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Resilience, tenacity, hard work, and courage are what drove Sheneile Black to turn her hardships into success.
… my life, making me the person I am today.”   Working for IH as a relational security officer is a new journey for Sheneile, where she has found an outlet to connect with … the Stories@IH email digest twice a week to your inbox Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage … Resilience, tenacity, …
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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 … Disease (BCCDC) eTick – Submit a tick for identification … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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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 … installed on their streets. … 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.
… and the cases that would come in.” … 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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Learn about foundations in the Interior Region that raise funds to support medical equipment, care needs and innovative local initiatives in their communities.
… all have a stronger health system.  We are also thankful for the many auxiliaries who work alongside foundations to … to do our part in making our community a better place for all. … The East Kootenay Foundation for Health is a non-profit society incorporated on July 19, …
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In celebration of International Women’s Day, we interviewed three IH leaders to learn how they found passion in their roles & how they're creating change.
… (IPN), Jackie Mattice helps to create safe spaces for Indigenous patients and their families visiting Cariboo … them with the right support or, at times, advocates for them when they are unable to voice their needs and … not realizing that we've gone above and beyond.” … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Sahra joined IH just two months after graduating from Okanagan College, and has served in many roles with IH that led her to where she is today.
… to moving hives in and out of orchards in the community for pollination in the spring. She says the experience instilled a passion for buying local and supporting local farmers and producers, … as an advisor  at IH? Explore career opportunities      … Visit our Stories@IH blog homepage Sign up to receive the …
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Franz, a registered nurse with Interior Health for over 25 years, loves being able to help patients in a multitude of health-care settings.
… of health-care settings “so I can make a difference for them and they feel cared for.” He especially enjoys meeting patients from his own … between an experienced professional and a student) for about 60 nursing students while working for IH, and is …
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Check out new by youth for youth posters about the risks of tobacco and vaping.
… the evaluation criteria. They each received an honorarium for their efforts. … Fourteen-year-old Salmo resident Ruby … their poster on the importance of ceremonial tobacco for Indigenous traditions and how it differs from every day … “Please don't start because it's hard to stop and bad for your health,” regarding commercial tobacco use and …
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Dwayne Schroeder has spent over 11 years with Interior Health. It’s the day-to-day interactions that really make him appreciate his career.
… Dwayne works for Three Links Manor, a long-term care facility in Kelowna. … what happened the night and day before. He’s responsible for getting 10 residents ready for the day. He then helps in the dining room, serving and …