Pandemic reflections on the bus
Op-ed by Island Health’s newest medical health officer, Dr. Sandra Allison.
“It takes courage to do this job”: Sandra Allison is Island Health’s newest medical health officer
Sandra Allison has joined Island Health’s team of medical health officers, and will work alongside Mike Benusic to serve the central Vancouver Island region.
Campbell River WWII veteran on the mend thanks to determination and "Wonderful" support
Campbell River's oldest surviving World War II veteran is continuing his recovery journey following hip replacement surgery in June, thanks in large part to the “wonderful" care and support he's received.
Island Health teams and people with lived experience develop respectful language guide
A new language guide is available to help address stigma experienced by people with substance dependency.
New Island Health total joint replacement pilot project creates amazing outcomes for surgical patients
The Victoria Enhanced Recovery Arthroplasty Program (VERA) is a new Island Health pilot project aimed at reducing post-surgical pain and shortening recovery time.
Seniors find strong social connections and improved health at adult day programs
Frail seniors and their caregivers have come to rely on Adult Day Programs for the social connections that contribute to cognitive and physical well-being.
A passion for public health: meet Mike Benusic, Island Health’s new MHO
Sometimes life really does come full circle – just ask Mike Benusic.
Island Health and TELUS Health partner to support patients by monitoring their COVID-19 symptoms remotely
As more people began testing positive for COVID-19, the number of people who needed a daily check-in increased dramatically.