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New Provincial Acute Care Visitor Policy
Effective Tuesday, November 9, 2021, visitors to Island Health hospitals will need to be fully vaccinated, and show proof of vaccination, to enter.
Hope and healing: Cowichan Valley Wellness and Recovery Centre opens
An integrated health-care approach that will save lives and support those living with substance use is the cornerstone of the new Cowichan Valley Wellness and Recovery Centre, which officially opened on November 1.
Update to outbreak on Transitional Care Unit at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
Island Health’s outbreak response has identified two additional cases of COVID-19 related to the outbreak declared on the Transitional Care Unit at NRGH.
Update to outbreaks at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Chartwell Malaspina Care Centre
Island Health’s outbreak response has identified additional cases of COVID-19 related to the outbreaks declared on the Transitional Care Unit at NRGH and at Chartwell Malaspina Care Centre long-term care home.
Currents Fall 2021
This issue features photos and stories about Celebration of Excellence awards, celebrating Housekeeping Week, and staff recognition and thanks from the public across Island Health. It also features photos from the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Island Health declares COVID-19 outbreak on Transitional Care Unit at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
Island Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the Transitional Care Unit at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH). Four patients have tested positive for COVID-19. The outbreak is limited to the Transitional Care Unit.
Outbreak declared at Chartwell Malaspina Care Centre Hummingbird Unit
Island Health’s outbreak response has identified three cases of COVID-19 at Chartwell Malaspina Care Centre’s Hummingbird Unit, declaring an outbreak for that unit only.
Protect ourselves, protect our communities: Get immunized against influenza
There’s a simple way to ensure influenza (the flu) is not part of your fall and winter routine – get immunized against influenza! Everyone six months of age and older should get immunized against influenza.
Woman who experienced allergic reaction has no regrets about COVID-19 vaccine
Annie Taal, a 32 year old Victoria resident is sharing how she experienced an extremely rare allergic reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine following her first shot. Taal wishes to reassure others who might be concerned that all mechanisms were in place to deal with her allergy and she is incredibly grateful to be vaccinated.