http://www.phsa.ca/News PHSA_News en-us Tue, 12 May 2026 09:54:04 -0700 60 2654 https://www.bcchildrens.ca/about-us/news-features/bc-childrens-hospital-records-35-cent-increase-window-and-balcony-falls-2025 bcchildrens BC Children's and Sunny Hill Vancouver - In 2025, BC Children’s Hospital emergency department recorded a 35 per cent increase in the number of visits for window or balcony fall-related injuries compared to the previous year (from 15 (2024) to 23 (2025)). The province’s specialist pediatric hospital, along with partners BC Emergency Health Services and the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit, are urging the public to take steps to reduce the risk of these often tragic incidents. Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver - In 2025, BC Children’s Hospital emergency department recorded a 35 per cent increase in the number of visits for window or balcony fall-related injuries compared to the previous year (from 15 (2024) to 23 (2025)). The province’s specialist pediatric hospital, along with partners BC Emergency Health Services and the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit, are urging the public to take steps to reduce the risk of these often tragic incidents. 2653 https://www.bcchildrens.ca/about-us/news-features/respiratory-season-health-reminder-families-ahead-winter-months bcchildrens BC Children's and Sunny Hill Vancouver - With the change in weather as we approach the winter months, BC Children’s Hospital clinicians are providing parents and families with tips on how to stay healthy. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver - With the change in weather as we approach the winter months, BC Children’s Hospital clinicians are providing parents and families with tips on how to stay healthy. 2652 https://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/news-releases/2025-news/trusted-prenatal-online-learning-centre phsa PHSA To help families feel confident and supported, a new, online Pregnancy & Parent Learning Centre provides trusted, evidence-informed and culturally safe prenatal education for people across BC. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700 To help families feel confident and supported, a new, online Pregnancy & Parent Learning Centre provides trusted, evidence-informed and culturally safe prenatal education for people across BC. 2649 http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/bc-cancer-and-ubc-roll-out-the-fastest-pet-ct-scanner-in-canada bccancer BC Cancer Vancouver – BC Cancer, in partnership with the University of British Columbia (UBC), has rolled out the most advanced PET/CT scanner in the country. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver – BC Cancer, in partnership with the University of British Columbia (UBC), has rolled out the most advanced PET/CT scanner in the country. 2647 https://www.bcmhsus.ca/about-us/news-features bcmhas BC Mental Health For immediate release Provincial Health Services Authority BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services June 11, 2025 Ministry of Health Red Fish Healing Centre Introduces Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to Support Innovative Substance Use Treatment VANCOUVER – Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction is the first facility in BC’s public health care system to offer transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as a treatment option for clients with substance use disorder. This non-invasive approach uses a series of short magnetic pulses to target specific regions of the brain to improve self-regulation and reduce substance use cravings. “For people struggling with substance use disorder, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “That’s why it’s so important to be able to offer a wide variety of evidence-based treatments and supports for people who are seeking help. The Red Fish Healing Centre is doing vital work in providing compassionate care that is tailored to the needs of individuals in treatment.” Research supports the use of repetitive TMS to help people who live with substance use disorders on their pathway to recovery. At Red Fish Healing Centre, TMS is used as an innovative therapy that complements other substance use treatment options. While treatment is tailored to each individual, clients at Red Fish Healing Centre currently receive TMS three times a day over a period of two weeks. “By activating specific regions of the brain, it can improve someone's cognitive control,” said Dr. Christian Schütz, research lead, Adult Mental Health and Substance Use, BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services. “There's good evidence that repetitive TMS may be effective at decreasing substance use and cravings according to ongoing and previous studies. TMS complements psychotherapeutic and medication treatments quite well.” Clients at Red Fish Healing Centre with substance use disorder can discuss this treatment option with their medical team. The team will ensure the patient is a good candidate for the procedure, which can include some side-effects like mild headaches. As part of establishing protocols for using TMS at Red Fish Healing Centre, the medical team was able to reduce the risk of side effects by adapting the protocol and shortening the time of application. Patients used to have to sit still for 20 to 25 minutes while receiving TMS; with the new protocol at Red Fish Healing Centre, they only sit for three to five minutes. “TMS is being established around the world, and we are excited to introduce this innovative approach adapted to treat substance use disorder as a regular treatment option for our inpatients at Red Fish Healing Centre,” said Kathryn Embacher, provincial executive director, Adult Mental Health and Substance Use, BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services. “We have been communicating with public health care organizations in other provinces that are looking into implementing this treatment approach as well.” Operated by BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority, Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction is a 105-bed facility that provides longer-term care for people with significant, overlapping mental health and substance use challenges. Learn more: • Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • Ministry of Health BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, part of the Provincial Health Services Authority, provides a diverse range of specialized and one-of-a-kind tertiary mental health and substance use services across the province, often to vulnerable populations. Our overarching goal is to work with the regional health authorities and other key stakeholders to ensure that everyone in B.C. has access to the specialized mental health services they need, when they need them, regardless of where they live. Recognizing that people with mental health challenges often also have concurrent substance use concerns, the assessment and treatment of substance use issues is an integral part of our programs. In addition to delivering clinical services, our program provides provincial leadership for system-wide improvement through its work in health promotion, illness prevention, knowledge exchange, research and academic teaching. The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) provides specialized health care services and programs to communities across British Columbia, the territories of many distinct First Nations. We are grateful to all the First Nations who have cared for and nurtured this land for all time, including the x?m??kw?y??m (Musqueam), Sk_wx_wu´7mesh U´xwumixw (Squamish), and s?lil?w??ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations on whose unceded and ancestral territory our head office is located. We work in partnership with other B.C. health authorities and the provincial government to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. For more information, visit phsa.ca or follow us @PHSAofBC. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:15:00 -0700 For immediate release Provincial Health Services Authority BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services June 11, 2025 Ministry of Health Red Fish Healing Centre Introduces Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to Support Innovative Substance Use Treatment VANCOUVER – Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction is the first facility in BC’s public health care system to offer transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as a treatment option for clients with substance use disorder. This non-invasive approach uses a series of short magnetic pulses to target specific regions of the brain to improve self-regulation and reduce substance use cravings. “For people struggling with substance use disorder, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “That’s why it’s so important to be able to offer a wide variety of evidence-based treatments and supports for people who are seeking help. The Red Fish Healing Centre is doing vital work in providing compassionate care that is tailored to the needs of individuals in treatment.” Research supports the use of repetitive TMS to help people who live with substance use disorders on their pathway to recovery. At Red Fish Healing Centre, TMS is used as an innovative therapy that complements other substance use treatment options. While treatment is tailored to each individual, clients at Red Fish Healing Centre currently receive TMS three times a day over a period of two weeks. “By activating specific regions of the brain, it can improve someone's cognitive control,” said Dr. Christian Schütz, research lead, Adult Mental Health and Substance Use, BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services. “There's good evidence that repetitive TMS may be effective at decreasing substance use and cravings according to ongoing and previous studies. TMS complements psychotherapeutic and medication treatments quite well.” Clients at Red Fish Healing Centre with substance use disorder can discuss this treatment option with their medical team. The team will ensure the patient is a good candidate for the procedure, which can include some side-effects like mild headaches. As part of establishing protocols for using TMS at Red Fish Healing Centre, the medical team was able to reduce the risk of side effects by adapting the protocol and shortening the time of application. Patients used to have to sit still for 20 to 25 minutes while receiving TMS; with the new protocol at Red Fish Healing Centre, they only sit for three to five minutes. “TMS is being established around the world, and we are excited to introduce this innovative approach adapted to treat substance use disorder as a regular treatment option for our inpatients at Red Fish Healing Centre,” said Kathryn Embacher, provincial executive director, Adult Mental Health and Substance Use, BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services. “We have been communicating with public health care organizations in other provinces that are looking into implementing this treatment approach as well.” Operated by BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority, Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction is a 105-bed facility that provides longer-term care for people with significant, overlapping mental health and substance use challenges. Learn more: • Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • Ministry of Health BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, part of the Provincial Health Services Authority, provides a diverse range of specialized and one-of-a-kind tertiary mental health and substance use services across the province, often to vulnerable populations. Our overarching goal is to work with the regional health authorities and other key stakeholders to ensure that everyone in B.C. has access to the specialized mental health services they need, when they need them, regardless of where they live. Recognizing that people with mental health challenges often also have concurrent substance use concerns, the assessment and treatment of substance use issues is an integral part of our programs. In addition to delivering clinical services, our program provides provincial leadership for system-wide improvement through its work in health promotion, illness prevention, knowledge exchange, research and academic teaching. The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) provides specialized health care services and programs to communities across British Columbia, the territories of many distinct First Nations. We are grateful to all the First Nations who have cared for and nurtured this land for all time, including the x?m??kw?y??m (Musqueam), Sk_wx_wu´7mesh U´xwumixw (Squamish), and s?lil?w??ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations on whose unceded and ancestral territory our head office is located. We work in partnership with other B.C. health authorities and the provincial government to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. For more information, visit phsa.ca or follow us @PHSAofBC. 2646 http://www.bccdc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2025/prepare-summer-heat bccdc BCCDC Vancouver - Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued special weather statements for parts of the province including parts of Vancouver Island, the south coast and central and southern interior. Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver - Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued special weather statements for parts of the province including parts of Vancouver Island, the south coast and central and southern interior. 2643 https://www.bcchildrens.ca/about-us/news-features/bc-childrens-hospital-issues-seasonal-reminder-families-about-fall-risks bcchildrens BC Children's and Sunny Hill Vancouver – As the weather gets warmer and the province heads towards the summer months, BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) and BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) are reminding parents and families to take precautions to enjoy this time safely. In particular, we are advising families and caregivers to be particularly cautious near windows and balconies, and bodies of water. Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver – As the weather gets warmer and the province heads towards the summer months, BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) and BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) are reminding parents and families to take precautions to enjoy this time safely. In particular, we are advising families and caregivers to be particularly cautious near windows and balconies, and bodies of water. 2641 http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/bc-cancer-rolls-out-most-advanced-ct-scanner-in-canada bccancer BC Cancer Vancouver - People in the province with cancer now have access to Canada’s most advanced CT scanner. Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver - People in the province with cancer now have access to Canada’s most advanced CT scanner. 2637 https://www.bcchildrens.ca/about-us/news-features/construction-begins-centre-children-health-complexity bcchildrens BC Children's and Sunny Hill Vancouver - Children and youth with complex care needs throughout BC are closer to having access to a dedicated BC Children's Hospital facility, as construction is now underway. Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver - Children and youth with complex care needs throughout BC are closer to having access to a dedicated BC Children's Hospital facility, as construction is now underway. 2636 https://www.bcmhsus.ca/about-us/news-features/new-beds-improve-care-incarcerated-people-mental-health-addiction-issues bcmhas BC Mental Health Surrey - New involuntary care beds are now open at Surrey Pretrial Services Centre, providing people in custody who are in crisis and have overlapping mental-health and addiction challenges, as well as brain injuries due to toxic-drug overdoses, with specialized involuntary care. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Surrey - New involuntary care beds are now open at Surrey Pretrial Services Centre, providing people in custody who are in crisis and have overlapping mental-health and addiction challenges, as well as brain injuries due to toxic-drug overdoses, with specialized involuntary care. 2633 http://www.bcehs.ca/about/news-stories/stories/tlaamin-nation-gifts-ambulance-station-229-the-name-qathet bcehs BCEHS BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) and the Tla’amin Nation today celebrated the gifting of the name “qathet” (working together) to Station 229, formerly known as Station 229 Powell River. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700 BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) and the Tla’amin Nation today celebrated the gifting of the name “qathet” (working together) to Station 229, formerly known as Station 229 Powell River. 2640 http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/about/news-stories/temporary-u-s-program-ends-cancer-care-waiting-times-improve bccancer BC Cancer Vancouver - As more cancer treatments are now being delivered faster in the province, BC Cancer will be ending its temporary program that was sending some patients to the U.S. for radiation therapy. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700 Vancouver - As more cancer treatments are now being delivered faster in the province, BC Cancer will be ending its temporary program that was sending some patients to the U.S. for radiation therapy. 2639 http://www.bccdc.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2025/residents-advised-check-immunization-records bccdc BCCDC Vancouver - With two measles cases reported in the province in people returning from travel, public health officials are reminding people in B.C. to check that their immunizations are up to date, particularly if you plan to travel this spring. Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800 Vancouver - With two measles cases reported in the province in people returning from travel, public health officials are reminding people in B.C. to check that their immunizations are up to date, particularly if you plan to travel this spring. 