North Vancouver Island Public Health

11/24/2025

Based on extensive research, the World Health Organization, Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada have concluded that vaccines do not cause autism.

Vaccines are extensively tested and manufacturers must submit scientific and clinical evidence to Health Canada demonstrating their vaccines meet safety, efficacy and quality requirements.

Getting your child vaccinated protects them and helps keep our communities safe. When it comes to your family’s health, lean on trusted medical experts, like your health care provider, to answer your questions and get reliable, scientific, evidence-based information.

Visit Canada.ca/health for health information that is supported by scientific evidence.

11/21/2025

11/17/2025

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the second leading cause for smokers. It’s a colourless, odourless, radioactive gas released from the ground that can accumulate in your home, and if you don’t test, you won’t know it’s there.

11/04/2025

10/31/2025

The Campbell River Health Unit now collects donated breast milk for babies in need. Approved donors can drop off frozen milk, which is safely processed and shared with hospitals across BC.

Drop-offs are Monday to Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Find more information at https://ow.ly/6nWF50Xk54A

10/31/2025

Enjoy your Halloween treats and keep your smile healthy too!

Here’s how:
- Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
- Spit, don’t rinse. After brushing, spit out the toothpaste but wait 10 to 30 minutes before rinsing, so the fluoride can keep working.
- Have treats with meals. Eating sweets as part of a meal is better than snacking all day. Teeth need breaks to recover.
- Drink plain water after eating. It helps rinse away sugar and acid.

Find more simple tips at: https://ow.ly/frZB50XkyrQ

10/24/2025

Once you get your invite, book your appointment at www.getvaccinated.gov.bc.ca or by calling 1-833-838-2323. Vaccines are also at some doctors’ offices.

10/15/2025

Important Update: Prenatal Classes Postponed 🌷
Prenatal classes offered in Port Hardy, Port McNeill, and surrounding areas will be temporarily postponed until January 2026.
If you are interested in attending future sessions, please refer to the contact information provided on the poster or reach out to your local Public Health Nurse at 250-902-6071 for more details.

10/14/2025

Canada is crowdsourcing respiratory season surveillance. You can help!

Join FluWatchers, a volunteer program that tracks how the flu, RSV and COVID-19 spread across Canada.

It’s quick and easy, just 15 seconds a week via a secure and anonymous portal.

You’ll get a short email asking if anyone in your household had a cough or fever. Your answers will help public health experts spot outbreaks early and plan better responses.

Anyone can join and you can report for your whole household.

Sign up today and be part of the movement to keep Canadians healthy: https://ow.ly/11JQ50WT3GI

10/14/2025

Immunizations are an important tool to reduce the impact of influenza and COVID-19. If you are wanting to book a COVID-19 and influenza vaccine you can registered at:
💻 https://www.getvaccinated.gov.bc.ca/s/
📞 1-833-838-2323 (toll free)

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10/14/2025

Take a page from your future self and get the HPV vaccine today! Getting the HPV vaccine when you’re young can protect against several types of cancers later in life. It's safe, effective, and now free for all people ages 9-26 in BC.
Learn more about the HPV vaccine and how to book an appointment at 💻HealthLinkBC.ca/HPV