Foundation spotlight series: Cariboo Memorial Hospital Foundation

4 minutes

Foundations in the Interior region raise funds that support medical equipment, care needs, and innovative local initiatives in their communities. Each organization includes respected community leaders, volunteers and staff who are passionate about meeting the needs of patients and families in Interior Health. Thanks to the generosity of their supporters, we all have a stronger health system. 

Temporary service interruption at South Okanagan General Hospital emergency department

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Oliver and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at South Okanagan General Hospital due to limited physician availability.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m. on Saturday, July 13. Patients can access care at Penticton Regional Hospital during this time.

All other inpatient services will continue as normal at South Okanagan General Hospital.

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 due to limited physician availability.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 11 to 8 a.m. on Friday, July 12, 2024. Patients can access care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

How to prepare for a natural disaster and an evacuation

5 minutes

When a natural disaster such as a wildfire or flood strikes, people are often forced to stay in their homes or evacuate immediately.

“Everyone should make an emergency plan for their households—that includes an evacuation plan for themselves, their family members and their pets—and practice that plan,” says Anne Morgenstern, director, Emergency Response with Interior Health. “Many people feel that they will be able to throw a plan together in the moment or rely on family or other supports.