Health Alerts
A heat warning has been issued for East Vancouver Island. Learn how to keep yourself and others safe.
Vancouver Coast Health has informed Health Authorities of a potential Hepatitis A exposure in Whistler, BC for anyone who has consumed food at the Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar (110 - 4222 Village Square, Whistler) or at Il Caminetto (4242 Village Stroll, Whistler) from July 4 to July 20.
While we continue to follow the steps laid out in BC’s Restart Plan, at this time visitor restrictions remain in place at Island Health facilities.
News
Victoria trio awarded Youth Harm Reduction Award for life-saving training and education efforts
Three Victoria youth have been recognized by Island Health for their commitment and dedication to harm reduction awareness and training.
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Island Health encourages people to prepare for East Vancouver Island heat warning
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for East Vancouver Island.
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Extension of temporary service interruption at Cormorant Island Community Health Centre
Due to limited staffing availability Island Health is advising community residents and visitors to the area that the temporary overnight closure of the Cormorant Island Community Health Centre (CICHC) emergency department (ED) will be extended to August 3
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