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More trained workers will improve mental-health, addictions care in B.C.
People looking for skills training and job opportunities in mental-health and addictions care are now able to access free education and paid work experience in the sector.
RJH Staff & Medical Staff Invited to Take IHealth Post Go-Live Survey
Did you participate in the Go-Live of computerized provider order entry (CPOE) at Royal Jubilee Hospital, starting June 8? If so, please take two minutes to complete the IHealth RJH Post Go-Live Survey.
Minister’s statement on lives lost to poisoned drugs through June 2024
Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement regarding the BC Coroners Service report on illicit drug toxicity deaths through June 2024.
COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ends, Health Orders Rescinded & New Vaccine Registry
Reporting of immunity and immunization status will be required for the following: influenza, measles, hepatitis B, pertussis, rubella, mumps and varicella (or chickenpox), in addition to COVID-19. While the reporting requirement takes effect on July 26, we acknowledge it will take some time to update our processes to fully implement this decision.
Provincial health officer rescinds orders for COVID-19
Dr. Bonnie Henry, British Columbia’s provincial health officer (PHO), has issued the following statement: As British Columbia’s provincial health officer, I am issuing an order to end the public-health emergency for COVID-19 and rescinding all related orders.
MHSU Update June/July
June and July highlights include the introduction of a new assisted living model at Hillside Terrace, the availability of drop-in counseling services in Nanaimo, easily accessible mental health and substance use support through a dedicated phone line, the celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, and the Pip to Spruce initiative.
Heartfelt Thanks From CEO for CloudStrike Disruption Response
In light of the unforeseen impacts of last week's CloudStrike disruption and our outstanding response, Kathy MacNeil wishes to express her heartfelt appreciation for your dedication, professionalism, and resilience.
Dr. Nathan Hoag is the Recipient of Prestigious CUA Award of Excellence in Education
Island Health is pleased to congratulate Dr. Nathan Hoag as the recipient of the prestigious 2024 Canadian Urological Association (CUA) Award of Excellence in Education. Each year, this accolade is bestowed upon a practicing Canadian Urologist who has made extraordinary contributions to education within the field.
More access to health care coming for people in the Comox Valley
Everyone in the Comox Valley, including those in Cumberland, Courtenay, Comox and K’ómoks First Nation, who wants to be connected to a family doctor will soon have access to one, thanks to the recruitment of dozens of family doctors in partnership with the local primary-care network.
CODE GREY OVER: Global Windows IT Disruption
IMIT and Clinical teams are continuing to work throughout the weekend with all areas still impacted to address remaining system and device issues. They also have a focus on ensuring programs which will restart their regular weekly services on Monday morning have systems and devices ready to support care teams and patient services.