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Interior Health has begun to support the return of long-term care residents to Village at Smith Creek now that threat of wildfire has been reduced
… Interior Health has begun to support the return of long-term care … interior health, ih, wildfire, evacuations, mcdougall creek, long-term care, seniors, health care … Interior Health supporting evacuees returning to Village at Smith …
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Interior Health Board Chair reflects on the highlights and challenges of 2022.
… Interior Health Board Chair reflects on the highlights and challenges … ih, interior health, reflection, year in review … Interior Health Board Chair Dr. Doug Cochrane reflects on 2022 …
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Learn about the variety of amenities and services that are available at many hospitals in the Interior Region.
… room) does come at a daily charge but your extended health insurance may cover all or the majority of the cost. … As of Jan. 1, 2026, Interior Health (IH) no longer provides HealthHub bedside … is an important part of your day, recovery and overall health. Our hospitals are prepared to provide our in-patients …
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Dr. Christine Voss receives Scholar Award from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research
… Scholar Award from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research … health research, children and families, pediatrician, healthy … Research impacts health and wellness of children and families …
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Aug. 31 marks International Overdose Awareness Day. Read the stories of 2 women who are fighting to end overdose and stigma.
… Jenn is a peer volunteer with Interior Health. The 30-year-old from Kelowna came from a home marked … by family and friends, and lacking the mental health supports he needed, he had turned to drugs. Related … awareness memorial bench to be unveiled Aug. 31 “Mental health and addiction go hand in hand. When you’re hurting …
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Meet Interior Health’s Board of Directors. View meeting agendas and packages for upcoming meetings, and approved minutes for past meetings.
… Government of British Columbia, through the Ministry of Health, sets province-wide goals, standards and performance agreements for delivery of health care by health authorities in B.C., including Interior Health. Our … The Interior Health Board of Directors is made up of members from …
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Learn about the steps you can take to prepare for a power loss situation and manage power loss-related issues.
… Power loss can affect your health and safety in many ways. The following information … loss issues. For information related to your specific health situation, contact your local physician. … - Emergency plan download and power outage checklist  Your Health This Winter (HealthLink BC) - Preparation, emergency …
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On April 14, IH’s mental health and substance use teams & community partners will display black balloons in recognition of the toxic drug crisis anniversary.
… memorials if you’d like to make signs, etc. Vernon: Mental Health and Substance Use staff and people with lived/living … Williams Lake: Staff are invited to join the Mental Health & Substance Use team in the Cariboo Memorial Hospital … harm reduction measures and record investments in mental health and substance use services. We know the steps taken …
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After high school, Catherine Turcotte moved to the Okanagan. Wanting to be a nurse since childhood, she attended nursing school while staying in Penticton.
… in Penticton. Catherine pursued her dreams despite the health challenges that affected her mobility. She was … on.” Catherine enjoys enhancing her career with Interior Health’s educational opportunities, and is always open to … “I am very fortunate to be able to work on most units within the hospital so I can widen my skills in caring …
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The winter and holiday season can bring joy, but can also bring stresses and challenges. Explore these 10 tips for supporting for mental and physical health.
… enough sleep is also important for physical and mental health and part of a healthy lifestyle.   Get out in nature: … outdoors is associated with lots of mental and physical health benefits. Enjoy nature while getting a dose of … screen time and take a break from social media. Mental health experts advise establishing healthy limits. For …