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Administrative support service team lead Wendy Glover has a passion for helping and supporting others on her team.
… to anticipate what the next steps are.” She is grateful for the opportunity she’s had to get to know and work with … to make things with her hands, mainly crocheting blankets for her family and friends, though she has yet to make one … daughter recently moved to Inuvik, and she can’t wait to visit her there. Looking to the future, Wendy and her husband …
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Body image is how a person perceives and feels about their appearance. It’s important to embrace our differences to see how uniqueness enhances life experience.
… have, and teach others, about body positivity is important for communities, parents, guardians, and educators alike. T … To learn more about Interior Health’s recommendations for nutrition, visit our n utrition and food security page. …
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Dr. Charuka Maheswaran and Glory Apantaku are changing conversations around climate, water and health while helping IH address climate change & sustainability.
… much as I thought it ought to be. I wrote a drought report for Interior Health in October 2024. A few months later, I … heartened to see in the January 16, 2025 mandate letter for the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship … water is a really precious resource, and it is not taken for granted. Having worked and lived in countries where water …
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Learn about the Health Career Access Program, a paid work and training initiative for individuals seeking an entry point to employment in health.
… Program (HCAP) is a paid work and training initiative for individuals seeking an entry point to employment in … education. Through HCAP, the province will pay for your post-secondary education while helping to place you … to sign a 12 month Return of Service Agreement in exchange for this funding. …
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Falls are not an inevitable part of aging. Many falls are preventable. Exercises that promote strength and balance are one of the ways we can prevent falling.
…  recommends that all adults do strength activities for all major muscle groups at least twice a week. The … safer Most falls happen in the home. "If you’re caring for an older parent, you can create a safe space where they … with these helpful free resources. STrength and Balance for Life (STABL) – A set of activity resources and videos …
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With the support of her mentors and coworkers, Niomi Wright found her true health-care calling as a care aide at Mountain View Lodge in Lillooet.
… health-care professional. “They showed me what my standard for patient care should be,” she says. “I thank them for helping me be the worker I am today.” Most days, Niomi … Niomi helps residents with tasks like getting ready for supper, bathing and getting ready for bed. She also …
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Health Sciences Academy is a unique program that gives students an up-close look at health-care careers and an opportunity to learn from professionals.
… says Sarah Lauman, coordinator, External Partnerships for the Career Exploration team. “This program would not be … who happily step up to host students and we’re so grateful for them for sharing their passion and experience with the next … care in the Kamloops community. “This is a great program for sharing real health-care experiences with students …
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Renowned Métis artist Johnny Mukwa’s donation of two art pieces to Kootenay Lake Hospital comes from a deeply personal place.
… and Métis ancestry. Before discovering his passion for Woodland-style painting, he explored other artistic … father was diagnosed with cancer in 2024, created a mural  for the BC Cancer Clinic . He and artists  Jorden and David … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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This initiative is dedicated to enhancing health and wellness outcomes for Métis people through collaboration and cultural integration.
… staff, Métis community members, MNBC leadership and staff, for knowledge sharing, cultural activities, and meaningful … The event has sparked interest across IH departments for more Métis-specific learning opportunities. … to providing culturally safe and equitable health care for Métis people and communities in the region. The …
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For those contemplating a shift into health care, both Emily and Christa offer heartfelt advice.
… “[Our client] is forever grateful for his respiratory therapists as they worked hard to give … how keen Emily was to learn and see what we're responsible for in critical care areas. Her excitement about the … new opportunity.” Emily echoes this sentiment, advocating for openness and friendliness in interactions. She attributes …