Nanaimo, Oceanside, Alberni-Clayoquot

Nanaimo, Oceanside, Alberni-Clayoquot

From city streets to mountain tops to open Pacific Ocean, the diverse coastal communities of middle Vancouver Island face many health challenges. The city of Nanaimo in particular, continues to grow as a health services hub. However, the region's needs are broadly distributed in culturally distinct locations. Whether it’s supporting search and rescue in the rain forest or working with at-risk urban youth, Island Health is here.

people laughing at the dinner table

Holiday Health Guide for a joyful season

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it can also bring about challenges—from changes in health care schedules to added emotional stress.

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Birch Team

Island Health’s innovative BiRCH Clinic puts heart health first for moms

What if postpartum care didn’t end at the six-week checkup? Birth Related Cardiovascular Health Clinics located at Campbell River Hospital and West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni are creating a model of care that supports mothers long after delivery—when risks to heart health may be just beginning.

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woman in the snow

Staying well this winter

As the frost starts to crackle, temperatures fall and winter weather sets in, the season can bring unique challenges—from heavy rain to flooding and power outages. With holiday gatherings underway, preparation becomes even more important to keep everyone healthy and safe.

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Locations in this Community

tofino general hospital

Tofino General Hospital - Medical Imaging

261 Neill St
P.O. Box 190
Tofino, B.C. 
V0R 2Z0

250-725-4010

Port Alberni West Coast General Hospital

West Coast General Hospital

3949 Port Alberni Highway
Port Alberni, BC
V9Y 4S1

250-731-1370

west coast general hospital

West Coast General Hospital - Medical Imaging

3949 Port Alberni Hwy
Port Alberni, B.C. 
V9Y 4S1

250-731-1370

Services offered in this Community