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We are IH: Unit clerk loves being part of her remote community
October 30, 2025

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.

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5 tips to fall into healthy habits this season
October 27, 2025

Learn how to protect yourself from respiratory illnesses like the flu (influenza), COVID-19 and RSV.

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Fire Fridays at Senpaq’cin School
October 24, 2025

Every Friday at Senpaq’cin School in Oliver, students from k-7 take part in Fire Fridays, a land-based program that connects syilx language, culture and food.

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We are IH: Care coordinator started career in health care at 17
October 23, 2025

Olivia Duncan is long-term care coordinator who started her health care journey as a teenager. She fell in love with the energy of the hospital & nursing staff.

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Health Sciences Academy welcomes second cohort of students
October 21, 2025

A partnership between School District 73, Thompson Rivers University and IH, HSA offers high school students an opportunity to explore careers in health care.

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Beyond the Buzz 2.0 contest seeks youth views on tobacco, cannabis, vaping & alcohol
October 17, 2025
The Interior Health (IH) Legal Substances Team and the YOUTHWISE Advisory Group are excited to launch IH’s annual youth poster contest
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We are IH: LPN thrives on compassionate care
October 16, 2025
Emily Davidson is continually reminded of her why and inspired by the resilience of patients, their families and her colleagues.
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How housing and health are connected
October 15, 2025
Housing is a right. IH’s Health & Housing Program Plan aims to improve health-care access for people experiencing housing insecurity and those living outdoors.
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We are IH: Recruitment advisor finds purpose in growing careers
October 9, 2025
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.
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Stop guessing – Drug checking saves lives
October 6, 2025
Interior Health has non-judgmental drug checking services throughout the Interior region. Samples as small as a grain of rice can be tested.
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Foundation spotlight series: Lillooet District Hospital Foundation
October 3, 2025
Lillooet Hospital holds a special place in Jessica McLellan's heart. A 3rd-generation resident of Lillooet, she has served as LDHF's chair since 2018.

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We are IH: Labour relations specialist strengthens relationships
October 2, 2025
Righting wrongs gives Sharon a sense of purpose at work. There is no typical day in labour relations which makes the job exciting and a great fit for her.
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Health & Wellness
Six ways to plan for age-related health decisions
October 1, 2025
Many of us embrace our 50s and 60s as an opportunity for adventure. Even if you’re feeling healthy now, it’s a good idea to plan your future health decisions.
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A new mom’s journey through the first days of breastfeeding
September 29, 2025
Like many expectant moms, Emily Canzian attended prenatal classes and did a lot of preparing for her son Luca’s birth.
Four Indigenous women wearing orange shirts and two wearing ribbon skirts hold drums and sing on a deck overlooking a lake.
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Why we wear orange on National Truth and Reconciliation Day
September 26, 2025
Sept. 30 marks Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Our Indigenous staff & colleagues got together to share why they wear orange.

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