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Protecting Patient Privacy with Approved Virtual Care Solutions
During the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Health granted exceptions to facilitate a swift shift to virtual care solutions, ensuring uninterrupted access to healthcare. It's important to note that these exceptions are no longer applicable, and Island Health continues to adhere to the regulations outlined in the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA)
January 31st Deadline – Adoption of New Mental Health Act Forms 4.1 & 4.2
All B.C. health authorities are required to implement the new Mental Health Act (MHA) medical certificates (Form 4.1 and Form 4.2) by January 31, 2024. The old medical certificate (Form 4) will no longer be legally recognized effective February 1, 2024.
Harm Reduction Winter Newsletter - Volume 4 Issue 1
Explore the winter edition of the Harm Reduction Newsletter to discover details on nominating a young individual or individuals for the annual Harm Reduction Youth Award. Additionally, delve into information about a recently introduced inhalation service and more.
Happy Pediatricians Day: Celebrating Island Health Pediatricians
Island Health would like to recognize our Pediatricians for their commitment to providing exceptional care for children - Meet Dr Zaneta Lim.
Late Radiation-Associated Dysphagia (Late RAD): Information for the Primary Care Network:
Late radiation-associated dysphagia (late RAD) is a relatively rare (3-8%) new or progressive onset of severe oropharyngeal dysphagia following a long period of stable functioning after head and neck radiation. The Speech and Language Pathologists at BC Cancer – Victoria would like you to be aware of this possibility in your patients who have undergone head and neck radiation therapy in the past years and encourage you to make referrals accordingly.
The inaugural 2024 issue of Mental Health Act (MHA) INFOBITS
January issue is covering the new Medical Certificates, forms 4.1 and 4.2 that will take effect on February 1, 2024.
More than 2,500 lives lost to toxic drugs in 2023
Preliminary reporting released by the BC Coroners Service confirms that toxic, unregulated drugs claimed the lives of at least 2,511 people in British Columbia in 2023, the largest number of drug-related deaths ever reported to the agency.
Island Health Medical Staff Bulletin
In this edition, you will read about the January 31 deadline for MHA forms 4.1 & 4.2, Cerner EHR news, a new medical leader opportunity, Dr. Menard's new role and much more.
Return of the Hack: real-time innovation at Code Hack 2024
Attention Island Health innovators: the annual Code Hack returns March 8-10 at the Royal Jubilee Hospital – and Island Health wants you to join them!
Two Child Care Spaces Available Near Saanich Peninsula Hospital for Island Health Staff & Medical Staff
The Worforce Strategy team is seeking to partner with child care providers to secure priority access to child care spaces for Island Health staff and medical staff throughout the island. The first site to get this opportunity is Saanich Peninsula Hospital.