Youth speak out about mental health
We asked — you delivered! During our recent Youth Mental Health campaign (held on Northern Health’s Facebook and Instagram accounts), youth and those who care for them followed along and engaged w...
Physical activity
Preventing child falls in the home and at play
Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury in BC children from birth to 14 years old? I’m a parent and a nurse. Like all parents and caregivers, I want to keep my kids safe while all...
Lisa Davison: Community Health Star
The Northern Health Community Health Stars program shines a light on community members across Northern BC who are doing exceptional work, on their own time, to promote health and wellness in their com...
Sedentary Behaviours – They’re not all created equal!
“The new smoking.” Sedentary time (time spent in a sitting or lying position while expending very little energy) has come under fire for its negative health effects lately. While there are certain...
Meet our Northern biking champions: Anna from Mackenzie
For Bike to Work & School Week (May 27-June 2), we are featuring a number of community members who are champions for cycling, whether it be to work, school, or commuting around town. Today we'l...
Meet our Northern biking champions: Mattie from Mackenzie
For Bike to Work and School Week (May 27-June 2), we are featuring a number of community members who are champions for cycling, whether it be to work, school, or commuting around town. Today we'll ...
Meet our Northern biking champions: Esther from Mackenzie!
For Bike to Work and School Week (May 27-June 2, 2019), we are featuring a number of community members who are champions for cycling, whether it be to work, school, or commuting around town. Today ...