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Early colon cancer screening test for average-risk patients temporarily suspended
Vancouver — Fecal immunochemical testing, or FIT, part of the early screening process for colon cancer, has been suspended temporarily for BC residents to ensure tests meet performance standards.
Island Health supports fragile babies & caregivers during breastfeeding week
Victoria – It’s National Breastfeeding Week and Island Health is celebrating by promoting the benefits of breastfeeding and breast milk to support families and young children, especially babies who are sick and vulnerable.
North Island Hospital Comox Valley Move #NIHMoveCV
This is the up-to-date, source of truth, for everything about the North Island Hospital Comox Valley move. #NIHMoveCV
Island Health’s Forensic Nurse Examiner Program is now available at Oceanside Health Centre
OCEANSIDE – Survivors of sexual assault and/or domestic violence in the Oceanside area can now receive medical care, sexual assault forensic examinations (SAFE), and other types of support closer to home.
Cowichan District Hospital Celebrates 50 years
DUNCAN – Staff and volunteers are celebrating a golden anniversary at the Cowichan District Hospital (CDH.) The hospital on Gibbins Road opened its doors in September 1967.
Island Health opens overdose prevention site in Cowichan Valley
DUNCAN – As part of the Province’s response to the overdose emergency, Island Health will be implementing a temporary Overdose Prevention Services site in Duncan at 715 Canada Avenue. This is Island Health’s 9th overdose prevention site to open since December 2016.
North Island Hospital Campbell River & District Move #NIHMoveCR
This is the up-to-date, source of truth, for everything about the North Island Hospital Campbell River & District move. #NIHMoveCR
Island Health Magazine Fall 2017
This issue celebrates the opening of the North Island Hospital. We also feature articles on Island Health’s Pain Program, breastmilk donation, active transportation for kids and ideas for seniors to age in place.
Hepatitis A in Western Family brand pineapple chunks
Vancouver – The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is warning consumers that Hepatitis A virus has been detected in a sample of Western Family brand fresh pineapple chunks sold in ready-to-go cups.