Health Features

Health Features highlight common health concerns that affect British Columbians. They provide an overview of the topic and direct you to related resources and services.

Topics include seasonal information, disease outbreaks and health programs. You will also find topics that address mental health or substance use information.

Some health features are also available in Chinese, Farsi, French, Korean, Punjabi, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Your health information

Get secure online access to your health information when and where you need it.

Concussion

A concussion can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. Learn how to prevent concussion, identify signs and treat concussion.

Understanding asthma

Learn about asthma symptoms and treatments.

Chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD)

Learn about symptoms and treatment of chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD).

Cannabis

Learn how cannabis can impact the health of you and your family.

Severe allergic reaction: Anaphylaxis

Learn about the symptoms and the steps to follow when someone has a severe allergic reaction.

Enterovirus D68

Enterovirus D68 is a rare enterovirus that causes mild to severe respiratory illness.

Vaping

Electronic cigarettes may cause health risks and have not been fully evaluated for safety and quality by Health Canada.

Elder abuse

Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a person’s health, happiness and safety.

Need health advice?

Call toll-free in B.C., 8-1-1, or 7-1-1 for the deaf and hard of hearing to get personalized assistance. Speak to a navigator who can guide you to reliable health information or connect you with a health professional.