News
June 11, 2024
April/May MHSU Update
The Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Update connects Island Health staff with the latest news and achievements. April/May highlights include a new Early Psychosis Intervention facility, the launch of Just Culture training, welcoming new team members, and celebrating the literary success of Psychiatric Nurse May Sosa. We also spotlight the positive impacts of our Acute MHSU Quality Improvement Huddles.
June 11, 2024
MRI ordering for Family Physicians and Nurse Practitioners
Island Health Medical Imaging have adopted appropriateness criteria for MRI ordering in alignment with provincial initiatives and Choosing Wisely Canada recommendations.
June 11, 2024
Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal Policy and Procedure
The NEW Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal Policy and Procedure have been posted on the intranet Policies and Procedures page under Medication Systems. The policy and procedure provide clear direction on proper disposal of medications, packaging, supplies used to prepare, carry, and administer medication.
June 10, 2024
Improved access to mental health, addictions coming to Westshore
COLWOOD – A new community mental-health and substance-use service will soon offer accessible care closer to home for residents of the Westshore on southern Vancouver Island.
June 7, 2024
More than 14,500 lives lost to unregulated toxic drugs, eight years into public health crisis
VICTORIA – Unregulated toxic drugs claimed the lives of 182 people in April 2024 according to preliminary data from the BC Coroners Service.
June 5, 2024
IHealth News Brief for Medical Staff – June 5
With Go-Live at RJH just days away, we want to thank you for your dedication and commitment to making this major change. While it will not be easy, especially at the beginning, it’s a crucial step to delivering safe, high-quality care to our patients. Make sure to support each other and the support staff with care, respect and patience.
June 4, 2024
Accreditation 2024 Survey Update
For anyone who wants to know when the Survey 2024 Final Report will be available for review and use in improvement planning activities.
June 4, 2024
BC Health Quality Awards: Calling All Leaders!
This year marks the 15th annual BC Health Quality Awards, a fantastic opportunity to recognize and celebrate the exceptional work happening every day in Island Health.
Do you have a team member or team consistently exceeding expectations and making a real difference in healthcare delivery? Nominations close on June 30th, 2024, so don't delay!
June 3, 2024
Happy National Pride Month!
June marks Pride Month across Canada – a time to recognize and celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and honor queer history.
June 3, 2024
June 6 is International “What Matters to you?” Day
June 6, 2024, marks International "What Matters to You (WMTY)?" Day is a globally recognized initiative aimed at meaningful dialogues to prioritize the needs of patients and healthcare professionals alike. Originating in Norway in 2014, WMTY Day serves as a platform for fostering trust and understanding within healthcare settings.