B.C. Centre for Disease Control

12/03/2025

There are now 155 cases across six provinces: BC, AB, MB, ON, QC, NB.

Do not consume, use, serve or sell recalled pistachios and pistachio-containing products.

Consider alternatives to pistachios from Iran and products made with pistachios from Iran, due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Refer to the public health notice for more information.
https://ow.ly/Rjt950XAYKf

12/01/2025

December 1 is World AIDS day, a global movement intended to unite people around the world in the fight to end HIV and AIDS, to combat stigma and stand in solidarity with people living with HIV/AIDS.

It also marks the start of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week, a time to honour the experiences of Indigenous Peoples living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.

This World AIDS Day is an opportunity to talk about awareness and education which are an important part of prevention. Read the full article: https://www.bccdc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2025/world-aids-day

12/01/2025

11/27/2025

Get ready with Molly Mastel, Industrial Hygienist at the BCCDC as she starts her day by setting up a radon detector. For more information on radon and the importance of testing your home, check out our radon page at https://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/radon or visit https://bclung.ca to check out testing kits.

11/26/2025

Last week, we told you about the launch of a new website for people in BC to share their experiences with climate change.

Do you have stories, photos or art about climate change? Go to ecolens.ca and follow these instructions to submit or explore reflections submitted by other people throughout the province.

11/26/2025

11/22/2025

One of the leading causes of lung cancer is radon and it’s much worse if you are a smoker. Testing your home for radon and taking step to reduce the radon accumulating in your home is important to lowering your risk of lung cancer. To learn more about radon, where to purchase a radon detector, and how to mitigate radon levels in your home, visit: https://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/radon

11/21/2025

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

If you are using substances, it’s important to do so as safely as possible. Here are some ways to help keep you and others safer:

• Have your drugs tested: https://drugcheckingbc.ca/find-drug-checking/
• Carry naloxone and know how to use it: https://www.naloxonetraining.com/
• Don’t use alone. If no one is around, download the Connect by Lifeguard app.
• Sign up for toxic drug alerts. Text JOIN to 253787 (ALERTS).
• Find mental health and substance use supports at https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca/

For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/towardtheheart

11/21/2025

Measles is so contagious. How can we keep our communities safe? 💕

11/20/2025

Check out ecolens.ca, a new website for people living in BC to share personal stories about climate change and how it is impacting their health and well-being. The website allows users to share their own stories or to explore reflections from people throughout the province.

Learn more about the project: https://www.bccdc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2025/stories-impacts-climate-change

11/19/2025

The risk of being exposed to avian influenza in BC is low, but during migratory bird season it’s important to steer clear of sick or dead wild animals. BCCDC monitors for signs of avian influenza in wild birds, animals, people and the environment, and studies samples to look for any changes in the virus that could allow it to spread more easily. Visit www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/avian-influenza to learn more about how to reduce your chance of exposure.