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Approachable, people-oriented, and a good communicator, Kailey Stuart, collaboration systems analyst, aims to make her colleagues’ lives a little easier.
… to roles where she can support those who help and care for others. “I started in IH in admitting, and I was … towards a solution. Whether it’s trying to figure out the best way to educate people on a new M365 technology, or … always a new challenge.   … “The most rewarding part for me is knowing that the work I do could make the lives of …
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Learn which items you should bring to the hospital and which ones you should leave at home.
… 80 … As you’re preparing for your hospital stay, make sure you pack the following … office letters you have received (if applicable). Items for your personal care: basic toiletries (e.g. toothbrush, … to a hospital pharmacist or learn more about making the best and safest use of your medications. Visit our Managing …
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The holidays season offers opportunities to drink alcohol, and it can be easy to overindulge. Get tips on how you can drink less - and live more.
… health impacts. Remember the effects of alcohol can last for many hours after you stop drinking. Related: Checklist for safer celebrating this season Less is best Drinking alcohol, even a small amount, is damaging …
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Learn about services for people with physical and functional health challenges who can no longer live alone at home but can make decisions on their own behalf.
… Canada’s Food Guide Weekly housekeeping Laundry services for sheets, blankets, towels and facecloths Social and … safely in assisted living Meet eligibility criteria for Home and Community Care services … According to the B.C. …   A framed photo or other memento to help make your new place feel like home right away! … Assisted living provides …
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Providing a safe, comfortable and reliable care environment depends on how well our facilities heat, cool and circulate air. 
… emission reduction goals, while minimizing costs for infrastructure replacement and energy utilities. Some of … sure our facilities stay safe, comfortable and resilient for decades to come.”  … “When planning new health-care … water systems planned once supporting infrastructure is in place, making the site future-ready for clean energy heating. …
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Read our interview with Lisa Pasin, Executive Director, Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) Health Foundation.
… a key role in improving local health care by ensuring the best medical equipment is available and upgraded as needed. … We understand that modern medical equipment is essential for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and ultimately, better patient outcomes for everyone in the region. The Foundation provides funding …
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While breastfeeding is natural, it’s not always easy and can take time, patience and support. There are many caring people who can help you on your journey.
… From The Start Pregnancy Connections , a free program for expectant parents. If you have questions or concerns … providers and public health nurses can also phone the line for consultation and advice. You can ask questions when you … Future of Our Nation: A Booklet for Indigenous Families (Best Start)  Related Stories@IH: How we can all recognize & …
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PQI was established to provide physicians with access to advanced training in quality improvement and equip them to drive meaningful system-wide improvement
… to complete training is 4-5 hours. Physicians are eligible for five hours of JCC sessional payment upon completion of PQI Level 1 Training.  To register for Level 1, please email PQI@interiorhealth.ca .  … PQI … of the IH PQI program continue to collaborate and share best practices through an active Alum program. PQI Alum’s …
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Since starting an addiction medicine program in Grand Forks in 2018 Dr. Mark Szynkaruk has seen powerful success stories of people breaking cycles of addiction.
… don’t show up between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, for example. IH: How does rural practice differ from urban … knows me. When I walk around town with my kids, or go for a bike ride, my patients say hi. There’s trust. IH: What … mean in practice? Dr. Mark: We know that people do best when there’s wraparound supports. But for those to work, …
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… travelling to client’s homes. The demographic cared for are generally medically fragile, cognitively complex, and … school diploma and your HCA certificate at the same time! For more info, follow these steps: E-mail  … to increase your seniority and bid on a position that fits best with your lifestyle. … Yes. The Community Bargaining …