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Encouraging HPV Vaccination to Prevent Cancer During National Immunization Awareness Week
As part of National Immunization Awareness Week (April 26 to May 2, 2026), an Island Health Medical Health Officer is encouraging people to learn the facts about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine — one of the most effective ways to prevent several types of cancer and other HPV-related diseases.
Collection Device Change Notification: Sexually Transmitted Infection
STI (Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas vaginalis and/or Mycoplasma genitalium) nucleic acid amplification testing.
April 28 is the National Day of Mourning
On April 28, we observe the National Day of Mourning and remember those who lost their lives, were injured or experienced illness due to work-related incidents. On this day, we lower our flags to half-mast in their honour. This is a moment for each of us to reaffirm our commitment to a safe and healthy workplace.