VCH Public Health aims to improve the health and well-being of residents.
We work to prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life in our communities.
In this section
Taking action to improve health
Get a glimpse into some of the key issues and actions that our teams take to promote health and wellness in the Vancouver Coastal region. While this report only captures a fraction of the work that we undertake, we hope that it provides you with a better understanding of how Public Health supports you and your community in living longer and healthier lives.
Physicians’ and Nurse Practitioners’ update
The Physicians’ and Nurse Practitioners’ update is a regular publication by the Office of the Chief Medical Health Officer and contains the latest practice-related information for general practitioners and nurse practitioners across the Vancouver health region.
Measles immunizations
Please visit our measles topic page for information on immunizations, obtaining immunization records, and eligibility.
Services
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Air Quality Programs
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Community Care Facilities Inspections
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Dental Public Health Children's Program
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Food Asset Maps
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Health Promotion Grants
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Hearing Services
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Immunization Clinics
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Influenza and COVID-19 Immunization
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Paediatric Nursing Support Services
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Paediatric Teams
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Prenatal & Early Years Program
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Public Health Dietitian Services
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Speech & Language Services
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Supervised Consumption and Overdose Prevention Sites
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Tobacco & Vapour Reduction Program
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Travel Clinic and Vaccination Clinic
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Youth Clinics
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Health Protection Offices
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Sexual Health Clinics