Michelle Stilwell has been appointed Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health for Seniors, adding this role to her existing Parliamentary Secretary for Healthy Living responsibilities.

Health Minister Terry Lake and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health for Seniors, Linda Larson issued the following statement in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15:

Health Minister Terry Lake announced an additional $2 million in funding for United Way's Better at Home program, which provides non-medical supports to help seniors remain independent in their homes for as long as possible.

The Province is providing $50,000 to the Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) to ensure common qualifications and licensing standards for workers installing septic sewage systems.

Health Minister Terry Lake announced $150,000 to help families living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, when he participated in the 19th annual Gutsy Walk fundraiser for Crohn's and Colitis Canada BC-Yukon Division.

In the past five weeks, four automated external defibrillators (AEDs) were placed in the Kamloops area, increasing the chance of a good medical outcome for residents who may suffer a sudden cardiac arrest.

I often speak about the benefits of living a healthy and active life. There are many simple things we can do to feel better, live longer and stay happier.

The week of June 2, 2014, has been proclaimed Seniors Week in British Columbia.

The Province is providing $1 million to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation to support men's health through the Prostate Cancer Supportive Care Program, which offers support to prostate cancer patients and their partners for physical and emotional side effects of the disease.