BC Centre for Disease Control

Tuberculosis (TB) diagnostics relied on clinical acumen until the late 19th century, when microscopy and culture were developed. This was followed by susceptibility testing, which was developed in... Read More

Key points Three vaccines have been authorized by Health Canada to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection in older adults; two (RSVpreF and RSVPreF3) are currently available in... Read More

Syphilis, caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum, is a sexually transmitted infection that can lead to significant adverse outcomes across organ systems if left untreated.[1] Syphilis has a well... Read More

There have been significant changes and expansions to several publicly funded immunization programs in British Columbia, including changes to the human papillomavirus (HPV), pneumococcal, avian... Read More

Means restriction is an evidence-based intervention that limits access to lethal means of suicide and serious self-harm. These interventions can form part of a comprehensive mental health and well-... Read More