Why I got the vaccine: Derek MacDonald, Tumbler Ridge
Derek MacDonald, a heavy duty mechanic at the mine in Tumbler Ridge, shares why he got the vaccine: "I got it because my parents are aging and I didn’t want to bring it [the COVID-19 virus]...
Health awareness
12-year-old Quesnel resident is COVID-19 vaccinated and encouraging others
As the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out continues through Northern Health, we are seeing community members of all ages attend the clinics to receive a dose of the vaccine that can protect those they love and...
Unsure about getting your COVID-19 vaccine? What one nurse has to say
Lara Frederick, Regional Manager, Public Health Practice, is a long-time Dawson Creek community member. She shared with us why she got her vaccine as well as some things to consider if you’re unsure...
Why one Dawson Creek resident got her COVID-19 vaccine
There are many reasons why Northerners have chosen to get their COVID-19 vaccine. For some, it’s a public duty; for others, it’s a way to protect their loved ones. For Dawson Creek residen...
Cognitive care kits available to support living with cognitive decline
Cognitive care kits are now available for sign out to Prince George residents through the Prince George Public Library. This resource provides stimulating brain activities for people experiencing cogn...
Speak Up on April 16, National Advance Care Planning Day!
Advance care planning is the process of making a plan for your future health care. This process can be as casual as starting to do some self-reflection on what makes life meaningful to you and how tha...
Northeast residents share why they chose to get vaccinated
The past few weeks have been a busy and exciting time as more and more Northerners receive their COVID-19 vaccines. Learn why two long-term care residents in the Northeast chose to get vaccinated. ...