WorkSafeBC has made it easier for workers to report physical injuries from single incidents—such as sprains, strains, cuts, and burns—through an improved online injury reporting tool [Figure 1].... Read More

E-cigarettes, commonly referred to as vapes, entered the Canadian market in 2004. Subsequently, there has been a surge in their use, notably among children and youth. The 2023 BC Adolescent Health... Read More

World Health Day is marked annually on 7 April to recognize the founding in 1948 of the World Health Organization (WHO), which plays a critical role in preserving the health of people around the... Read More

The Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) comes into effect on 1 April 2026, replacing the current Health Professions Act and introducing significant changes to the regulation of health... Read More

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