Reports on specific health topics that may interest British Columbians or require changes in legislation, in accordance with the Health Act.
Evaluation of the Impact of Making HIV a Reportable Infection in BC (PDF 559K)
Surveillance of HIV infections has been shown to enhance the prevention and
control of HIV/AIDS. Prior to making HIV a reportable infection in BC, the Provincial Health
Officer (PHO) undertook community consultations in BC to inform this decision.
Joint Special Report:Health and Well-Being of Children in Care in British Columbia
Children in care are known to
have generally poorer outcomes than children who have never been in care.
As the guardian of these children (through the Director under the Child,
Family and Community Service Act), government has a special responsibility
to develop strategies to improve these outcomes.
Prevention of Falls and Injuries Among the Elderly (2004) (PDF 2M)
The impact of falls and injuries on elderly individuals, their families, and society. New data confirms the seriousness of this public health concern in BC. Factors that increase the risk of falling and evidence-based strategies to prevent falls and injuries.
A Review of Infant Mortality in British Columbia:Opportunities for Prevention (2003) (PDF
1M
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Focuses on internationally accepted indicators of maternal and child health
- infant mortality and low birth weight rates (LBW). Analyzes available data
and patterns for infants from birth to age one. Recommendations for improving
birth outcomes in BC.
An Ounce of Prevention (2003) (PDF
428K
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A strategy to ensure the school curriculum follows best practices, including
physical activity and healthy nutrition in Grades 11 and 12. Supports and
enhances other interministry government initiatives, such as Action Schools!BC,
Active BC 2010, the Premier's Sport Award Program and Chronic Disease Prevention
Initiatives.
Public Health Approach to Alcohol Policy: A Report of the Provincial Health Officer (2002) (PDF
113K
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This review was prompted by recent changes to the rules and regulations
governing the sale of alcohol products in BC. A liquor reform strategy,
announced in March 2002, will increase the availability of alcohol.
Provincial Health Officer's Report on HIV Reportability (2002) (PDF
974K
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Results of a review and community consultation, and recommendations on
HIV reportability.
Health Status of Children and Youth in Care in British Columbia: What do the Mortality Data Show (2001) (PDF
336K
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Overall, the children and youth of British Columbia are among the healthiest
in the world. This report presents death-related trends and patterns
among children and youth in government care. It also provides facts
about the leading causes of death and strategies for prevention.
Children and Youth in Care: An Epidemiological
Review of Mortality, British Columbia, April 1974 to March 2000 (2001) (PDF
725K
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Long-term analysis of the health status of a particularly vulnerable
group of children - children and youth in government care.
Antimicrobial Resistance: A Recommended Action Plan for BC (2000) (PDF
211K
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A framework for a BC action plan on antimicrobial resistance. Summarizes
input from a broadly- based and interdisciplinary group of experts
and stakeholders, including a multi-sectoral provincial steering
committee.
HIV, Hepatitis, and Injection Drug Use in British
Columbia Pay Now or Pay Later? (1998) (PDF
372K
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Reports on progress to address the epidemic of death and disease
resulting from injection drug use in BC. Recommendations to pursue
provincial goals and objectives related to illicit drugs.
Protocol for Protecting Emergency Responders from Communicable Disease (1998) (PDF
419K
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A guide for paramedics, firefighters and police in BC, and
any worker or individual in the community exposed to infectious
agents. Although most infectious agents do not pose a threat
to health, some do have the potential to cause illness, be
transmitted easily and have available post-exposure intervention.
The protocol addresses bloodborne agents and airborne/droplet
agents. Review of the Storage and Disposal of Health Care Records
in British Columbia 1995.
For copies of the above reports or other reports produced by the Office of the
Provincial Health Officer please call or fax your request:
Phone (250) 952-1330
Fax (250) 952-1362
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