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Do you pee your pants? If you have issues with bladder control, there are health-care providers who can help you. Learn about symptoms and treatments.
… ways to address the issue. Many treatments and therapies for these conditions do not involve medication or surgery, … sneezing, suddenly changing positions or while playing sports, you might have stress urinary incontinence. The … bladder … Also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH is more common as we age. Symptoms may include: Frequent …
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Get an overview of this service and learn how to access it. Find out what locations this service is offered at.
… A mammogram is an x-ray image of the breast, which can detect subtle differences in tissue density.   Mammograms are used to detect abnormalities in the breast tissue, and are used to screen for and diagnose breast cancer. The breast is flattened or …
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IH employs hundreds of community health workers. Find out how to care in your home, what health workers do and how you can launch your career in health care.
… . The advantage of calling Interior Health directly is you can refer yourself, or you can refer someone you’re … The goal is to help people live independently as long as they can. “I like to say, ‘I’m here to enable you, not … … Allowing a community health worker into your home for the first time may evoke different reactions and …
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Jess has served as the new graduate RN, RPN and LPN recruiter with Interior Health for two years. Jess offers insights into the recruitment process at IH.
… Jess Geen is originally from the small town of Trenton in the southwest … has discovered a vibrant community that serves as a hub for activities throughout the seasons. She and her family … for the field, reliability and eagerness to learn are crucial attributes sought in new grads. She emphasizes to …
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Access health information for children & youth on dental health, hearing health, immunization, mental health and substance use, nutrition and other topics.
… 134 … 230 … Access health information for children & youth on dental health, hearing health, … around the age of eight years. … Healthy snacking is important for the healthy development and growth of your … prevent costly injuries if your child is active in contact sports. A mouthguard made by your family dentist gives the …
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Access dementia resources for medical staff.
… end-of-life. The purpose of our Phased Dementia Pathway is to provide easy access to evidence-informed practice … of dementia care. … Provides direction and guidance for problem solving and decision making Creates clinical … (NINDS article) … Client and caregiver groups told us that they want to know what they could do to reduce their personal …
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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 needs and choices are helpful. Interior Health is committed to helping you and your family live well with advancing illness in your home community for as long as you wish. Most people prefer to remain in … professionals will regularly assess your care needs as they change. They will work together with you to manage pain …
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Learn how the risks of alcohol consumption can be managed in the Okanagan, B.C.’s premier grape growing region.
… Despite being legal and socially accepted, alcohol is a psychoactive substance that has serious health risks. … that recommended no more than 15 standard drinks per week for men, and no more than 10 standard drinks per week for women. … There are simple yet powerful ways to support people in better …
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Learn how we protect your privacy when you receive care or services from us and we collect or use your personal and confidential information.
… individuals will collect your personal information. This is any information that identifies who you are, including … personal information confidentially, only use and share it for authorized purposes, and securely store and protect it. … … provider reviews and finalizes before adding it to your official medical record. If your provider wishes to use AI …
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View a list of facilities where disease outbreaks have been declared.
… 77 … The outbreaks list is updated when new outbreaks are declared in a facility. Outbreaks are listed for the following types of infections and illnesses:  … Care) Entire Facility Respiratory Infection HMPV March 26, 2026 Vernon Heritage Square (Long-Term Care) Entire …