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Adults experiencing mental health challenges benefit from Island Health’s Bridging Care Program
People with acute and severe mental health challenges, which are significantly impacting their day to day lives, are receiving the care and supports they need to improve their quality of life through Island Health’s Bridging Care Program.
International Overdose Awareness Day: Confronting stigma, embracing community
International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to prevent toxic drug poisonings, and remember, without stigma, those who have died.
New Westshore Mental Health and Substance Use Hub ready for clients
Starting on September 4, Westshore residents will have improved access to mental health and substance use support services with the opening of the new Westshore Mental Health and Substance Use Hub.
People urged to take precautions with heat warning issued for East Vancouver Island
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for East Vancouver Island.
People urged to take precautions with heat warning issued for East Vancouver Island
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for East Vancouver Island.
New 3D Mammography Technology Enhances Breast Cancer Detection in Port Alberni
People in the Alberni Valley and surrounding regions will benefit from more accurate and faster cancer screening thanks to a new, state-of-the-art 3D mammography system at West Coast General Hospital (WCGH) in Port Alberni.
Wave of empowerment: Island Health grant fosters water safety and cultural preservation in Campbell River
Indigenous youth and local community members have been empowered with vital water safety and lifesaving skills through a transformative partnership between the Strathcona Regional District and Island Health's Community Wellness Grant program.
People urged to take precautions with heat warning issued for Campbell River to Duncan
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for the following region in Island Health: East Vancouver Island – Campbell River to Duncan The Province has not declared an extreme heat emergency for this region.
Island Health announces 2024/2025 Community Wellness Grant Recipients
Island Health is celebrating the launch of 53 new locally-led wellness projects focused on community resilience, made possible with funding from Island Health’s Community Wellness Grant Program.