Island Health adjusting services to strengthen patient safety
Island-wide – Island Health has implemented several temporary service adjustments to strengthen patient care during Omicron-related COVID-19 staffing challenges.
Island Health seeks service provider and location for overdose prevention services in Nanaimo
Nanaimo — Island Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for an Overdose Prevention Services (OPS) service provider at a new location, which will complement and improve access to life-saving overdose prevention services in the Nanaimo region.
Island Health declares COVID-19 outbreak on general medicine unit 4B at Victoria General Hospital
Island Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak in two rooms on the general medicine unit on 4B at Victoria General Hospital (VGH).
Island Health looks back, and looks ahead
This time two years ago, a new respiratory virus was detected which soon spread across the globe, causing unprecedented changes to our everyday lives. COVID-19 continues to impact us, as does the toxic drug poisoning crisis which has now stretched into its sixth year.
Tips for the holiday season – know your care options
Island-wide — The holiday season is here and Island Health reminds people to take steps to keep healthy, stay injury free and avoid unnecessary visits and potential long waits in emergency departments during this busy time of year and increasing COVID-19 case counts.
Update to COVID-19 cases associated with University of Victoria
Island Health and the University of Victoria are providing an update on the cluster of cases associated with people who attended off-campus events.
Indigenous-informed Sexual Assault Volunteers at the Ready
A new pilot program to improve the cultural safety of Indigenous people who experience sexualized violence has graduated its first group of Indigenous-informed sexual assault support volunteers.
New COPD service launches in Cowichan
An assessment, education and support service for people with moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms has been created within Cowichan’s Community Health Services (CHS) division. The COPD team consists of a registered respiratory therapist, pharmacist and behavioral health clinician, with access to the larger CHS team.
Standing against gender-based violence
On National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women we remember those lives lost, and those among us now who continue to face violence, harassment and discrimination because of their gender identity and expression.