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Elders support patients, families and care teams at North Island Hospital campuses in Comox and Campbell River
Two Kwakwaka’wakw Elders have joined a new Elder-in-Residence program at the North Island Hospital campuses in Campbell River and Comox to support patients, families and staff by promoting understanding and respect for Indigenous knowledge, culture and values.
Island Health Magazine Fall 2019
The fall issue of Island Health magazine includes articles on Active Transportation, Recovery Success Stories and Handling Bats. This issue also features articles on Handling the Holidays including the Importance of Self-Care and Lightening up your Holiday Dinner.
Helipad opens at Tofino General Hospital
Helicopters are once again able to airlift patients who are in need of a higher level of care from Tofino General Hospital, now that a new helipad is in place next to the hospital.
Island Health administrator appointed at Comox Valley Seniors Village
An administrator has been temporarily appointed by the Island Health Board of Directors to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of Comox Valley Seniors Village.
Island Health seeks site for Overdose Prevention Services
Island Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new location for the Overdose Prevention Services site in the Cowichan Valley.
Indigenous Care Pharmacist helps community members achieve greater control over their own health
Jesse Inkster is passionate about helping people to understand their medications – what they are and why they were prescribed. As Island Health’s new Indigenous Care Pharmacist, Jesse is particularly enthusiastic about the relationships he is building with people in several First Nations communities, including residents of Penelakut Island near Chemainus.
Island Health nurse honoured with Good Samaritan Award
Brandi Harper is not a trauma nurse, but that didn’t stop her from leading trauma care for a critically injured man who fell from a cliff alongside the Cowichan River in June.
Public Service Announcement for those receiving Needle-Free Filler Treatments
BC Health Authorities and the BC Ministry of Health are issuing a public service announcement for persons considering undergoing needle-free filler treatments.
Back to school A-B-Cs
School starts soon and that means it’s time to make sure you brush up on your A-B-Cs! Island Health is encouraging parents and guardians to take some simple steps to ensure a healthy start to the school year. Avoid spreading and catching germs