Angioplasty is a procedure where a balloon is used to open an artery that has become narrowed or blocked by deposits in the wall. The cardiologist inserts a catheter (tube) through either the groin or wrist up to the coronary (heart) arteries. A small metal stent is then permanently placed in the artery to help keep the artery open and relieve your symptoms.
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Andrea has gone from living in a tent city in Kelowna to full-time employment, owning a car and renting a place of her own thanks to the fentanyl patch program.
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Meet 2 IH volunteers who are making a difference in their communities. Teresa volunteers at RIH; Lee Reid of Nelson is active in the seniors' community.
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With her dedication to clinical excellence & inclusive care, Dr. Hilary Brotherhood isn't just a physician, but a trusted community member & thoughtful leader.
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Cold chain management ensures vaccines remain at the correct temperatures during storage, transport and handling. It's a vital system that keeps patients safe.
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This Earth Day, meet some of the IH staff and medical professionals behind our environmental sustainability successes in 2024.
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Learn about the precautions you can take to prevent tick bites and illnesses, and how to remove a tick on yourself, a family member or pet.
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