Did you know that practising #mindfulness can be beneficial? It can reduce stress, anxiety & depression, improve memory & concentration, lead to better sleep, strengthen our connection & relationships with others, and more. Try the Breathr app for free: keltymentalhealth.ca/breathr

Patients living with kidney disease: want to learn more about how over-the-counter medications can impact your kidney health? Visit BC Renal’s updated fact sheet "Non-Prescription Medication and Your Kidneys": ow.ly/ISk450RUuWf

Are your child's vaccinations up to date? Back-to-school is a great time to check. Vaccines help protect kids from diseases like measles, mumps and whooping cough. Book an appointment with a pharmacist, a clinic or your primary care provider. HealthLinkBC.ca/ChildhoodVacci…

Has someone at PHSA made a difference in your life? Share your gratitude with them today at phsa.ca/thanks.

Navigation and wayfinding volunteers are stationed near the main entrances of BC Children’s Hospital to help you find your way around the hospital and get where you need to go. Look for them in the bright green vests.

Whether you're coming from far away or nearby, planning your visit to @bcwomenshosp will help ensure a smooth trip. Learn about what to bring, where to stay and how to get there: bcwomens.ca/our-services/y…

Communication Access Cards offer a way for individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind, or hard-of-hearing to communicate their preferred communication method. Download a card and bring it to your next medical appointment: ow.ly/jM3Q50T4bZs

Did you know @bcrenal partners with community pharmacies across B.C.? Patients registered with BC Renal can access a broad range of funded medications at designated locations. To find a community pharmacy near you: ow.ly/ACWC50RUx38

If cervical cancer is caught at its earliest stage, the chance of survival is more than 85%. Learn more: ow.ly/AMjj50xQyZw

Has someone at PHSA made a difference in your life? Share your gratitude with them today at phsa.ca/thanks!

Calling the right number helps get you the care you need. 🚨 911 is for health and safety emergencies requiring paramedics or other first responders. 📳 Dial 811 to connect with a health care professional who can provide information and resources you need. bcehs.ca/health-info/wh…

This International Overdose Awareness Day take steps to help #StopOverdose in your community. Text JOIN to 253787 (ALERTS) to receive alerts about toxic drugs in your area. The service is anonymous. Learn more at towardtheheart.com/alerts. #TogetherWeCan #EndOverdose #IOAD2024

Together we can #StopOverdose. If you are using substances, using with a buddy is safer than using alone. If you don’t have a buddy, download the Connect by Lifeguard app, which connects to emergency responders if you become unresponsive. #TogetherWeCan #EndOverdose #IOAD2024

We hope you have a relaxing Labour Day and are able to enjoy quality time with friends or family. School resumes this coming week, so remember to drive safely near schools and watch for children. Visit ICBC for road safety tips: icbc.com/road-safety/te… #backtoschool

Although we all hope we’ll never need to call an ambulance, emergencies can happen at any time. There are some simple steps you can take to prepare your home so paramedics can reach it quickly in the event of an emergency.

While #backtoschool can be an exciting time for families and children, for many it can be an intense period of change. It's important to have conversations with children about how they're feeling and what they may be going through. bcchildrens.ca/health-info/he…

If we can reduce how much alcohol we drink now by 50%, more than 70,000 cancer cases could be prevented over the next two decades.

Has someone at PHSA made a difference in your life? Share your gratitude with them today at phsa.ca/thanks!

Have a #poisoning emergency or question about drug poisoning? Call the Drug and Poison Information Centre: 1-800-567-8911.

BC Children’s Hospital has created a chat bot on its website to support families who have general questions about the hospital’s services. Find Sunny Bear on the BC Children’s Hospital home page: bcchildrens.ca