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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.
Temporary changes to some services at Saanich Peninsula Hospital during Emergency Department ventilation system upgrade
There will be temporary changes to some services, including within the emergency department, at Saanich Peninsula Hospital starting October 17 to allow for a necessary ventilation system upgrade in the emergency department.
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.
Temporary service interruption at Port Hardy Hospital
Due to temporary limited care provider availability, the Port Hardy Hospital Emergency Department is closed for the remainder of the day.
From silence to support – starting the conversation about suicide
On World Suicide Prevention Day, Island Health mental health and injury prevention experts are encouraging everyone to break the silence surrounding suicide and to make space for help and hope.