Most children with a mental health disorder are not receiving services to address their needs—according to a new study from researchers at Simon Fraser University’s Children’s Health Policy Centre. Their research was published this week in the journal Evidence-Based Mental Health.   

Wildfire smoke can get inside your home through windows and doors. 

If you live in an area affected by wildfire smoke, check the air quality before going out. 

Wildfires generate smoke that can be harmful to your health! 

B.C. wildfires are common during the summer months, resulting in poorer quality air. As air quality can change quickly due to warmer temperatures and smoke from wildfires, we are urging people in our communities to plan in advance to help minimize exposure to smoky air.

Proactive, frequent rapid testing of all students for COVID-19 is more effective at preventing large transmission clusters in schools than measures that are only initiated when someone develops symptoms and then tests positive, Simon Fraser University researchers have found.

Canadian Blood Services is calling for an additional 23,000 blood donors across Canada by July 31to replenish the blood inventory following a sustained rise in demand as COVID-19 restrictions ease.  

Fraser Health is advising members of the public who were in direct contact with a bat on July 3rd at approximately 7:45 pm at White Pine Beach in Belcarra to seek medical assistance immediately.

In response to a temporary gap in pediatrician coverage at Peace Arch Hospital, Fraser Health is asking pregnant individuals requiring labour and delivery support to not proceed to the hospital during the period of July 8th to July 19th.

We are asking you to share, on your social media channel, your reason for getting vaccinated.