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Every 30 minutes, one older adult in B.C. is hospitalized for fall-related injuries. But falls aren't an inevitable part of aging, & many falls are preventable.
… osteofit, strengthening and other programs specifically for seniors. IMPROVE your health Check medications:  Check in … up your social activities. Social connections are good for our mental health, keep us active and alert, and provide … to prevent falls and fall-related injuries. Learn more . … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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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 … always a new challenge.   … “The most rewarding part for me is knowing that the work I do could make the lives of … digital health at IH? Explore career opportunities       … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Robert Gignac works hard to make Parkview Place in Enderby a site that residents are proud to call home and where staff are proud to serve at.
… as a screener, such as: Handling all the laundry ordering for the site Coordinating the delivery of meals, coffee and … the lab and picking up mail and parcels Organizing events for staff like Christmas and retirement parties Snow removal … long-term care at IH? Explore career opportunities     … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage   Sign up to receive the …
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Ten years ago, Christine Aiken was diagnosed with vascular dementia. Today, she's a strong voice, advocate and role model for those living with the disease.
… Until then, she had worked in dementia care in Vernon for Interior Health for 20 years—an irony that isn’t lost on … going home to an empty house to try to digest my doctor's news that I had only three to eight years to live, and I had … Caring for a loved one with dementia – and for yourself … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Examples of tropical diseases include Malaria, Dengue fever, animal bites, parasitic infections, Salmonella infection, travelers’ diarrhea, and rashes.
… such entities as Malaria, Dengue fever, or Typhoid fever. For all other concerns or diseases, a referral is required by … and have gained extensive education in this field. Visit Clinic Location Page … CDC (USA): Travel Health Advice Disease Outbreak News (WHO) ProMED Mail Influenza information (WHO) European …
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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 … in the way you feel . Whatever your reason, the good news is there are great short and long-term benefits to … 1-800-588-8717 Métis Crisis Line  -  1-833-638-4722   … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Souper Meals brings students together once a week over locally made soup, fresh fruit, veggies and buns, all free of charge.
… School meal programs can be a great opportunity for kids to learn to enjoy new foods and expand their palate. … behaviours.” … Serena Caner, the School Food Coordinator for School District 83 and Souper Meals champion, observes … and Leah Perrier. Read more articles from this series … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Sarah has dedicated most of her nursing career to serving families within the area, building relationships rooted in trust, humility, and deep respect.
… education, and creating safer, more equitable spaces for both patients and staff. The career journey I've pursued …   Today, she serves in Clinical Operations as the manager for Obstetrics and the Thompson Region Family Obstetrics … career at IH?  Explore career opportunities          … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Learn how to stay up-to-date on the safety of drinking water in the Interior Region, and what process to follow if you have concerns about your drinking water.
… by: Viewing the drinking water sample results we track for small to medium-sized community water systems and for selected beaches Finding out if your drinking water … water sources should be disinfected. For more information, visit Disinfecting Drinking Water . Learn more about …
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Inspired by her patients and colleagues and driven by a desire to make a difference in people’s lives, Kaitlyn finds daily meaning in her work in pharmacy.
… the ones that didn't have an outcome I was hoping for, helped me grow, build resilience, and strengthen my … required mean that no two days are the same for her, which fuels her motivation and passion for the role. … a pharmacy career  at IH? Explore career opportunities … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …