News
New measles case on the South Island; risk of transmission extremely low
Island Health has confirmed a new case of measles infection on the South Island.
Currents Spring 2019
This edition covers new environmental practices, the Waymakers Network, organ donations and more!
New Wi-Fi connects TGH patients and visitors
Patients and visitors at Tofino General Hospital can stay connected via free Wi-Fi, a new service supported by the Tofino General Hospital Foundation.
Tips for a safer grad season
Grad season is a time to celebrate and Island Health wants young people, their families and friends to make sure the experience is one to treasure.
NRGH Auxiliary Craft Group comes through with a clutch for NRGH patients at Easter
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital patients will find a special wee visitor roosting on their breakfast trays on Easter Sunday morning, thanks to the NRGH Auxiliary Craft Group.
UPDATE: Latest suspected measles case negative
Island Health has received lab reports from the latest suspected measles case and those results have come back negative.
One new South Island measles exposure confirmed, for a total of six cases
Island Health has confirmed one new case of measles infection on the South Island.
Island Health adds 18 publicly-funded long-term care beds in Campbell River
Seniors and their families are now benefitting from 18 new long-term care beds in Campbell River, funded by Island Health.
Rural health: North Island maternity care
Rural health is changing. Here Port McNeill resident, Danielle Lloyd, shares her family’s experience receiving prenatal care closer to home.