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BC Virtual Visit: New Video Interpreting for Sign Language & Expanded Languages
Starting December 3, we are excited to announce access to video interpreting for American Sign Language (ASL) and an expanding list of spoken languages will be embedded directly within BC Virtual Visit – an addition to the audio-only interpreting service that has been available in BC Virtual Visit since June of this year.
Process updated to refer all pregnant clients to public health nursing services
Island Health’s Right From The Start program is making it easier for physicians to refer pregnant clients with Public Health Nursing services that complement primary care. Now, registration for physicians and clients is completely online, at islandhealth.ca/pregnancy, and the form is shorter, making it quicker for people to sign up.
Facilities Bargaining Association and Health Employers Association of BC Reach Tentative Agreement
The Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC) has reached a tentative agreement with members of the Facilities Bargaining Association (FBA)