News
February 27, 2025
Code Hack 2025
The Code Hack hackathon is returning to Royal Jubilee Hospital on March 7–9. There is no cost to participate and you don’t need to be a coder or work in healthcare to make a difference. If you’re passionate about improving healthcare, we need you! Come support the participants and volunteers at this annual event.
February 26, 2025
SMART Aims: Effective Goal Setting in Quality Improvement
S.M.A.R.T. Aims provide a clear, structured approach to goal-setting. S.M.A.R.T. stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, ensuring goals are actionable and trackable in quality improvement.
February 25, 2025
Updated Mental Health Act Module on LearningHub
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our updated Mental Health Act Module LMS # 11716 on LearningHub. This revamped module is packed with new and enhanced content designed to support learning and practice.
February 25, 2025
Cowichan Celebrates Dr. Bryan Bass
On February 22, 2025 at Cowichan District Hospital, as a symbol of respect and remembrance, staff wore pink, white and red hearts on their chests representing the warmth and compassion Dr. Bryan Bass shared with this entire community.
February 25, 2025
Invitation: Special Town Hall - March 6, 11-12
Join us for a special Town Hall to hear the organization-wide results of the Employee Engagement Survey.
February 20, 2025
Island Health Medical Staff Bulletin
In this February issue, you'll find information on Schedule change for IHealth activation of CPOE at Cowichan District Hospital, HAMAC Highlights, Transparency and Communications Steering Committee—Member Callout and more.
February 19, 2025
Celebrating Black Culture in Canada
As Black History Month continues, we are taking the opportunity to celebrate the significant contributions of Black Canadians to our country.
February 13, 2025
Time is neurons: how artificial intelligence is transforming stroke care
Since August 2023, Island Health has utilized AI-enhanced visualization software to expedite the assessment and treatment of acute stroke patients, enabling specialists to make critical decisions more swiftly. This technology rapidly processes diagnostic imaging scans and alerts the Victoria-based stroke neurology team, facilitating timely interventions and potentially improving patient outcomes.
February 12, 2025
NEW MHO for South Island
Welcoming Dr. Carol Fenton as new Medical Health Officer, South Island.
February 12, 2025
The February CRT Update Newsletter
The Community Resource Team's (CRT) February 2025 Update Newsletter features important updates, including revised viral respiratory illness prevention measures, a survey for CHS Nurses, Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists, and virtual diabetes education for clients, along with other key news for all Community Health Services staff.