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New cancer centre on the way for Nanaimo
People in Nanaimo and surrounding communities are one step closer to having cancer care in their community with approval of a concept plan for a new cancer centre at NRGH.
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada. This is an opportunity to celebrate the rich culture and diversity of Indigenous Peoples across the country. Please reach out to Heather Harper Director to the Office of the VP, Indigenous Health, if you self-identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit and would like to share more about your culture in a Weekly news feature.
Long Term Care Program Newsletter May 2023 Edition
The Highlights for this edition: How powerchart promotes person-centered care, A case study to review PIECES ™ huddle and 3 Questions template, How often does an indwelling foley catheter need to be changed? Falls and our RAI Clinical Assessment Protocols **CAPS**.
Updated Emerging Pathogen and Pandemic Plan
Island Health has recently updated its Emerging Pathogen and Pandemic Plan (EPPP). The purpose of this plan is to create a comprehensive, coordinated approach to managing infectious disease emergencies and ultimately aims to reduce severe illness and deaths. The new plan is based on the following learnings from COVID-19 and the ensuing issues that arose from it.
Dr. Ian Thompson is Retiring
It is with mixed emotions that Dr. Ben Williams shares the news that Dr. Ian Thompson, Executive Medical Director for Medical Staff Governance, will be retiring this fall.
May 2023 issue of Mental Health Act (MHA) INFOBITS is here!
This issue discusses the four criteria for involuntary admission and treatment under the MHA & what should be considered before involuntarily submitting a person to psychiatric admission under the MHA and treatment.
OneSign® “Tap N Go” deploying at Lady Minto Hospital
As of May 29, the IHealth devices team will have installed OneSign® “Tap N Go” hardware and software on computers and workstations at Lady Minto Hospital.
Unregulated drugs claim lives of 206 British Columbians in April 2023
Preliminary data from the BC Coroners Service shows that communities throughout the province continue to be devastated by deaths due to unregulated drugs, with 814 lives lost in the first four months of 2023.
Safety & Health Week 2023
This year, Safety & Health Week (previously called NAOSH week) occurred May 1st-6th. Safety & Health Week presents an excellent opportunity to focus, reinforce, and strengthen our commitment to occupational health and safety. New this year, JOHSCs were eligible to receive prizes to support their Safety & Health Week events/activities (prizes/swag provided by Health, Wellness & Safety).
Victoria Hospitals Foundation Donors Raise $10 Million and Complete Emerge Stronger Campaign
The Victoria Hospitals Foundation (VHF) has announced the completion of the Emerge Stronger campaign, a $10 million commitment for Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH), Victoria General Hospital (VGH), and Gorge Road Hospital (GRH). Over 5,800 donors came together to support the funding of over 200 pieces of equipment and innovative research projects over the course of 18 months.