News
It’s not too late to prevent the flu
Vancouver Island – Island Health is reminding people to get their flu shot and take additional steps to prevent the flu. Seniors and eligible adults can get the flu shot from their local pharmacist or physician
New affordable housing to help Port Alberni seniors
PORT ALBERNI – Seniors in Port Alberni will soon have access to additional affordable rental housing and long-term care so they can receive the services they need and continue to live in the community as they age.
New ICU to help people in Nanaimo access better health care
A new intensive care unit (ICU) at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) will help meet the demands of a growing and aging population and offer improved care for critically ill patients.
Currents Fall 2018
This edition covers the importance of sleep, the Step Up Youth program, Partners in Compassion project and more!
New urgent primary care centre will deliver better health care to the West Shore
The Government of British Columbia is opening a new urgent primary care centre for West Shore communities to better connect local residents with the primary health care they need.
Sexual Violence has no boundaries. #TrustYourself
Island-wide – Island Health is launching a social media campaign to encourage people who have been the victim of a sexual assault to seek medical care from a Forensic Nurse Examiner, at all Emergency Departments or through a primary health care provider.
Oceanside Health Centre celebrates five years of care
OCEANSIDE – Residents are invited to join Oceanside Health Centre Medical Director Dr. Drew Digney for a free community learning event at the Parksville Conference Centre.
Island Health Magazine Fall 2018
The fall issue of Island Health magazine features articles on cannabis use; a feature on obesity with information on how to look at this chronic illness including a personal story about bariatric surgery; the benefits of eating breakfast along with articles on long-term care topics.
Do you really have time for the flu? Get immunized early and get protected
Vancouver Island – Island Health is reminding people to get their flu shot early to help protect themselves against influenza. Where can I get my flu shot? Adults can get immunized through their local pharmacy or physician beginning October 8.