Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, has released the following statement in recognition of Medical Laboratory Week, April 13-19, 2025:

“People throughout B.C. rely on the expertise of medical laboratory professionals. These dedicated specialists work behind the scenes in hospitals and community labs, and play a crucial role in diagnosing and preventing illnesses, so we can live our healthiest lives.

“As vital members of B.C.’s allied health workforce, medical laboratory professionals bring specialized expertise that supports high-quality, team-based care. Their contributions help inform clinical decisions and are essential to delivering accurate and timely diagnoses, effective treatment and improved patient outcomes.

“Medical Laboratory Week is an opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions of these professionals. This year’s theme, Medical Laboratory Professionals Illuminate the Path to Diagnosis, highlights their critical role in enabling early detection, supporting life-saving treatments and raising awareness for complex medical conditions. From cancer screenings to infectious disease testing, their precision and dedication help shape the future of health care.

“Our government continues to support and strengthen these health-care workers through recruitment, retention and training. By investing in our medical laboratory professionals, we ensure people in British Columbia receive the care they need when they need it.

“On behalf of everyone in B.C., I extend my deepest gratitude to all medical laboratory professionals, including diagnostic cytology technologists, clinical genetics technologists, medical laboratory assistants, technologists, combined laboratory X-ray technologists, laboratory medicine physicians, pathologists and administrators. Their expertise and dedication are the foundation of high-quality, world-class care.”