Digital memory wall honours those lost due to toxic drug poisoning this International Overdose Awareness Day
This International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) August 31, Island Health is hosting a digital memory wall to honour those lost to a toxic drug poisoning. IOAD is the world's largest annual campaign to end overdose, and this online memorial encourages everyone to remember, without stigma, those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of family, friends and caregivers left behind.
Catch up with confidence: stay up to date with childhood immunizations
As a new school year beckons, and in recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month in August, Island Health encourages parents to ensure that vaccinations are on their children’s back-to-school list.
Drug and health alert text system expands
Anyone in the Island Health region can now contribute data to help inform potential drug poisoning overdose advisories.
Temporary service interruption at Port Hardy Hospital emergency department
Due to a temporary shortage of nursing coverage, the Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) emergency department (ED) will be closed for the remainder of August 17, beginning immediately.
Temporary service interruption at Port Hardy Hospital emergency department
Due to short notice, unexpected sick calls leading to a temporary shortage of nursing coverage, the Port Hardy Hospital emergency department will be closed for the remainder of August 16, beginning immediately.
Heat warning expanded to include additional Island Health regions
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning several regions in Island Health. A strong ridge of high pressure will remain over southern B.C. through Wednesday.
Preventable drownings increase across Island Health
A new report from the BC Coroners Service shows that 18 people died last year by accidental drowning in the Island Health region – three more people than the ten year average of 15.
Island Health and Our Cowichan Communities Health Network launch first-of-its-kind health and wellness survey for residents of Cowichan Valley
Island Health and Our Cowichan Communities Health Network are launching a health and wellness survey for residents of the Cowichan Valley aimed at gathering information that will help to inform programs, services and policies in the region.
Victoria team honoured with Youth Harm Reduction Award
A Victoria-based Youth Action Team that promoted harm reduction education and training at Belmont Secondary School has been recognized by Island Health for its innovation and dedication.