News
Preventable drownings increase across Island Health
A new report from the BC Coroners Service shows that 18 people died last year by accidental drowning in the Island Health region – three more people than the ten year average of 15.
Island Health and Our Cowichan Communities Health Network launch first-of-its-kind health and wellness survey for residents of Cowichan Valley
Island Health and Our Cowichan Communities Health Network are launching a health and wellness survey for residents of the Cowichan Valley aimed at gathering information that will help to inform programs, services and policies in the region.
Victoria team honoured with Youth Harm Reduction Award
A Victoria-based Youth Action Team that promoted harm reduction education and training at Belmont Secondary School has been recognized by Island Health for its innovation and dedication.
If you can’t help yourself, you can’t help others: new Island Health program offers support to caregivers
Reaching out for help or support can be difficult, and it can be even more difficult for caregivers helping to support a friend or loved one.
Noel Brown art unveiled at NRGH
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital has a beautiful new piece of Coast Salish art enhancing its main entrance to honour the partnership between Snuneymuxw First Nation and the hospital.
Island Health bolsters youth outreach and support across Vancouver Island
Youth experiencing serious substance use challenges have benefited from enhanced outreach and support services in communities across Vancouver Island, thanks to Y-STAR teams established throughout 2022.
PES Acute Psychiatry Revitalization Action Update
Island Health has launched a Psychiatric Emergency Services/Acute Care Improvement Project. This project involves dedicated personnel looking at many aspects of care.
Health Career Access Program Improving Recruitment of Health Care Assistants
Island Health is benefiting from more health care assistants as the Health Career Access Program makes training more accessible to new health-care workers.
Statement on University of Waterloo Campus Hate-Motivated Attack
Island Health stands with the victims, their families, the University of Waterloo, other university communities, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and all who have been affected by this demonstration of hate.