No one wants to take the ‘treat’ out of trick-or-treating, but Halloween treats can increase the risk of cavities. This year, Fraser Health is encouraging families to plan ahead to help scare away tooth decay.
Interior Heath has issued a DRUG ALERT for Cranbrook and surrounding area for Dark Brown Chunks or Powder sold as DOWN containing Carfentanil, Fentanyl and Fentanyl analogs.
Drug poisonings are increasing in Greater Victoria and Sooke. Friends, family and community members using unregulated substances face increased risk.
Some things that raise your risk of cancer, like age or family history, can’t be changed. The good news is that there are things you can control, like
Cooking meat, fish or poultry at very high temperatures may increase cancer risk. Try these tips to make frying grilling or barbecuing safer:Trim off
What should I drink?Make water your drink of choice. Other healthy options include:Plain lower fat milk and fortified plant-based beverages such as fo
Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are available in BC, and now is the best time to protect yourself for the season ahead.
People in B.C. are encouraged to protect themselves, their loved ones and their communities from influenza, COVID-19 and other viral respiratory illnesses, as the 2025-26 immunization campaign is underway.
As British Columbia transitions to cooler temperatures and seasonal storms, people are encouraged to prepare for the shift to fall weather, including a series of storms that may bring heavy rain and strong winds to coastal areas, starting Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025.
People living in Duncan and surrounding communities will have increased access to team-based primary care through the new Cowichan Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC).
Fraser Health Public Health is reminding people in our communities to purchase food exclusively from approved food service establishments.
Recent misinformation has raised concerns about the safety of acetaminophen (more commonly known as Tylenol) during pregnancy. These claims are not supported by scientific research. Acetaminophen is safe to use during pregnancy when taken as directed
