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Temporary changes to some services at Saanich Peninsula Hospital during Emergency Department ventilation system upgrade

There will be temporary changes to some services, including within the emergency department, at Saanich Peninsula Hospital starting October 17 to allow for a necessary ventilation system upgrade in the emergency department.

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Advanced certification for nurses enhances care in remote communities

For remote communities, access to timely health care is often provided at Island Health community health centres by specially trained registered nurses.

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Public health nurses support breastfeeding for a healthy start in life

Public Health Nurses, like Hayley Classen, offer support to all pregnant people and new parents, their babies, children and families.

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Temporary service interruption at Port Hardy Hospital

Due to temporary limited care provider availability, the Port Hardy Hospital Emergency Department is closed for the remainder of the day.

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From silence to support – starting the conversation about suicide

On World Suicide Prevention Day, Island Health mental health and injury prevention experts are encouraging everyone to break the silence surrounding suicide and to make space for help and hope.

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Island Health encourages healthy habits for a strong start to the school year

As families are busy with the return to school, Island Health’s Public Health team is reminding parents and caregivers to take proactive steps to support their children’s health and well-being, ensuring a strong start to the school year and in life.

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Grief and International Overdose Awareness Day

Grief is a powerful and unifying force — one felt deeply by families, care providers, and communities across the region.

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Island Health and LUSH Valley work together to bring local produce to hospital patients

Patients at North Island Hospital, Comox Valley (NIH-CV) are enjoying fresh, locally grown produce from Comox Valley farmers thanks to a new opportunity with LUSH Valley Food Action Society.

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Further testing confirmed free-roaming kitten did not have rabies

Further testing confirmed free-roaming kitten did not have rabies.

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Island Health marks International Overdose Awareness Day events with memorial stations across the region

We invite anyone who has been impacted by the toxic drug crisis to remember their loved ones at in-person or digital interactive memorials as a part of International Overdose Awareness Day.

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