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Update on influenza in BC
Influenza activity in BC is starting early this year with a significant rise in cases in our Emergency Departments (ED) and acute care units.
BCCDC COVID-19 Long Term Care, Assisted Living & Other Residential Outbreak Report
A weekly update for Long-Term Care, Assisted Living & Other Residential Living Facilities.
COVID-19 Situation Report
This BCCDC report provides weekly data and refers to pandemic phases defined by population-level changes.
Supporting men to stay safer during Movember and beyond
This Movember, Island Health supports men’s mental and physical health by continuing to raise awareness around the toxic drug crisis and its impact on males – especially those who use substances alone.
Accreditation - NEW RESOURCE!
The Island Health Accreditation team has launched their Survey Logistics page! This is your one-stop shop for information survey 2022 activities.
Geographic Distribution of COVID-19 by Local Health Area of Case Residence
Epi-Week 43 Cases October 23 to 29, 2022.
BCCDC COVID-19 Long Term Care, Assisted Living & Other Residential Outbreak Report
A weekly update for Long-Term Care, Assisted Living & Other Residential Living Facilities.
COVID-19 Situation Report
This BCCDC report provides weekly data and refers to pandemic phases defined by population-level changes.
Primary Care Update
Dr. Mike Benusic, Island Health Medical Health Officer, is sharing with primary care providers that “the ordering of influenza was delayed this season to ensure influenza vaccines were available in COVID-19 vaccination clinics.”
Choose Wisely with Knowledge to Action on November 18 - Seroquel isn't for sleep
Island Health is working towards achieving Quality Improvement Status as a Choosing Wisely Canada Hospital through participation in Choosing Wisely Canada initiatives 'Using Blood Wisely', 'Using Labs Wisely', and by reducing antipsychotic prescribing in seniors with dementia in acute care.