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Daily shuttle between Port Alice and Port Hardy increases access to X-ray and other non-urgent services
People in Port Alice will benefit from daily access to non-urgent hospital-based outpatient services, including X-rays, thanks to a new shuttle service established by Island Health.
Currents Spring 2023
The Spring 2023 feature of Currents is now available. This feature focuses on innovation and recognition of excellence. You will find stories and photos about your colleagues, and the ways they are delivering outstanding care.
Temporary service interruption at Ladysmith Urgent Care
Due to the site reaching its capacity, Ladysmith Community Health Centre urgent care has closed early this evening. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or, if possible, proceed to the nearest emergency department.
High acuity unit construction underway at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
People living in Nanaimo and area will have greater access to critical care as the new 12-bed intensive care unit (ICU) currently under construction at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has been expanded to include a new 12-bed high acuity unit (HAU), an increase of six net new beds overal
Temporary service interruption at Cormorant Island Community Health Centre Emergency Department
Due to limited care provider availability, the Cormorant Island Community Health Centre emergency department will be closed from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on March 23, March 24, March 25 and March 26.
Island Health innovates: trials underway for washroom sensors that monitor for toxic drug poisonings
New trials at Island Health sites are transforming washrooms into spaces that help save lives and support staff by using technology to monitor for toxic drug poisonings.
Action taken to strengthen north Island health care
After the Province announced a $30 million investment in health-care services in North Vancouver Island on January 27, Island Health and its partners have made significant progress in implementing the actions designed to improve and stabilize health-care services for the region.
Centralization of walk-in mental health and substance use services in Nanaimo
Island Health is centralizing walk-in mental health and substance use (MHSU) services in Nanaimo to one location beginning March 15, 2023.
Island Health achieves Accreditation Canada seal of approval
Island Health has been recognized by Accreditation Canada for going beyond nationally recognized standards for excellence in delivering services focused on improving the quality, safety and experience for patients, their families and staff.