British Columbia is in the midst of a public health crisis, with 914 documented overdose deaths in 2016. While there has been a steady increase in overdose deaths over the past 2 years, December 2016... Read More
BC Centre for Disease Control
During an oil spill crisis, community concerns can outpace the ability of physicians and public health agencies to provide evidence-based information. To assist clinicians, we provide resources for... Read More
The last 2 decades have seen considerable advancements in HIV care, with substantial improvements in HIV-related mortality and morbidity, affording many living with the virus a near-normal life... Read More
The detection of both established and acute HIV infection (AHI) is important for reducing HIV transmission. AHI is associated with very high viral loads, and the magnitude of the viral load... Read More
Immunization of those with no or inadequate immunization records and the role of serological testing
Physicians often see patients who have no immunization records or whose records are incomplete. These may include immigrants, refugees, and sometimes health care workers. It may be possible to... Read More