Health Care
The Liberal government’s cuts have led to overcrowded emergency wards and diminished preventative health services. New Democrats know that public health care is the foundation of a strong society and offers us a competitive advantage in attracting investment. We believe all British Columbians deserve health care that is there when they need it.
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Be prepared for COVID19
As Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Preparedness, I’ve spoken many times about the need to get good and ready for potential emergencies. The COVID-19 virus is no exception, but in the case of this illness, there are some very simple precautions …
BC NDP introduce bill for five days paid leave in domestic violence cases
Over half of women in BC have experienced physical or sexual violence since the age of 16. For over a decade, women’s organization, First Nations communities and the labour movement have been demanding paid leave for those fleeing domestic violence. …
Funding and Staffing Increases to Help Seniors
Staff in residential care homes work incredibly hard and do a fantastic job. We’ve seen this first hand at the Acropolis Manor in Prince Rupert. When residential care homes are understaffed, staff are challenged to deliver the level of care …
Increasing Access to Life-Improving Treatments
AED Awareness Day
Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anywhere and at any time. With one Canadian going into cardiac arrest every 13 minutes, an automated external defibrillator (AED) is an effective and easy-to-use device that saves lives. April 12th is AED Awareness …
Chronic hepatitis C medication now available for all British Columbians
Any British Columbian living with chronic hepatitis C now is able to access treatment, regardless of the severity of their disease, Health Minister Adrian Dix announced on March 13 In addition to expanding coverage to all British Columbians, a new chronic …
Team Based Care to Address Doctor Shortages
Our government is committed to a team-based care model as an effective way to provide British Columbians with the health care they deserve. From the creation of urgent care centres and utilizing teams of health care providers such as nurse …
Fair PharmaCare for British Columbians
After 15 years, changes are finally coming to Fair PharmaCare. $105 million is being invested over three years to make sure people get the prescription medicines they need but currently are struggling to afford. Your BC New Democrat government is …
A New Hospital for Terrace
My colleague and Minister of Health Adrian Dix is in Terrace sharing good news for our friends up the Skeena.