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MHSU Update February 2024
The January/February Edition is out now of the Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) newsletter. Find out more about the new treatment centre in Parksville, the new youth program and much more.
Happy International Women's Day: Inspire Inclusion
March 8 is International Women's Day! On this globally recognized day, we collectively celebrate the achievements of women and remind ourselves of the work still to be done across the world, in the continuous push for equality - socially, culturally, economically and politically.
Medical Health Officers' Newsletter: No. 357
Global increase in measles cases: Measles cases are increasing globally, with recent reports of outbreaks in Europe and India and limited spread in USA and Quebec. Travel-acquired measles cases in Island Health are possible, which could lead to local outbreaks.
New Study: Prescribing Opioids to People reduces Deaths in BC
A new study by the University of British Columbia and BC Centre for Disease Control, among others, published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), shows people prescribed at least one day's supply of pharmaceutical-grade opioids had a 61 per cent lower risk of death from any cause the following week.
It's Time to Renew Your BCCNM Registration
This is a reminder that BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) registration renewal is underway.
Measles Cases are on the Rise - Ensure Immunizations Are Up to Date
Measles is circulating internationally and there are cases in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia. Please remind your patients/clients to ensure their routine immunizations are up to date, especially before travelling.
Island Health: Doctors of BC Survey Results
Doctors of BC recently released results from the 8th annual Health Authority Engagement Survey. This survey measures BC physicians’ level of engagement with their respective health authorities and hospitals/sites.
Island Health Enhances Harm Reduction for Substance Use Education with New Review Process
Island Health has established a Harm Reduction for Substance Education Review Committee. The committee will review and approve all education and safety materials related to harm reduction for substance use.
Minister’s statement on lives lost to poisoned drugs in January
Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, has released the following statement regarding the BC Coroners Service report on illicit drug toxicity deaths in January.
SI Tertiary CPOE Activation Rescheduled to May 25 & June 8
The IHealth activation of advanced electronic health record (EHR) functionality, including electronic ordering (computerized provider order entry, or CPOE) at South Island Tertiary sites is re-scheduled as follows: Victoria General Hospital, Gorge Road Hospital acute units and South Island Surgical Centre will go live on May 25, 2024. Royal Jubilee Hospital will go live on June 8, 2024.