This page offers practical resources to help schools and families manage childhood health needs.
HealthLink BC is a trusted provincial resource that provides 24/7 access to health information, services, and advice for people across British Columbia. It supports student health by offering guidance on...
Read more Wondering what to do when a student has head lice? Have a look at Island Health's guide to Head Lice Management.
Head lice are common, especially among children between the ages...
Read more The BC Healthy Kids Program helps low income families with the costs of basic dental care and prescription eye wear for their children. Eligible clients include dependent children under 19 years...
Read more Canadian Dental Care Program
CDCP is a federal initiative designed to make dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. It provides coverage for a range of oral health services, including preventive...
Read more BC PharmaCare covers the cost of some medications through Plan G, the Psychiatric Medications Plan, for people who need a medication to be well but cannot afford them. Your doctor or...
Read more The Concussion Awareness Training Tool includes three toolkits providing training in the recognition, treatment and management of concussion for:
Medical Professionals
Parents, Players, and Coaches
School Professionals
CATT is free, accessible and regularly updated...
Read more The MedicAlert® Foundation Canada is a charitable organization which is the leading provider of emergency medical information services linked to customized medical bracelets and necklaces. MedicAlert offers subscriptions to students...
Read more Health and education are closely intertwined. Island Health works as a partner with K-12 schools, school districts and communities to deliver healthcare services in an accessible and client-centred manner, and...
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