The B.C. government will fund approximately 145 extreme weather shelter spaces across Greater Victoria this winter to help those whose health and safety may be threatened by cold, wet weather.

Deer hunters in the Cherryville area (Wildlife Management Unit 8-23) are being asked to assist with a project to confirm deer in the area are not infected with bovine tuberculosis.

Groundbreaking work by a B.C.-led research team has resulted in a new HPV vaccine schedule for girls.

The Ministry of Health and Doctors of BC have reached a tentative agreement that respects government’s bargaining mandate and addresses key health-care issues facing British Columbians.

Health Minister Terry Lake has issued the following statement in recognition of World Stroke Day:

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and the Open Learning Faculty Association (TRUOLFA) have reached a tentative agreement negotiated under the Economic Stability Mandate.

Health Minister Terry Lake has provided the following statement in recognition of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month:

Health Minister Terry Lake issued the following statement in response to the Office of the Seniors Advocate report "The Journey Begins: Together, We Can Do Better":