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Island Health Protection Services Recognized for Brave Acts
VANCOUVER ISLAND – Two Island Health Protection Services Officers have received recognition by the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety for exemplary performance in extraordinary circumstances.
Currents Fall 2017
Board Chair Leah Hollins, Orange Shirt day 2017, CDH celebrates 50 years of care, staying healthy over the holidays, North Island Hospitals open and more.
Update: Island Health radiology review
In April, Island Health announced a review of 529 diagnostic imaging reports (CT scans) from a radiologist who worked as a locum for Island Health at various times between January 2013 and February 2016.
Get your flu shot early & protect the ones you love
Vancouver Island – Island Health is reminding people to get their flu shot early to protect themselves and their loved ones this flu season.
Opportunity for Island Health patients to be heard
Vancouver Island – The Patient Voices Network (PVN), in cooperation with Island Health, is looking for patient partners to join quality councils and contribute to improving care on Vancouver Island.
Island Health, UVic & UBC launch major cognitive health research project - Victoria family funds ambitious five-year project that aims to improve diagnosis and treatment
VICTORIA, B.C. – An innovative five-year project to integrate leading-edge research and care for patients living with cognitive health issues on Vancouver Island was announced today at Royal Jubilee Hospital.
Community Open House Rescheduled
Duncan - Cowichan Valley residents please note an open house scheduled for October 5, 2017 at 7 p.m. at Island Health Savings Centre has been postponed.
Early colon cancer screening test for average-risk patients temporarily suspended
Vancouver — Fecal immunochemical testing, or FIT, part of the early screening process for colon cancer, has been suspended temporarily for BC residents to ensure tests meet performance standards.
Island Health supports fragile babies & caregivers during breastfeeding week
Victoria – It’s National Breastfeeding Week and Island Health is celebrating by promoting the benefits of breastfeeding and breast milk to support families and young children, especially babies who are sick and vulnerable.