Medical Staff News
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April 18, 2023
Nearly 600 lives lost to unregulated drugs in first three months of 2023
More than seven years after the declaration of a public-health emergency, the toxic, unregulated drug supply continues to claim the lives of British Columbians in record numbers, according to preliminary reporting released by the BC Coroners Service. At least 374 deaths believed to be caused by toxic drugs were reported to the BC Coroners Service in February (177) and March (197), which equates to an average of 6.4 lives lost per day.
April 14, 2023
Island Savings Recognizes MHSU Employee
Congratulations to Michelle Gerow, for receiving Island Savings MHSU Hero Award!
April 12, 2023
New opportunity for point-of-care staff to lead quality improvement
Point-of-care staff and patients are in the best position to identify opportunities to improve the quality of our health-care services. Staff and medical staff will soon have a new opportunity to help lead quality improvement at the regional level by participating in new committees with Island-wide impact.
