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Strengthening Violence Prevention Programming Across Island Health
Island Health’s annual Outcome Goals and Infrastructure Requirements focus on violence prevention and workplace safety. To protect staff, medical staff, patients and volunteers from violence, we use a broad approach to violence prevention.
Nominations Open for the 2026 Planetary Health Awards
Now accepting nominations for the 2026 Planetary Health Awards!
International Overdose Awareness Day: Honouring Lives, Strengthening Community Care
August 31, 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), a global movement dedicated to honouring lives lost to overdose, supporting those affected, and challenging stigma. This year's theme, "25 Years. Still Needed.", recognizes the progress made while underscoring the ongoing need for awareness, prevention, and compassionate care.