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When April Wright isn’t caring for community members at the West Chilcotin Health Centre in Tatla Lake, she’s getting her hands dirty in her garden.
… took a job with RCMP Victim Services. She went on to work for a provincial non-profit organization and helped bridge … singing,” April explains. “I now use my singing skills for wee ones who come to our clinic and critical patients who … hall and ran it from there to provide access to care for the people battling the fires. The resilience of our team …
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IH’s Healthy Community Development team worked with student nurses to help local governments make breastfeeding more supported and welcomed in communities.
… designed to support breastfeeding and can be challenging for parents to navigate. Social attitudes can also make … not about creating special rooms: it's about making space for everyone in a community, including parents who are … really about equity and inclusion, and that matters for parents, babies and community well-being.” …
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Aftercare provides support to those in recovery during their most vulnerable times: the period in-between substance use treatment services or when going home.
… gives them a safe and supportive path that allows for successes and sobriety,” says Sharlene. “People come out … and want to continue on that path. Some are looking for work, others want to repair relationships with their … I was crushed.” She moved to Alberta and sought treatment for alcoholism there. Three years later, in mid-2023, Liv …
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Created out of a desire to provide practical content to new nurses, the New to Nursing podcast aims to empower graduates transitioning out of the classroom.
… as an RKC, Erin’s priority is to provide ongoing support for NG nurses within the Thompson Cariboo Shuswap region. She … helped the team to expand access to valuable information for NG nurses, offering them an additional microlearning … My goal for the podcast is to serve as a source of accessible, …
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Born and raised in Mexico, Alma has a deep love for Mexican culture, traditions and food. Bringing joy, connection and comfort to people motivates her everyday.
… Alma and her wife lived in the Lower Mainland for about a year but ultimately the small-town lifestyle … practical teaching perspectives, combined with my passion for working in health-care environments, gave me the … Now working as an activity coordinator for the Kootenay Boundary Adult Day Services Program, Alma …
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Connect with Jade Chaboyer-Kondra to learn more about what inspires her, meaningful experiences she’s had throughout her career, and her life outside of work.
… Provincial Health Authority. She was drawn to work for IH as she had done similar work in Saskatchewan. She … “What’s important to me is integrity and holding space for people. In the realm of Indigenous health and wellness, … trust and relationships based on goodwill toward and for others.” …
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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.
… use and worried about the stigma of even reaching out for help . To me, International Overdose Awareness Day is an … an opportunity to show compassion and understanding that, for many people, substance use is just a symptom, and … reach your local  Mental Health and Substance Use Centre  for support in your community. You can also explore these …
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A highly skilled registered nurse, Bettina was the missing piece needed to increase health-care services for residents in the hidden gem of Blue River.
… between IH and community leaders to increase services for residents in Blue River. “I wanted to do something where … love the fact that this is a different aspect of nursing for me.” Bettina lives just north of Kamloops and travels … over childcare duties while the couple are away, caring for their two young daughters Rhaidynn, 8, and Kade, 6. …
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In response to the In Plain Sight report, Interior Health (IH) has worked to address the recommendations with the support of dedicated staff members and communi
… treatment, and denial of care. It emphasized the need for cultural safety, accountability, and comprehensive reforms, including anti-racism training for health-care providers, better data collection, and the … communities in policy-making. The report also called for urgent action to dismantle these barriers and ensure …
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A dementia diagnosis can feel devastating, but you can still live well with dementia. Find out how dementia is diagnosed, and what happens next.
… A diagnosis for dementia and Alzheimer’s is made by a family doctor or a … can also be similar to symptoms of other conditions. “For example, someone who is having some memory issues may be … (PDF) (Alzheimer Society) Preparing for your doctor’s visit (PDF) (Alzheimer Society) …