The fentanyl epidemic in BC is discussed. Interview with Mark Lysyshyn, VCH Medical officer.

VGH is the first Canadian hospital to install BrightMatter technology, which integrates imaging, surgical planning, and robotic visualization.

A drug distribution system for private health clinics across Canada is being examined after a complaint over matters like safe storage and handling of medications. With quotes from VCH physician Dr. Kam Shojania.

A recent study found that women on the pill were more likely to be depressed — but the results aren’t definitive. With quotes from VGH endocrinologist Dr. Jerilynn Prior.

Harvest Power will host community meeting on Dec. 8 to update steps taken to cut down on odour problem and to comply with Metro Vancouver’s and Richmond’s orders. VCH has been requested to attend to explain that the odours do not pose a health risk.

VCHRI and UBC researchers discover a protein linked to an aggressive form of prostate cancer that may open up opportunities to block the growth of the cancer.

The lack of health specialists in Powell River is a chronic problem and one of the main drawbacks of resident retention and attraction to the area.

Most people who live in Powell River have known someone who has dealt with the difficulty of obtaining tertiary care within the region’s rural health care system. With quotes from Gavin Wilson, VCH public affairs director.

VCH and LGH Foundation’s latest end of life care campaign aims to raise $2 million to expand the North Shore Hospice as well as add a new outpatient clinic.

VCH says the planned expansion of a hospice in North Vancouver will create a first-of-its-kind facility for palliative care services in B.C.