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Explore Rural Continuing Medical Education opportunities for medical staff.
… needs. The program aims to improve the capacity of local health-care systems to address the needs of the community by … of accessing funds, and improving relationships among health system partners. The RCME Community Program includes generalists, specialists and allied health partners in CME activity to encourage …
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Learn about the process hospitals follow for sending patients home, and how patients are supported in making a home treatment and recovery plan.
… early in the day as possible. Some patients need further health care such as community nursing, care at another hospital or rehabilitation services; your health-care team will work with you to help plan your … Your health-care team will support your discharge needs. …
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Learn about convalescent care, a short-stay service that helps you regain strength and mobility after hospitalization so you can return back to your community.
… needs and progress. This team is made up of a variety of health-care professionals and may include physiotherapists, … List of current medications Provincial Health Number (PHN) Emergency contact information Washable … contact your Case Manager and/or your local Home Health and Community Care Office . …
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Meet the team that supports medical staff in contracts and compensation, credentialing and privileging, and medical leadership administration.
… staff contracts between IH, physicians, and Ministry of Health and Doctors of BC to maximize value of investment in … is the shared responsibility of many partners, including health authorities, government, regulatory colleges, … for medical staff seeking privileges within BC’s health authorities. The Interior Health Credentialing and …
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Learn about the final phase of an advancing life-limiting illness, and the changes, challenges and choices that people and families experience.
… can lead to a better death experience (a “good death”). Health-care professionals can participate with you and your … almost certainly not be conscious and will not be aware. Health professionals believe that hearing is our last sense … Interior Health recognizes that every person and their family have …
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Learn more about screening tests that can prevent cancer or help catch it in its earliest stages, so you have more options and a better chance of recovery.
… cancer. Screening services are offered throughout Interior Health at local hospitals and clinics.  … offered at  various clinic locations throughout Interior Health . In addition, BC Cancer offers a  mobile mammogram … which travels to rural and remote communities in Interior Health to improve and increase access to screening …
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Hantavirus is a rare but serious disease caused by inhaling hantaviruses in old rodent droppings or urine. Learn how to protect yourself while cleaning.
… on any advisories or guidelines issued by Interior Health or your local health authority. By taking these precautions this spring, … you can enjoy your clean space without putting your health at risk. Get detailed information on symptoms and …
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Paper People is a found poem written by Alison Ko, and is dedicated to all those who have lost their lives due to the preventable drug poisoning crisis.
… Record Name Date of Birth Number of Contacts with Interior Health Pain Referrals Income Data matters The family wants to … creative and digital agency that focuses on health and wellness, harm reduction and social justice. We … hear. I’ve worked on a number of projects that deal with health issues, mental health and drug use. This topic is very …
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Learn when you should visit the emergency department, and what the process is after you arrive.
… department. You can also call 9-1-1 . If you have a health concern that you feel requires same-day care, but  do … Use your emergency department wisely poster . For trusted health advice, call 8-1-1 . Healthlink BC is available 24/7 … page: Emergency & crisis contact information Mental health and substance use contact information Seniors contact …
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This holiday season, let's keep the roads safe for everyone. Give yourself and others the gift of peace of mind and don’t drive high. Here's why.
… Information Canada’s Lower-Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines (Health Canada) Clearing the Smoke on Cannabis and Driving … know you’re not alone, and help is available. Talk to a health-care professional today or call 310-MHSU (6478) to reach your local Mental Health and Substance Use Centre for support in your …