British Columbia continues to have the lowest spending per person on prescription drugs in Canada, according to the Canadian Institute for Health Information.

Fraser Health, in partnership with the Burnaby Hospital Foundation, has commenced a high-level master-planning process for Burnaby Hospital to develop a clear vision for the expansion, improvement and delivery of health services at Burnaby Hospital.

In today's busy world, people plan and prepare for almost anything and everything. Many of you are probably planning summer vacations, while others may be preparing to celebrate a big milestone such as a birthday, wedding or anniversary. But what about planning for your future health-care treatment decisions?

The Province has released a series of online videos to help local governments and communities create an Age-friendly BC.

Government introduced Bill 35, the Pharmaceutical Services Act, which will enshrine one of the most comprehensive public drug plans in Canada into law, as well as allow the Province to regulate and lower prescription drug prices.

Did you know that as we age we become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol? The amount of alcohol we were once able to consume safely decreases, and drinking can have additional and serious consequences.

Cataract patients will now receive foldable intraocular lenses free of charge beginning June 4, 2012.