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MHO Newsletter: Shigella Flexneri UPDATE with Reporting Instructions
Cases of multidrug-resistant Shigella flexneri 2a have been identified among individuals in the Cowichan Valley and South Island.
Choosing Wisely at Island Health: Less Than Two Weeks Away
Join us virtually for our 6th annual Choosing Wisely at Island Health Symposium on November 21, 2025.
U.S. Healthcare Workers Joining Island Health in Record Numbers
In June of this year, the Ministry of Health launched a campaign to attract American health care workers to British Columbia, along with new expedited credentialing and licensing programs that make it easier and faster for U.S.-trained professionals to work in BC.
MHO Newsletter: Shigella Flexneri 2a in Central and South Island
Cases of multidrug-resistant Shigella flexneri 2a have been identified among individuals in the Cowichan Valley and South Island.
Razing My Moustache to Raise Money - Dr. Willie Pewarchuk
After 32 years at Cowichan District Hospital, Dr. Willie Pewarchuk is retiring. Everyone who has ever met him will remember his fabulous and well-groomed moustache.
Lady Minto Hospital Celebrates Anniversary of ED Opening
On October 30, staff and supporters gathered to celebrate a meaningful milestone: the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Emergency Department at Lady Minto Hospital.
NRGH a Provincial Leader in Eco-Conscious Surgical Practices
Island Health continues to set the standard for sustainable healthcare through its partnership with the Stryker Sustainability Solutions program. From 2021 to 2025, Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) has emerged as a provincial leader in eco-conscious surgical practices.
2025 Annual Physician Count
Rural physicians are asked to complete this year’s Rural Physician Confirmation Survey (Physician Count) by Friday 21 December.
MHO Newsletter: Shigella Flexnari Cluster in Cowichan Valley
A cluster of multidrug-resistant Shigella flexnari has been identified among individuals in the Cowichan Valley.
CARE Course: Learning into Practice in Rural Communities
Collaboration and a quick response highlight the importance of continuing medical education programs in the rural communities we serve.