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October 2, 2024

Indigenous Self Identification (ISI) Program Expansion

Island Health will be launching the Indigenous Self-Identification (ISI) program this fall at Cormorant Island Community Health Centre, Port McNeill Hospital, Port Hardy Hospital, Campbell River Hospital, Comox Valley Hospital and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.

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October 2, 2024

Medical Health Officers issue pertussis vaccination reminder and treatment guidelines

In preparation for an expected increase in pertussis cases this fall, Island Health’s Medical Health Officers have issued a newsletter about the importance of vaccination for this preventable disease, as well as testing and treatment guidelines if patients present with symptoms.

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October 1, 2024

Choosing Wisely Together for Planetary Health

In lieu of our annual virtual symposium, the Choosing Wisely Oversight Committee partnered with Environmental Sustainability to participate in Island Health’s first-ever Climate Change & Planetary Health Conference! Learn more and join our challenge to Choose Wisely for Planetary Health.

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