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BCCDC COVID-19 Long Term Care, Assisted Living & Independent Living Report
A weekly update for Long-Term Care, Assisted Living & Independent Living Facilities.
CDH Medical staff invited to complete IHealth survey on readiness for change
IHealth is preparing for the full activation of electronic clinical documentation at Cowichan District Hospital on September 26, 2022. As part of their readiness assessment processes, they would ask CDH medical staff to complete this 90-day pre go-live survey which will help inform the activities and steps they take prior to go-live. Another survey will be circulated the week of August 22, 2022 as a final check-in.
Geographic distribution of COVID-19 by local health area of case residence
Epi-Week 23 Cases June 5 to 11, 2022.
COVID-19 Situation Report
This BCCDC report provides weekly data and refers to pandemic phases defined by population-level changes.
Updated: COVID-19 Posters
Updated BCCDC posters include: Masking for all staff and visitors, Do not enter if you are sick, Outbreak in this facility and Respect personal space.
Supply Chain Update - Managing Product Shortages
Global supply chain issues continue to cause unprecedented disruptions within health care. It is expected that challenges accessing health care supplies will continue for the foreseeable future.
Looking for information about Statutory (STAT) Holidays?
o you have questions about how Statutory Holidays are scheduled and/or paid? We encourage all Employees and Leaders to read the STAT FAQ!
Walking Our Pride: Team Conversation
Last week staff were encouraged to expand their knowledge of 2SLGBTQ+ communities by walking the 2LGBTQ+ Learning Pathway. This week Island Health invites you to have a conversation with your team and explore more questions.
Elizabeth Gronsdahl is Retiring June 30th
It is with mixed emotion that Island Health celebrates the retirement of Elizabeth Gronsdahl on June 30th.
Indigenous Cultural Safety Webinar Learning Recordings
Exploring the In Plain Sight report and the Implications for Health Leadership with Harmony Johnson: Harmony will reflect on the In Plain Sight Report: Addressing Indigenous-specific Racism and Discrimination in B.C. Health Care nearly two years since its release.