New patient resources focus on health below the waist

4 minutes

Leaking or dribbling pee, not being able to pee (or poo), discomfort and pain in your lower abdomen (tummy), or symptoms that interfere with sexual enjoyment: these and other health conditions “below your waist” can be difficult or embarrassing to talk about.

Pelvic health is foundational to your quality of life. Good bladder, bowel, reproductive and sexual health are key to living well. It’s important to share your concerns with your family physician—bud did you know there are there are other health-care providers you can turn to, and non-surgical treatment options? 

Women experience heart disease differently than men–here's how

9 minutes

For three weeks last summer, Sandie thought her chest pains were from heartburn. The 68-year-old retiree went so far as to see a specialist who said she had acid reflux.

As her symptoms worsened over the next couple of weeks, Sandie would simply sit down, ask for a glass of cold water, and let the sensations pass as the water washed the “acid reflux” away. “And it worked,” she says. “I didn’t think much of it.”

Temporary service interruption at Nicola Valley Hospital emergency department

1 minute

Merritt and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Nicola Valley Hospital.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Patients can access care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

All other inpatient services will continue as normal at Nicola Valley Hospital.