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In her health-care career, Shawna Glassel has enjoyed playing a “supporting role” that offers options to a “leading character” to take their next steps in life.
… “This would be the person who offers options and resources for that leading character to take their next steps in life. … and gratitude that they are willing to share. For someone to speak about their needs for inclusion, belonging and accessibility often means that …
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Vision Zero grants help communities make roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists, scooters and skateboarders. The deadline to apply is Nov. 29.
… of improvements have included: Rapid flashing beacons for pedestrian safety Speed humps to reduce vehicle speed … team . Road safety is among the three priorities for injury prevention in B.C. This map depicts recipients of … transportation by the year 2030. By making roadways safer for active transportation users, roads also become safer for …
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Resilience, tenacity, hard work, and courage are what drove Sheneile Black to turn her hardships into success.
… my life, making me the person I am today.”   Working for IH as a relational security officer is a new journey for Sheneile, where she has found an outlet to connect with … Trendsetta Kouture, which sells unique fashion clothing for men and women. Additionally, her favorite hobby outside …
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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.
… and underarms. If you find a tick, check very carefully for other ticks Check young children for ticks Put the clothes you wore in the dryer on a hot setting for at least 10 minutes to kill loose ticks Take a shower to …
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Learn about palliative care, which supports the clinical, emotional and spiritual needs of individuals/families coping with a life-limiting illness.
… person and family, assists with making plans and decisions for the journey ahead, and optimizes quality of life. Sharing … Care - Patient Handout … A palliative approach to care is best started early when a person is living with a … Care Association Canadian Virtual Hospice Canuck Place Children's Hospice Hospice Societies within Interior …
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Learn about our cooperative approach to regulatory compliance. We’re focused on assisting operators, owners and licensees in meeting public health requirements.
… meet them. Protect your information: We will only ask you for the information we need to do our job. We will protect … health laws and ethics: We are required to act in the best interest of the public and to use a step-by-step … are the impacts to health and safety? Is there anything in place to minimize these impacts or reduce the chance of …
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Find information for health professionals on mental health and substance use services – trustworthy sources for you and your patients.
… … Mental illness can be treated. If you are caring for someone who is struggling with mental health concerns, … Mental Health (CYMH) Services might be able to provide the best support. Call 310-MHSU (6478) to reach your local Mental … Services provide a safe transition space and stable place when vital support following withdrawal management is …
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Learn about the various care options that support you to live well and manage your symptoms in advancing illness, and as you near the end of life.
… health care settings. Early discussions to explore the best setting to support your changing health care needs and … live well with advancing illness in your home community for as long as you wish. Most people prefer to remain in … bed during the last days or weeks of your life as a chosen place to die. These types of beds are located in free …
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Learn how to schedule immunizations in the Interior Health region depending on the type you're looking for an age category you fall under.
… by the measles virus. Getting the measles vaccine is the best way to prevent getting and spreading measles. Two doses … vaccine is almost 100 per cent effective and lasts for a lifetime.  Learn More … The HPV vaccine is offered free … your child’s immunization record in a safe place. They may need it later for school or travel to other …
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Dr. Dwight Ferris works to support and enable the patient voice throughout the health-care system and advance equity, diversity and inclusion.
… with COVID-19. A patient with a hepatitis C infection, for example, can now be treated and cured with a short course … background that has instilled a sense of compassion in him for the individual patient and communities inflicted with the … the environmental stewardship that is essential for all our future well-being and health. … If anything, as a …