”This has been such a hard decision, While I am looking forward to the next steps in my work, I have felt very much at home in Prince George and Northern BC over the past 10 years. I’m grateful for all the challenges and inspiration that have come from many wonderful Northern BC people,” said Dr. Medd.

At the end of August, she will be moving to Vancouver Island, where she’ll be involved in broader environmental issues including climate change.

Dr. Medd moved to Northern BC in 1996 after a career in family medicine and public health. She has been the medical health officer for the Northern Interior for the past several years, and was NH’s chief medical health officer from 2002 to 2004.

Dr. David Bowering, NH chief medical health officer says Dr. Medd will be missed "Dr. Medd’s work has provided enormous benefits for Northern British Columbians.  She’s led initiatives to improve air quality, reduce smoking rates and strengthen community food security through grass roots networks. She is also a committed ally for First Nations health initiatives.  We’re sorry to hear of Dr. Medd’s decision, but we appreciate and acknowledge her lasting contributions to public health in Northern British Columbia.”