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Meet your recruiter: Maria Lopez MacDonald, recruiter

HR has always come naturally to Maria, and she enjoys helping people achieve their career goals. Read her advice for job applicants.

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We Are IH: Doctor fights infectious diseases and inequality

Dr. Dwight Ferris works to support and enable the patient voice throughout the health-care system and advance equity, diversity and inclusion.

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How to speak with kids about evacuations during wildfire season

These communication tips can help relieve the fears and worries of your children and young loved ones ahead of and during an evacuation.

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IH using innovative approaches to address climate challenges

Climate change is arguably our most urgent public health issue. Here's how we're finding new & innovative ways to create a more sustainable health-care system.

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We Are IH: MHSU team lead inspired by strength she sees in others

Seija discovered her passion for mental health & substance use work after she was posted to an inpatient psychiatric unit. She’s now a team lead at Kelowna MHSU

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Health & Wellness
How to protect yourself from poor air quality & wildfire smoke
Know the ways you can protect yourself from wildfire smoke, and learn how to recognize the health symptoms you might experience from poor air quality.
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Community & Culture
Foundation spotlight series: Cariboo Memorial Hospital Foundation
The CMH Foundation helps people living in the Cariboo-Chilcoltin community have as many of their health-care needs taken care of as possible.
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We Are IH: Care aide helps residents experience independence
Manilyn Dantes is a Health-Care Assistant who was born in the Philippines. She’s been working and living in the Central Okanagan for more than 10 years.
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Health & Wellness
How to prepare for a natural disaster and an evacuation
Seniors may need extra assistance when a natural disaster hits. Learn how to build an emergency plan, have the right items on hand and build a support network.
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How to stay safe in the water
Keep you and your loved ones safe with these tips to prevent drowning when enjoying water activities.
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We Are IH: MHSU clinician humbled by client transformations
With a deep passion for community work, Colette Mayne says witnessing her clients take steps to live healthier lives is the most rewarding part of her role.

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Health & Wellness
How older adults and seniors can prepare for extreme heat events
As we age, we become more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Find out what you can do to prepare for extreme heat, & help your family, friends & neighbours.
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Meet your recruiter: Somi Benning, executive recruiter
Somi recruits executives who are collaborative & passionate about driving meaningful community engagement. Learn more about her approach & her fulfilling role
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We Are IH: Nurse now recruits others to enhance patient care
Donna Jeri-Leon is a registered nurse and a clinical recruitment specialist that works to attract top-notch staff to join teams at Interior Health.
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Health & Wellness
How First Nation communities are addressing climate change
Using cultural and intergenerational knowledge and values, First Nation communities are responding to climate change while strengthening governance and rights.

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