Environment

What are vapour products and what is vaping?

Tobacco use is one of the single largest threats to the health of individuals and communities in the Island Health region. 

Tanning is out. Learn more about how to protect yourself from UV rays.

Environmental Health Officers work with local governments and agencies providing oversight of beaches to monitor water quality at popular public beaches based on information outlined in the Guidelines for Canadian Recreational Water Quality.

Learn how to reduce personal health risks during a wildfire.

Island Health is often asked about the safety of pesticides used in homes, gardens or public places.

Pesticide Use and Human Health answers some of the most commonly asked questions about pesticide use and human health.

Tips for Reducing Pesticide Exposure in Your Home (HealthLinkBC)

Any home or building that is not connected to a municipal or city sewage system needs a safe method of treating and discharging sewage.