At the formal launch today of the @WestshoreRCMP Mobile Integrated Crisis Response Team. Pairing RN’s with officers to respond to mental health related issues in our community. Great results from them already! #rcmp #mentalhealth #islandhealth #colwood #viewroyal #metchosin

Conversation in Westcoast imaging. 🟪 how do I get a copy of my results online? 🟩 You can't? We don't use the same system as #IslandHealth. 🟪 But how does my #doctor get the results? And how can I get a copy? 🟩 We FAX your Doc and you can pay us for a copy of the results.

On today’s PHRME, hear strategies to attract #GenZ to the #PublicHealth workforce from @AIMimmunization's Jack McClure and learn about #SuicidePrevention successes in Puerto Rico from @desaludpr's Dr. Nayda Roman-Vasquez. ▶️discover.astho.org/4b6VGa1 #Workforce #IslandHealth

Forensic nurse examiners are available 24/7, 365 days a year at emergency departments, urgent care facilities & stand alone clinics across the #IslandHealth region for those who have experienced intentional violence. We are here for you. Learn more: ow.ly/CPyL50RnCSJ

⚡ #RR2H with Melanie Hartmann - learn about rural nursing on the Halligen. open.spotify.com/episode/3KBrDj… #RuralHealth #RuralHealthCareers #RuralCommunities #RuralEurope #Germany #IslandHealth #HealthEquity #UHC #RuralNursing

Population health and health equity are top health policy priorities for the U.S. territories and freely associated states. Learn more about legislative proposals to increase positive health outcomes in the Island Areas: discover.astho.org/3xBIYlj #IslandHealth #HealthEquity

"Facebook page dedicated to #EmergencyRoom wait time updates ... People need to be aware of wait times, I think they have the right to know how long they are expected to wait" #IslandHealth #BCpoli #CDNhealth #YYJ cheknews.ca/langford-paren…

Island Health outlines the numerous social determinants of health for people who use drugs. Read their article here: islandhealth.ca/news/stories/r… #islandhealth #harmreduction #overdoseawareness #drugsafety #healthcare

This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we recognize the 1,500 remarkable volunteers that selflessly offer their time and energy, providing invaluable support in countless ways that enrich the experience of all who enter #IslandHealth facilities. Volunteer today: islandhealth.ca/volunteer-reso…

Island Health reflects on 8 years of the Toxic Drug Crisis in BC, quoting Harm Reduction Team member Beth Haywood emphasizing the importance of care for people who use drugs. Read the Island Health article at the link in our bio. #islandhealth #toxicdrugcrisis #harmreduction

#AdvanceCarePlanning means your values and choices are known in a healthcare scenario when you may not be able to speak for yourself. All adults should have a plan. Start yours today: advancecareplanning.ca #IslandHealth #MyIslandHealth #IfNotYouWho #ACPDay2024 @AdvanceCarePlan

@adriandix @VanIslandHealth @VCHhealthcare @Providence_Hlth thank you @wecarryon2 for establishing the Hospital At Home program at #IslandHealth

BANMAN-- You can smoke meth and do crack; you can do whatever you want. You can run around with one of these and that’s okay …uriouslookatpoliticsinbc.blogspot.com/2024/04/banman… #bcpolitics #MentalHealth #Addictions @BruceBanman @Conservative_BC #NorthernHealth #IslandHealth #bchealth

#Victoria General Hospital nurs says illicit drug use by patients occurs daily, & #IslandHealth authority does little to enforce no-smoking rules, which is putting nurses & other staff at risk. “I can definitely tell you it happens daily" timescolonist.com/local-news/ill… #bchealth #bcpoli

ASTHO supports the work of U.S. territories and freely associated states to improve population and community health. To learn more, visit discover.astho.org/43N06Rg. #IslandHealth #PublicHealth #COFA

On today’s #PHRME, ASTHO alum Dr. Karen Smith, former director of @CAPublicHealth, discusses the impact of #ClimateChange on #PublicHealth. ASTHO’s @karl_ensign, VP of island support, shares #CapitolHill wins for #IslandHealth. #NPHW @NPHW ▶️discover.astho.org/3vENaA5

With MyHealth, you can access your #IslandHealth personal health records securely from any device, at any time. You can also keep your loved ones informed and involved by granting or requesting access to your account or a loved one's. Learn more: islandhealth.ca/myhealth

We hope everyone has a lovely and healthy Easter weekend. A doctor is available 24/7 throughout the weekend by calling your usual surgery number. St Sampsons surgery is also open from 8-12 on Saturday 30th March and Monday 1st April. #islandhealth #guernsey

@bchereandnow HERE'S ANOTHER ONE! After three hospital stays in hallways, he fears going back timescolonist.com/local-news/aft… #bchealth #IslandHealth #bchealthcare