Caring for the planet, caring for people: how virtual care supports Island Health’s climate action
Island Health’s adoption of virtual care in recent years has benefited patients and the environment, thanks to travel reductions that have resulted in cost savings and a drop in greenhouse gas emissions.
From student to staff: Island Health program launches nursing careers close to home
What began 15 years ago to give nursing students a head start has grown into one of Island Health’s most successful workforce initiatives.
Island Health's PLANT Medicines project wins provincial recognition for Indigenous health research
Island Health's Pharmacy Learning About Indigenous Traditional Medicines project has been honoured with the HEABC Award of Merit in Leading Practices: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Advanced certification for nurses enhances care in remote communities
For remote communities, access to timely health care is often provided at Island Health community health centres by specially trained registered nurses.
Public health nurses support breastfeeding for a healthy start in life
Public Health Nurses, like Hayley Classen, offer support to all pregnant people and new parents, their babies, children and families.
Island Health and LUSH Valley work together to bring local produce to hospital patients
Patients at North Island Hospital, Comox Valley (NIH-CV) are enjoying fresh, locally grown produce from Comox Valley farmers thanks to a new opportunity with LUSH Valley Food Action Society.
Healthcare volunteer program for youth now available in Alert Bay and Port McNeill
Island Health is now running its Step Up Youth program in two new communities through a partnership with the ‘Namgis First Nation to offer volunteer opportunities in healthcare to youth in rural areas.
The cutting edge of medical imaging: how artificial intelligence improves MRIs
Patients across the Island Health region are benefiting from quicker, higher-quality magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans powered by artificial intelligence (AI) software following successful pilot projects in Nanaimo.
“An amazing program”: reusable gowns initiative launches at Island Health
A reusable gowns program at Island Health is helping protect staff and patients while supporting sustainable, cost-effective practices.