Christina Salgado, manager of community and family health with VCH, found in a study that nearly 20 per cent of kindergarten-age children in Richmond have visible tooth decay.

George Keulen was a patient at St. Paul’s undergoing a double lung transplant. The experience led him to be a spiritual caregiver.

Sechelt Hospital Expansion Project could be finished early next year, according to a report. With quotes from Carrie Stefanson, public affairs leader at VCH.

Fentanyl test strips don’t always detect the presence of the deadly opioid and could give drug users a false sense of security, Health Canada is warning.

Dr. Evan Wood, director of B.C. Centre on Substance Use wants to change stigma stopping physicians from getting training to treat vulnerable patients. Wood says 25 doctors applied for four fellowship spots in addiction medicine with VCH and more funding is needed.

In the spirit of the holidays, 7-Eleven has partnered with VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation in support of their Angel campaign. Every hot beverage sold will be a $2 donation.

VCH tobacco reduction coordinator for Powell River Nathan Jantz initiated changes for stricter anti-smoking laws and continues to work with city hall to update the rules.

Mental Health and Addictions Minister Judy Darcy attended the grand opening of the Foundry, which is an integrated health and social service centre for youth.

The largest information technology project in B.C. government history is again beset by delays and massively over-budget.

Non-profit staff on the front lines of the fentanyl crisis have reached burnout, a new report warns. VCH has set aside $70,000 for the sort of non-profit’s discussed in the report.