Disease and injury: Care and prevention

Aging is a natural process but disease and injury are not inevitable. There are many things we can do to prevent disease and injury, as well as care for ourselves when health conditions do affect us. Prevention and good care are critical keys to maintaining our independence and staying active as we age.

HealthLinkBC

HealthLink BC provides non-emergency health information on thousands of topics. Call 811 to speak to a nurse, pharmacist or dietitian about your health concerns. Or review HealthLink BC for general health information and specific health condition information:

• Healthlink BC database
• Healthlink BC: Seniors' health information

Paying for medical services

For information about medical services coverage and assistance with paying for medications:

• Medical Services Plan (MSP)
• Pharmacare

To learn more about the various health programs and services B.C. provides to eligible residents:

• Health Care Programs and Services