Healthy BC

06/01/2026

As summer arrives, more kids are out exploring and getting the benefits of being outside while being active. If you’re driving, lower speeds help keep kids safer on their travels.

Lower speeds help keep kids safe on their travels.

05/31/2026

Bright colours and fruity flavours are used to disguise dangerous products as fun and harmless…but no matter the colour, commercial to***co and ni****ne products are highly addictive.

This don’t be tricked. If you don’t use commercial to***co, there’s no reason to start. If you do, there are programs available to help you quit: tinyurl.com/37498k7b

05/29/2026

May 31 is . This year’s theme is about raising awareness of the harms of commercial to***co use and the new products and marketing strategies that attempt to get people, particularly youth, to start using. If you don’t use commercial to***co, there’s no reason to start. If you do, there are programs available to help you quit: tinyurl.com/37498k7b

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05/28/2026

Find ways to keep cool before the hot weather starts.

If you have an air conditioner, make sure it works properly. If you have ceiling fans or other fans, they can bring cooler air in from outside but may not help at very hot (>35C) temperatures. Fans cannot effectively reduce body temperatures or prevent heat-related illness in people at risk.

Find more ways to beat the heat: tinyurl.com/mt5k8wku

05/27/2026

There are things you can do at every age to help protect your health and prevent disease and illness.

Learn more about what you can do for your health: tinyurl.com/mr4drfww

05/26/2026

Did you know? HealthLinkBC has a comprehensive library of over the counter and prescription medication topics. Find Canada-specific information on drug, medication and supplements usage, side effects and more.

healthlinkbc.ca/health-library/medications/search

05/25/2026

Research shows that risky outdoor play is not only good for children’s health but also encourages creativity, social skills and resilience. Kids are going to get minor bumps and bruises – it’s totally normal!

As a parent, it's important to put safety first, and it's important to know when to step back and let kids test their limits. This is particularly true on playgrounds, which provide a safe, controlled space for kids to learn more about what they can do.

Learn about preventing falls for kids: tinyurl.com/mujsh5d9

05/22/2026

Illegal cannabis isn’t tested or quality controlled so there’s a chance it contains:
• Heavy metals
• Pesticides
• Mould
• Cutting agents
• Bacteria
Reduce your risk and always choose legal cannabis.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/59v7sv85

05/21/2026

Important emergency preparedness information for people in BC.

Emergencies, such as wildfires and floods, can happen when you least expect them.

Check your home or tenant insurance policy for available supports if you are evacuated ✔️

If you think you’ll need help meeting basic needs, create a profile for Emergency Support Services (ESS) 👈

Creating a profile in advance will make it easier to access support ✔️

You may be eligible for help by Interac e-Transfer when you create a profile for ESS with the BC Services Card App.

Here’s how:

Step 1: Visit ess.gov.bc.ca
Step 2: Click 'Create Profile'
Step 3: Follow the BC Services Card login and registration instructions

Alt text: A mobile phone on a table displaying the ESS webpage.

05/21/2026

Some products can be harmful if consumed in excess or for youth under 14, or people who are pregnant or breastfeeding/chestfeeding.

Unlike fortified foods – like milk with added vitamin D – supplemented foods and drinks have ingredients that have been added to them for reasons other than nutrition. Supplemented foods contain added ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, or caffeine.

Examples include caffeinated energy drinks and vitamin waters.