Medical health officer updates

On October 19, 2021, the Ministry of Health announced a universal influenza vaccination program. All residents in British Columbia are encouraged to get vaccinated to protect themselves and their communities.

Here are some reminders and additional information to help prepare for the launch of the influenza immunization campaign. Thank you again for your support in protecting our communities this influenza season.

The impacts from extreme climate events (and related impacts such as food security, working conditions) will be a key driver of increasing global and local health inequities.

Health units will begin influenza vaccine distribution starting the week of October 11, 2021.

Last season, over 30% more doses of influenza vaccines were delivered than a usual year in the Fraser Health region.

Public Health has noted a recent increase in food-borne illness caused by Vibrio parahaemolyticus infections among BC residents, above what we usually expect at this time of year. These have occurred across the province but the majority of cases reside in or have visited coastal areas.