Health

A new survey by Doctors of B.C. and Consultant Specialists of B.C. suggests specialist wait-lists in the province grew by 10 per cent over the past year, with most specialists reporting longer delays and warning the system lacks enough physicians to meet rising demand.

Toxic drug deaths in Canada fell sharply in 2025, but federal health officials warned the crisis remains far from over.

A new study found B.C.’s universal contraception program has sharply reduced out-of-pocket costs for patients, with young adults seeing the biggest savings.

The acquisition of the property is part of the Not Alone: Bridging the Gap campaign.

An unusually high rate of whooping cough cases in the Interior Health region has health officials reminding residents to ensure their vaccinations are up to date.

The first phase of the project will see renovations begin later this month at an 11,000-square-foot warehouse.

The alert is in place until June 10, 2026.

British Columbians are drinking less alcohol overall, but consumption in B.C. remains above the national average, according to a new report from the provincial health officer.

The B.C. Nurses’ Union said Friday it has reached a tentative agreement with the province after members overwhelmingly backed possible job action earlier this month.

A second type of halva sold in British Columbia has been recalled due to salmonella. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said Friday the latest recall...

In the region, the virus is most commonly carried by deer mice and can become airborne when contaminated dust is stirred up during activities like sweeping or dusting. 

The B.C. Nurses’ Union said its members have voted overwhelmingly in favour of job action.