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Early fruiting of death cap mushrooms in Greater Victoria
Victoria - Extremely toxic death cap mushrooms (Amanita phalloides) have been observed growing in Greater Victoria. Island Health warns these mushrooms can make you sick or kill you if ingested.
Improving seniors’ care in the Comox Valley
COMOX VALLEY – To strengthen seniors’ care in the Comox Valley, Island Health is opening interim beds to ensure the frail and elderly receive timely, appropriate care in the community.
Beat the heat as temperatures rise across Island Health
VANCOUVER ISLAND – With temperatures forecast to rise across Vancouver Island, it’s important to know the risks associated with excessive heat and take precautions to stay safe and healthy. Island Health is reminding people to be aware of the symptoms of heat-related illness, check-in on those a
Comfort pack donations for survivors
Vancouver Island - The Nanaimo Forensic Nurse Examiner program received 70 pre-packed patient comfort kits from a group of six friends who are putting compassion into action.
Critical Care Outreach Teams support patients and staff
Vancouver Island - Patient care is being bolstered by an initiative led by Intensive Care Unit staff at Island Health hospitals.
North Island Hospital heliport flight testing
As part of North Island Hospital heliport activation, Island Health will be conducting flight tests at the Comox Valley and Campbell River heliports on Tuesday, July 17th.
Intensive residential treatment beds for addictions open in the Comox Valley
Comox Valley - Clients needing longer term, residentially-based addictions treatment services can now access 11 intensive residential treatment beds at the Comox Valley Recovery Centre.
New hospital will help people in the Cowichan Valley access quality health care
To provide better health care for a growing region of the province, the B.C. government has greenlit a new hospital for the Cowichan Valley.
Five tips for safer drug use at festivals
Vancouver Island - Island Health is urging everyone to be vigilant if they choose to consume substances at festivals this summer. Many substances (i.e.