Life

Younger people more at risk for problem gambling, target of new B.C. action

Alcohol and marijuana (or cannabis) are the substances most used by B.C. teenagers, writes Dr. David Smith.

Dr. David Smith looks at the effects and symptoms of deadly illnesses like bulimia and anorexia nervosa.

Comfort foods like soup provide good nutrition and help warm you on cool days.

Grants available for teachers, youth educators to provide hands-on experience with community ecosystem projects

We all feel sad from time-to-time – it's a normal and appropriate response to disappointment and loss.

Just as turkey and hams have garnered a spot amongst favourites in meat category of Christmas dinners some vegetable traditions have too.

Everyone has times of feeling anxious, scared or fearful. Without it, we would never have survived as humans, writes Dr. David Smith.

Let’s face it: while Christmas time can be fun and exciting, it can also be stressful and environmentally damaging.

Dr. David Smith says 13 per cent of B.C. youth experience a mental health issue every year – 83,700 children under age 19.