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Complete Our Health, Our Community survey results released
Island Health and Our Cowichan Communities Health Network have released the complete results of the Our Health, Our Community survey.
Collaborative efforts strengthen healthcare services across North Vancouver Island
A $30 million provincial government investment aimed at stabilizing healthcare services in North Vancouver Island (NVI) has resulted in more robust and cohesive staffing models and strengthened community supports.
Island Health statement on WCGH Intensive Care Unit temporary service adjustments
In recent months and years, Island Health has placed significant focus and effort into stabilizing and improving patient care and service delivery at West Coast General Hospital (WCGH) in Port Alberni.
New report highlights health gains and inequities in the Island Health region
Island Health’s Chief Medical Health Officer has released the 2025 Population Health Status Report, offering an in-depth look at the health of people across the region with a focus on children and youth.
Island Health's PLANT Medicines project wins provincial recognition for Indigenous health research
Island Health's Pharmacy Learning About Indigenous Traditional (PLANT) Medicines project has been honoured with the Health Employer’s Association of BC (HEABC) Award of Merit in Leading Practices: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Tricks to enjoy Halloween treats
As many children prepare for trick-or-treating, Island Health’s Dental Program is reminding families of a few simple tricks that can help keep fang-tastic smiles healthy this Halloween.
Cowichan District Hospital emergency department entrance will be temporarily relocated to main entrance
The entrance to the emergency department at the Cowichan District Hospital will be temporarily closed on October 30 and November 3 to allow for necessary repairs to occur.
BC’s most fragile babies to get a lifeline from North Island parents
Lactating parents in the North Island are about to have a new way to help support the most fragile babies in need around B.C., by donating expressed breast milk.
New process at UPCCs helps patients access the right care in the right place
The introduction of a new and improved triage process for booking appointments at South Island urgent and primary care centres is better supporting patients to get the care they need, when and where they need it.