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Ebola and Island Health’s Response
On May 17, 2026, the World Health Organization declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern due to an Ebola outbreak (Bundibugyo virus) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda. The risk to the general population in Canada remains low.
Community Medical Director, Port Alberni & West Coast (CMD-PAWC-1)
The Community Medical Director Port Alberni & West Coast is responsible for medical staff governance and clinical quality, consistent with Island Health’s Medical Staff By-laws and Rules, Primary Care policies, and quality structures.
Friday June 5 is Crazysocks4docs Day 2026
This year’s Crazysocks4docs Day is getting closer! Our aim is to continue to raise awareness and promote tangible action about mental health in healthcare workers, but also to focus on removing the stigma associated with it.