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Canadian Cancer Society lodge eases patient’s treatment journey
April 30, 2025

Doug Berry says he is thankful for the travel support through Cancer Travel and Accommodation Services (CTAAS) program.

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How the fentanyl patch transformed Andrea’s life
April 29, 2025

Andrea has gone from living in a tent city in Kelowna to full-time employment, owning a car and renting a place of her own thanks to the fentanyl patch program.

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IH volunteers help strengthen our communities
April 28, 2025

Meet 2 IH volunteers who are making a difference in their communities. Teresa volunteers at RIH; Lee Reid of Nelson is active in the seniors' community.

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We are IH: Providing compassionate urologic care in the Kootenays
April 24, 2025

With her dedication to clinical excellence & inclusive care, Dr. Hilary Brotherhood isn't just a physician, but a trusted community member & thoughtful leader.

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The cold chain: How vaccines go from the manufacturer to your arm
April 23, 2025

Cold chain management ensures vaccines remain at the correct temperatures during storage, transport and handling. It's a vital system that keeps patients safe.

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Celebrating IH staff who are helping make health-care sustainable
April 22, 2025
This Earth Day, meet some of the IH staff and medical professionals behind our environmental sustainability successes in 2024.
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How to prevent tick bites and tick-borne diseases
April 17, 2025
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.
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Let’s talk about Advance Care Planning: Your Voice, Your Choice
April 16, 2025
Interior Health’s Advance Care Planning: Your Voice, Your Choice video series teaches about the purpose and importance of advance care planning (ACP).
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A Peer reflects on the ninth anniversary of the toxic drug emergency
April 14, 2025
Derrick has lost more than 80 family members & friends to the toxic drug and opioid crisis. He reflects on grief & loss, and issues a plea for compassion.
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We are IH: Admin assistant aims to create positive impact
April 10, 2025
Devon has been working in various positions at Interior Health since 2017, and as an administrative assistant to the director of Health System Planning(HSP).
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SAFE provides compassionate care for sexual assault patients
April 9, 2025
All 29 of IH's emergency depts. offer Sexual Assault Forensic Examination services. Confidential and compassionate, SAFE starts with We believe you.

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Five individuals stand and sit at a bus stop; one person is napping, covered in a blanket. A cart with a blue bag is beside them. A sign boasting "abc" and another sign with bus information are present in the background.
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Peer Volunteers bring hope, support to streets of Williams Lake
February 5, 2025
A small team of volunteers with lived experiences in Williams Lake is helping give those struggling on the streets a 'bridge to a better life.'
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Advocate finds hope and purpose in living with dementia
February 4, 2025
Ten years ago, Christine Aiken was diagnosed with vascular dementia. Today, she's a strong voice, advocate and role model for those living with the disease.
Person standing next to a science fair poster titled "NICU Nurse vs Neonatologist," detailing career paths and roles, in a room with people in the background.
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Academy ignites high school students’ passion for health careers
February 3, 2025
The Health Sciences Academy gives gr. 11 & 12 students real-world experience in health care roles. The first graduating class recently celebrated in Kamloops.
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We Are IH: Patient care coordinator not waiting for retirement
January 30, 2025
With “no countdown to retirement,” Sherry-Lynn Picheniuk, patient care coordinator and RN, continues to be fuelled by the energy and trust of her colleagues.

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