2632 http://www.transplant.bc.ca/about/news-stories/organ-donation-transplant-stories/more-than-6-300-british-columbians-alive-today-because-of-organ-donation bccancer BC Cancer VANCOUVER – Thanks to the incredible generosity of more than 200 organ donors, 481 British Columbians received a life-saving organ transplant in 2024. Now 6,318 British Columbians are followed up and cared for today because of organ donation. “Organ donation is the ultimate act of selflessness and generosity,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “Living donors who choose to undergo surgery to save someone’s life, and the deceased donors and their families who make this selfless decision during their grief are profoundly inspiring. We also recognize all the incredible health care professionals who support organ donation and transplantation across our province.” Holly Warner wasn’t surprised to find out her son was a registered organ donor. She says Benjamin was always doing thoughtful things for people. He saved three people’s lives when he passed away in August at the age of 37 . “Benjamin always wanted to help people and I think this last act of kindness would mean a lot to him, as it does to us,” said Holly. “I want his recipients to know they carry with them a supercharged incredible organ from a remarkable superman.” Benjamin was one of 118 deceased donors and 90 living donors who contributed to 309 kidney transplants, 92 liver transplants, 47 lung transplants, 25 heart transplants, and 13 pancreas and islet transplants (numbers include multi-organ transplants, of which there were five pancreas/kidney transplants). Harvey Keizer received a gifted heart last March after suddenly going into heart failure nearly a year prior. The 60-year-old from Langley was on an artificial heart pump for 10 months before receiving his second chance at life. “To my donor family, I would like to express my sincere condolences for the loss of their loved one and my appreciation for their gift,” said Harvey. “For the nurses, doctors, surgeons, technicians, social workers, pharmacists, dietitians, and everyone who supports patients and caregivers throughout the process, I can’t say enough to thank them.” After record highs for three years, the number of deceased donors has moved towards more historic levels. BC Transplant would like to also honour the additional 44 deceased donors and their families who consented to organ donation but were unfortunately not suitable. Many factors contribute to the success of organ donation and transplantation in the province. BC Transplant continues to invest in foundational elements such as the education of health care professionals, a robust network of in-hospital donation coordinators and wide-reaching public awareness campaigns. There were a record 1,119 referrals from hospitals and health care providers for potential donors in 2024 (compared to 989 in 2023). “We need to be flexible and innovative to evolve and continue the important work of ensuring every family has the right to consider organ donation at the end of life,” said Dr. Sean Keenan, provincial medial director of donation services at BC Transplant. “To help normalize conversations about organ donation, we are partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency on a new public awareness initiative this spring.” Starting in 2024, British Columbians will see a check box on their annual tax return asking if they would like to receive information about registering as an organ donor. Anyone who selects “yes” will receive an email from BC Transplant later this year with information on how to register. British Columbians can register as an organ donor online anytime at www.registeryourdecision.ca. It takes just two minutes and all you need is your Personal Health Number. As of December 31, 2024, there are 666 people still waiting for their second chance at life. Quick Facts: • It takes upwards of 150 health-care professionals for one donor case, from organ recovery to transplant. • In B.C., there were a total of 118 deceased donors and 90 living donors in 2024. • More patients undergoing medical assistance in dying (MAiD) are considering organ donation at the end of life. There were 257 referrals from MAiD patients in 2024 compared to 81 in 2023. • BC Transplant recently surpassed the milestone of 11,000 organ transplants in B.C. since the first transplant in the province at Vancouver General Hospital in 1968. Learn More: • BC Transplant’s 2024 organ donation and transplantation summary • BC Transplant’s 2024 fact sheet (attached) • View Benjamin Warner’s full story • View Harvey Keizer’s full story • Learn more about the CRA initiative BC Transplant, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), provides provincial oversight for all aspects of organ donation and transplantation in B.C. B.C.'s three transplant centres are BC Children's Hospital, St Paul's Hospital and Vancouver General Hospital. Transplant patients receive follow up care at the transplant centres or at one of eight regional clinics close to their home community. For more information, visit www.transplant.bc.ca or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) provides specialized health care services and programs to communities across British Columbia, the territories of many distinct First Nations. We are grateful to all the First Nations who have cared for and nurtured this land for all time, including the x?m??kw?y??m (Musqueam), Sk_wx_wu´7mesh U´xwumixw (Squamish), and s?lil?w??ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations on whose unceded and ancestral territory our head office is located. We work in partnership with other B.C. health authorities and the provincial government to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. For more information, visit www.phsa.ca or follow us @PHSAofBC. -30- Media Contact: Elaine Yong Manager, Communications and Community Engagement BC Transplant 604.789.0446 Elaine.yong@bct.phsa.ca PHSA Media line: 778.867.7472 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800 VANCOUVER – Thanks to the incredible generosity of more than 200 organ donors, 481 British Columbians received a life-saving organ transplant in 2024. Now 6,318 British Columbians are followed up and cared for today because of organ donation. “Organ donation is the ultimate act of selflessness and generosity,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “Living donors who choose to undergo surgery to save someone’s life, and the deceased donors and