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Vernon art initiative offers perspectives on toxic drug crisis

August 22, 2025

Expressions from the Front Lines: A Journey through the Toxic Drug Crisis is a unique art exhibition featuring the work of Interior Health Peers.

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We are IH: Lillooet physician dedicated to health equity and allyship

August 21, 2025

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Community & Culture

From courtyard to connection: KGH welcomes a new healing mural

August 19, 2025

A new mural by artists Jorden and David Doody, and syilx artist Sheldon Louis in a courtyard in the McNair psychiatric unit supports wellness and recovery.

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We are IH: Complex Care Housing team lead values relationships

August 14, 2025

Stefanie Elliott is driven by a desire to walk alongside people on their journey, help them rediscover their strengths and remind them recovery is possible.

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We are IH: Project coordinator making an impact behind the scenes

August 7, 2025

For Sarah Kozin, making a difference isn’t about being in the spotlight, but knowing that her work helps improve care for patients, families and communities.

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Health & Wellness

How IH is addressing health care's impact on the environment

August 5, 2025

Every year, we document our progress in delivering environmentally sustainable resilient health care in B.C. Meet the people behind the projects and programs.

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Community & Culture

Foundation Spotlight Series: Shuswap Hospital Foundation

August 1, 2025

The Shuswap Hospital Foundation raises funds for equipment and upgrades at Shuswap Lake General Hospital and medical facilities in Salmon Arm.

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Community & Culture

We are IH: Making a difference on the front lines in Kamloops

July 31, 2025

Jessica Calder works as a medical office assistant and helps vulnerable people as a Peer Support Volunteer. She enjoys combatting stigma and helping others.

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Health & Wellness

IH Substance Use Day Treatment program supports wellness journey

July 28, 2025

Interior Health’s (IH) free community-based day program offers clients skills, tools and social connections to sustain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

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Community & Culture

We are IH: Clinical operations manager inspired by her community

July 24, 2025

Inspired by her community, and what quality of life can be, Marie began her career in health care to broaden her understanding of what well-being truly means.

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Health & Wellness

IH enhances suicide prevention with new ED guidelines, resources

July 18, 2025

A new set of tools, resources and training for emergency department staff that supports those at risk of suicide is expected to save lives.

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Summer food safety checklist: Enjoy every bite of summer safely

July 16, 2025

Summer BBQs are fun but keep in mind - warmer temperatures can turn your feast into a fast-track to food poisoning if you’re not careful. Learn how to avoid it!

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We are IH: Team lead inspired by collaboration, shared commitment

July 10, 2025

Recruitment Assistants team lead Courtney Ruddiman has a background in business management and joined Interior Health in 2020 as an administrative assistant.