Back to school A-B-Cs
School starts soon and that means it’s time to make sure you brush up on your A-B-Cs! Island Health is encouraging parents and guardians to take some simple steps to ensure a healthy start to the school year. Avoid spreading and catching germs
New supports help seniors stay connected to their communities
The Ministry of Health is supporting improved transportation for seniors to help them maintain meaningful social connections and independence in their local communities.
New treatment option available in response to the ongoing overdose crisis
Island Health is introducing a new, injectable opioid treatment option for people living with chronic opioid addiction, increasing both their safety and that of the broader community.
New MRI coming to Nanaimo
Construction is underway on Nanaimo Regional General Hospital’s (NRGH) second MRI machine.
Construction starts on new hospice centre in Duncan
People in the Cowichan region in need of end-of-life care will soon have the option to receive community hospice care closer to home.
Island Health recognized at 2019 BC Health Care Awards
Island Health is proud to announce it has been honoured with two awards at the 2019 BC Health Care Awards: A Health Care Hero award, and a Gold Apple in the Collaborative Solutions category, shared with our partners.
Hospital garden reflects traditional medicine knowledge
An outdoor garden at the Campbell River campus of the North Island Hospital has been filled with plants traditionally used for food and medicines by the local Laichwiltach peoples, completing an important milestone for the hospital project.
Partnering for safe needle disposal in Campbell River
Island Health and the City of Campbell River have partnered to make it easier to dispose of needles safely, thanks to the installation of five sharps disposal boxes in the community.
Drug use at music festivals – if you are going to use, here’s how to stay safer
Island Health is urging people to be vigilant if they are going to consume alcohol or other drugs at festivals this summer.