their families who make this selfless decision during their grief are profoundly inspiring. We also recognize all the incredible health care professionals who support organ donation and transplantation across our province.” Holly Warner wasn’t surprised to find out her son was a registered organ donor. She says Benjamin was always doing thoughtful things for people. He saved three people’s lives when he passed away in August at the age of 37 . “Benjamin always wanted to help people and I think this last act of kindness would mean a lot to him, as it does to us,” said Holly. “I want his recipients to know they carry with them a supercharged incredible organ from a remarkable superman.” Benjamin was one of 118 deceased donors and 90 living donors who contributed to 309 kidney transplants, 92 liver transplants, 47 lung transplants, 25 heart transplants, and 13 pancreas and islet transplants (numbers include multi-organ transplants, of which there were five pancreas/kidney transplants). Harvey Keizer received a gifted heart last March after suddenly going into heart failure nearly a year prior. The 60-year-old from Langley was on an artificial heart pump for 10 months before receiving his second chance at life. “To my donor family, I would like to express my sincere condolences for the loss of their loved one and my appreciation for their gift,” said Harvey. “For the nurses, doctors, surgeons, technicians, social workers, pharmacists, dietitians, and everyone who supports patients and caregivers throughout the process, I can’t say enough to thank them.” After record highs for three years, the number of deceased donors has moved towards more historic levels. BC Transplant would like to also honour the additional 44 deceased donors and their families who consented to organ donation but were unfortunately not suitable. Many factors contribute to the success of organ donation and transplantation in the province. BC Transplant continues to invest in foundational elements such as the education of health care professionals, a robust network of in-hospital donation coordinators and wide-reaching public awareness campaigns. There were a record 1,119 referrals from hospitals and health care providers for potential donors in 2024 (compared to 989 in 2023). “We need to be flexible and innovative to evolve and continue the important work of ensuring every family has the right to consider organ donation at the end of life,” said Dr. Sean Keenan, provincial medial director of donation services at BC Transplant. “To help normalize conversations about organ donation, we are partnering with the Canada Revenue Agency on a new public awareness initiative this spring.” Starting in 2024, British Columbians will see a check box on their annual tax return asking if they would like to receive information about registering as an organ donor. Anyone who selects “yes” will receive an email from BC Transplant later this year with information on how to register. British Columbians can register as an organ donor online anytime at www.registeryourdecision.ca. It takes just two minutes and all you need is your Personal Health Number. As of December 31, 2024, there are 666 people still waiting for their second chance at life. Quick Facts: • It takes upwards of 150 health-care professionals for one donor case, from organ recovery to transplant. • In B.C., there were a total of 118 deceased donors and 90 living donors in 2024. • More patients undergoing medical assistance in dying (MAiD) are considering organ donation at the end of life. There were 257 referrals from MAiD patients in 2024 compared to 81 in 2023. • BC Transplant recently surpassed the milestone of 11,000 organ transplants in B.C. since the first transplant in the province at Vancouver General Hospital in 1968. Learn More: • BC Transplant’s 2024 organ donation and transplantation summary • BC Transplant’s 2024 fact sheet (attached) • View Benjamin Warner’s full story • View Harvey Keizer’s full story • Learn more about the CRA initiative BC Transplant, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), provides provincial oversight for all aspects of organ donation and transplantation in B.C. B.C.'s three transplant centres are BC Children's Hospital, St Paul's Hospital and Vancouver General Hospital. Transplant patients receive follow up care at the transplant centres or at one of eight regional clinics close to their home community. For more information, visit www.transplant.bc.ca or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) provides specialized health care services and programs to communities across British Columbia, the territories of many distinct First Nations. We are grateful to all the First Nations who have cared for and nurtured this land for all time, including the x?m??kw?y??m (Musqueam), Sk_wx_wu´7mesh U´xwumixw (Squamish), and s?lil?w??ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations on whose unceded and ancestral territory our head office is located. We work in partnership with other B.C. health authorities and the provincial government to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. For more information, visit www.phsa.ca or follow us @PHSAofBC. -30- Media Contact: Elaine Yong Manager, Communications and Community Engagement BC Transplant 604.789.0446 Elaine.yong@bct.phsa.ca PHSA Media line: 778.867.7472 2631 http://www.bcchildrens.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-children%E2%80%99s-emergency-department-offers-guidance-to-families-on-where-to-access-care-during-respiratory-season bcchildrens BC Children's and Sunny Hill Vancouver - Our health-care providers have tips for families on where to access care when their child is sick. In recent weeks, BC Children's Hospital has recorded a steady rise the number of children visiting the emergency department (ED), with many experiencing respiratory symptoms. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800 Vancouver - Our health-care providers have tips for families on where to access care when their child is sick. In recent weeks, BC Children's Hospital has recorded a steady rise the number of children visiting the emergency department (ED), with many experiencing respiratory symptoms.