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News / June 2025

Complete the reader survey, guide the future of the BCMJ

The BCMJ seeks to be a leading source of relevant, local medical information and to foster connections among BC physicians—but we need your guidance. We are asking physicians to take 5–10... Read More

E-bikes at a charging station.
Council on Health Promotion / June 2025

Electric micromobility devices: Balancing safety with sustainability

By: Eileen M. Wong, MD, CCFP, FCFP, Brandon Yau, MD, MPH, CCFP, FRCPC

Electric micromobility devices, also called e-micromobility devices, including electric kick scooters (e-scooters) and electric bicycles (e-bikes) are economical, eco-friendly forms of active... Read More

A field photo of Anabaena flos-aquae bloom die-off.
BC Centre for Disease Control / June 2025

Cyanobacteria are a growing One Health challenge

By: Michael Joseph Lee, PhD, Juliette O’Keeffe, PhD, Erin G. Seagren, PhD, Lucie Thomson, MSc, Sarah B. Henderson, PhD

Cyanobacteria are among the oldest organisms on Earth. They are believed to be responsible for the planet’s oxygenation and the development of photosynthesis in plants.[1] Today, cyanobacteria are... Read More

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News / June 2025

Mini practice profiles for 2023 are available

Mini practice profiles are now available in the member area of Doctors of BC’s website (login required). The new interactive format enables you to review billing patterns more efficiently and makes... Read More

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News / May 2025

Give someone the recognition they deserve: Doctors of BC’s awards

May is Doctors of BC’s annual awards month, dedicated to showcasing and recognizing outstanding doctors who make extraordinary contributions to their profession and their community, and inspire... Read More

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BCMJ

The BCMJ is a general medical journal that shares knowledge while building connections among BC physicians.

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ISSN 0007‍-‍0556 (Print)
ISSN 2293‍-‍6106 (Online)
Established 1959