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The Enhanced Youth Program is giving these Salmon Arm Secondary students real-world experience in a broad range of health-care roles.
… and nursing roles,” says Dave Ramsay, a career coordinator for Salmon Arm Secondary, and a project champion. “We were … to help them determine if it’s potential career option for them.” Dave approached Interior Health with the idea. He … to EYP, students are gaining practical skills, planning for high-demand careers, and are using their experiences for …
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With “no countdown to retirement,” Sherry-Lynn Picheniuk, patient care coordinator and RN, continues to be fuelled by the energy and trust of her colleagues.
… shifts in ambulatory care. When the offer came to train for hemodialysis, she jumped at the opportunity as it meant … and professional growth. And that’s where she stayed for the next 25 years, occasionally also covering for other nurses in the transplant clinic, Kidney Care …
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Learn more about the journey your water takes from the source to your taps?
… protect your health—by learning who is responsible for treating your water, and safely delivering it to your … home. In 2017, Interior Health launched Drinking water for everyone to make it easier for residents to find their … website to see what information on water they offer, or visit Drinking water for everyone .    …
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As a medical radiation technologist, Greg Kilroy’s goal is to help make patients’ hospital visits as enjoyable as possible.
… We Are IH: Trail x-ray technician helps care for patients … We Are IH: Trail x-ray technician helps care for patients …
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Jennifer was a healthy 43-year-old when she was diagnosed with heart failure (cardiomyopathy). Learn more about heart failure risks, diagnosis & management
… Approaching her condition with curiosity and determination  For the next six years, Jennifer admits she didn’t pay a lot … medications were keeping her stable and she was going for annual cardiologist appointments. Then in 2018, she … with curiosity and determination. “There was no reason for me to have a heart condition, and I thought, there must …
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Get information about the permits or approvals required to provide drinking water to consumers. Learn about actions to take against watershed threats.
… contamination. Information collected is essential for supporting source protection efforts and proper treatment … of Groundwater Sources Guidelines Parameter List for New Drinking Water Sources Water System Approval Process for Small Business Owners FAQ: Water System Approvals for …
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The District of 100 Mile House, situated on the traditional territory of the Secwepemc people, supports the mindset that road safety is everyone’s business.
… 100 Mile House identified the need for speed reduction bumps and warning signs on North Birch … In Spring 2022, 100 Mile House received a $20,000 grant for road safety improvements through the Vision Zero in Road … Vision Zero BC has a goal for zero serious injuries and deaths on B.C. roads. The …
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Kayleigh describes herself as honest, outgoing, adventurous, loving, compassionate, which contribute to her work as nursing unit clerk at Royal Inland Hospital.
… I’m proud of myself for the knowledge I’ve gained over my 10 years. I have seen … would be my goal. I really do hope there is more to come for myself and other unit clerks. We are very knowledgeable … and handy to have at IH. I want to do as much as I can for my company, my coworkers, and patients.” Kayleigh …
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Patients in Kamloops now have improved access to services as upgrades at the Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) are complete
… new PAR unit was named after the RIH Afternoon Auxiliary for its contribution. The PAR unit is on level four of the … and flow; increased capacity for patient care (from 16 to 26 recovery bays); two single-patient recovery rooms for … higher levels of infection control and specialized care; latest cardiac-monitoring technology; doubling of work and …
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Learn about the precautions you can take to prevent tick bites and illnesses, and how to remove a tick on yourself, a family member or pet.
… and underarms. If you find a tick, check very carefully for other ticks Check young children for ticks Put the clothes you wore in the dryer on a hot setting for at least 10 minutes to kill loose ticks Take a shower to … in the insect’s saliva. That’s why it’s important to check for ticks after being in areas where ticks are found. Wear …