Comox Valley, Strathcona, North Island

Comox Valley, Strathcona, North Island

The northern half of Vancouver Island and the surrounding areas are among the most rugged, wildly diverse regions in Canada. From some of the most livable and fastest growing communities to some of the most remote and least populated, this region includes white sand beaches and snow capped mountains. It also boasts some of the most innovative and committed rural health practitioners in the country.

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Public Health warns to watch for the silent signs of drowning this summer

Drowning can happen in less than 60 seconds, and the signs are far more subtle than most people expect.

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Courtney Blake, Forensic Nurse Examiner, and Aimee Falkenberg, Clinical Nurse Leader.

Donated comfort kits support assault survivors in rural communities

Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in several rural and remote communities now have greater access to comfort and support, thanks to donated comfort kits distributed through Island Health’s Forensic Nursing Program.

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Five Days in May: Join BC’s Annual Health Research Showcase Every Friday

This year’s topics include meaningful engagement in research, seniors' health, 10 years into the toxic drug crisis, brain injury, and Indigenous-led health research.

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LAB - Gold River Health Unit

LAB - Gold River Health Centre - Medical Laboratory

601 Trumpeter Dr
Box 580
Gold River, B.C.
V0P 1G0

250-283-2626

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