An international forum held Jan. 15 brought together government and health authority leaders, researchers and international experts to discuss best practices in home care for seniors.

Health-care workers across the province have vaccinated a record number of British Columbians against this year's flu, as nearly 1.4 million British Columbians have rolled up their sleeves to protect themselves.

There are up to 70,000 British Columbians living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia and as our baby boomer population continues to age, this number is expected to grow.

It is influenza season and many with flu-like symptoms may be wondering about the best way to seek medical attention.

Beginning Feb. 1, 2014, the current methadone formula given out by pharmacists will change.

British Columbia's provincial health officer has released the following statement on the recent H5N1 influenza death in Alberta:

The newly established multi-sector Council to Reduce Elder Abuse held its inaugural meeting on Dec. 13, 2013, marking a key commitment in the provincial strategy to reduce elder abuse.