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Learn about the importance of immunization & vaccines throughout your life, and how they save lives and stop diseases like COVID-19 from spreading.
… Getting your child vaccinated, and vaccinated on time, is one of the most important things you can do to make sure they’re protected from diseases like whooping cough, … in the Provincial Immunization Registry . … The need for vaccinations does not stop as you get older, as there are …
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Alison, a harm reduction coordinator with IH, explores how stigma kept her from seeking the help she needed. Read about her journey to wellness.
… The drug I used, alcohol , is a legal substance, so some of my experiences may be … is the negative beliefs you have about yourself, and they often reflect the negative beliefs society has. I felt … use and worried about the stigma of even reaching out for help . To me, International Overdose Awareness Day is an …
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Kim’s love of science, curiosity, and empathy for people are what drew her into nursing. Today, she’s a member of IH’s harm reduction team.
… Her love of science, curiosity and empathy for people are what drew her into nursing. She spent seven … to provide trauma-informed care and meet people where they are at, pushing through barriers of inequality and … she treasures time with her family. Looking back, Kim is quick to laugh at her younger, rebellious self, knowing …
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Like many expectant moms, Emily Canzian attended prenatal classes and did a lot of preparing for her son Luca’s birth.
… around me to be able to breastfeed. But I can imagine how for many people it's so easy in those moments to give up and … how if that was that difficult for me, how difficult it is for other people too.” … “Everybody needs a bit of help … helping moms and their babies with breastfeeding. They understand what you’re going through, can help with …
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Jo Harrison always knew she wanted to work in health care. Today, she helps improve lives through health technology, work that keeps her grounded and joyful.
… technologies that improve the health and well-being for people, their families and communities. “I do love … has brought me such joy. Many of my closest friends are also my work friends and I feel very fortunate to have … a surprise. I couldn't help thinking, Me? Really? Surely, they must have made a mistake!” she says. “But the responses …
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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.
… Immunization (or vaccination) is a safe and effective way to provide protection against … and all other age groups who meet the eligibility criteria for each vaccine. There is no cost for the vaccines delivered … program. There is a cost for these vaccines and they can be purchased through a private clinic or provider …
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Long-term care is the B.C. Ministry of Health’s term for what you may know as extended care, nursing home care or geriatric facility care.
… When you are no longer able to live at home with assistance,  your local Home and Community Care office  is available to assist you with options. We believe the best … is achieved by remaining in one’s own home environment for as long as possible. To this end, the Home and Community …
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Rose Wood Care Village is a long-term care home with 45 publicly funded beds
… Rose Wood Care Village is a long-term care home with 45 publicly funded beds that is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the … personalized care every step of the way. Opportunities for wellness, therapeutic physical and mental activities and …
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Before IH, Carnation Zhuwaki was a nurse in a rural Indigenous community. The disparities there motivated her to focus to advocacy so she can influence change.
… when I shifted my focus to advocacy and education, which is my current role as knowledge facilitator.” Adding her … remove barriers and create opportunities and a safe space for those whose rights and voices have been stifled, so that they feel safe to share their experiences and stories.” …
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Learn about the partnerships that strengthen our commitment to Indigenous health and wellness.
… … September November … The IHWS serves as a framework for IH’s 23,000 staff and 1,900 physicians to provide high … to all Indigenous peoples and families. The strategy is informed by and supports commitments to Indigenous … Read Indigenous Employee Experience Strategy … We are committed to working together with First Nation and Métis …