During the winter months, walking is a great activity to keep you moving! Walking can help reduce your risk of falling by improving your strength, balance, and posture.

1 - Plan ahead. Tell someone where you are going and when you will be back. Take along a cell phone in case you run into difficulty.Choose a route that hasclear pathways and good lighting. Know where the washrooms are located if you know you will need a pit stop.

We Are IH is a new recognition campaign to spotlight our people in a real way – through pictures and stories that allow their authenticity to shine through! Every week Interior Health employees or medical staff will be featured through our News@IH website and our weekly In the Loop Roundup email newsletter. 

You can feel the passion and positivity radiate from Tannis when she is around. Her kind demeanour, caring heart, passion for helping others and her growth mindset play a crucial role in her successful career.

Occupational therapist Robbie King knows about new beginnings. Sixteen years ago, Robbie made the decision to cross the country from Toronto.

A native of Prince Edward Island, he was drawn west for the B.C. lifestyle. In Kamloops he became part of the care team at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH).

We Are IH is a new recognition campaign to spotlight our people in a real way – through pictures and stories that allow their authenticity to shine through! Every week Interior Health employees or medical staff will be featured through our News@IH website and our weekly In the Loop Roundup email newsletter. 

When I first began working as a technologist in breast cancer screening mammography, I was stunned to learn that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. I was also surprised to discover how many women don't know the benefits of mammograms, or avoid them because they believe the procedure is painful.

I really enjoy educating women on the importance of screening, whether they are family and friends, or women who come in for a mammogram. 

This year, more than ever before, our health care system is relying on the work of our Respiratory Therapists. The pandemic has brought a lot of uncertainty and challenging times, especially to our frontline workers who continue to navigate the COVID-19 crisis around the clock. Join us in celebrating National Respiratory Therapy Week from October 25th to October 31st, where we have the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate our hard-working Respiratory Therapists across our organization.