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Dr. Nancy Humber is a familiar presence in the Northern St'at'imc communities. Nancy’s career journey has been rooted in a commitment to reconciliation.
… there were only two regular physicians in Lillooet.” … For Nancy, reconciliation is acknowledging her role in … racism that negatively impacts the quality of life for Indigenous Peoples.  “Within my sphere of influence, I am … career at IH? Explore career opportunities        … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Online health misinformation is everywhere. But with a few skills, and by slowing down to consider the facts, you can learn how to spot health misinformation.
… not necessarily! It can be more complicated than that. For example, sometimes we see people making claims based on … the Stories@IH email digest twice a week to your inbox Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage … Online health … disinformation;disinformation;fake news;conspiracy …
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Jenn is a member of IH's Peer Advisory Group & helps inform substance use programs & policies. By sharing her story she hopes to inspire others.
… by carfentanyl-laced pills in 2019. She was in a coma for 12 days, had organ failure, and lost most of her hearing. … the person who’s homeless on the DTES feeling sorry for other people. I had to get away from Vancouver,” she … and discuss solutions for change. Learn more .  … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Aditi is a student & member of IH’s YOUTHWISE, had a chance to chat with Dr. Silvina Mema, IH’s deputy chief medical health officer about smoking and vaping.
… makes quitting using commercial tobacco products difficult for many people. The same holds true for nicotine-containing vape products.  Although vaping has … Tobacco – Indigenous Quit Smoking and Vaping Support  … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage   Sign up to receive the …
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Learn how you can receive help if you're struggling with alcohol use.
… not sure whether your drinking is putting you at risk for health and social harms down the road, the Canadian Centre for Substance Use published Knowing Your Limits with Alcohol … or services that meet your needs. Call 310-MHSU (6478) or visit your local Mental Health and Substance Use centre …
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Meet Allison Young, CEO of KGH Foundation. Learn why she joined the foundation, her favourite fundraising campaigns and the words she lives by.
… to KGH, I was with Okanagan College, where I raised funds for trades programs—a vastly different cause, but one that … and rewarding experience that allows me to channel my love for relationship-building, team leadership and organizational … the Stories@IH email digest twice a week to your inbox Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage … Meet Allison Young, CEO …
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Interview with Wilfred Barnes, a syilx/ Indigenous Elder & syilx knowledge / nsyilxcn language educator and consultant, about the work and experiences with IH
… I do a lot for my community as well as the Nation. I belong to the critical response team for the Nation that started about 16 or 17 years ago in … the Stories@IH email digest twice a week to your inbox Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage … *This article was …
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Naomi Jensen, Executive Director, Quality & Patient Safety, leads with purpose to drive safer, more inclusive care and inspire teams to create lasting change.
… is to keep improving the health system so it works better for everyone. Naomi finds meaning in helping leaders and … health system safer, more equitable and more supportive for patients, families and staff. … Naomi’s career path has … career at IH ? Explore career opportunities      … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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In the 5 years since the In Plain Sight report was released, we’ve made strides towards being a culturally safe organization—but there’s more work to do.
… in some instances. The report emphasized the imperative for cultural safety, accountability and comprehensive system reforms, including anti-racism training for health-care providers, better data collection, and the … issues arise, there is a foundation to address them. … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Access health information for school children on topics such as dental health, physical activity, injury prevention and vision.
… school-aged children can contact their local health unit for i nformation about their child's health. On this page, … life for the individual, their family and the community. Visit the Hearing Health section of our Children & Youth page … behaviours, and skills that support lifelong well-being.  Visit our Nutrition & Food Security page for more …