When a natural disaster such as a wildfire or flood strikes, people are often forced to stay in their homes or evacuate immediately. “Everyone…
Spring is here and the warmer weather means more people will be out hiking in tall grass or wooded areas. This can also mean an increased chance…
With the holidays upon us, many of us look forward to spending time with family and friends. Holidays are special, and can mean more visits and…
Talking about suicide – starting the conversation, listening, providing support, and connecting people with help – can be difficult and even scary…
Every day in British Columbia, tens of thousands of people take care of loved ones with medical, physical, emotional and age-related needs –…
During the colder months it’s important to stay active and get fresh air. It’s also important to use caution in snowy or icy conditions to prevent…
Connie Griffin works in administrative services at the West Kelowna Health Centre. One of the volunteers she's worked with since 2001, Ingrid…
Exposure to radon gas is a preventable health risk. The only way to know the level of radon gas in your indoor environment is to test for it. …
As we get older, we’re more likely to have problems with our mouth and teeth, which may result in problems with chewing, pain, tooth loss, and…
Excerpts reprinted with permission from Here to Help. Read the full article. In 1885, Wilhelm Röntgen discovered X-rays - and saw his skeleton.…
More and more, people are addressing their health-care needs virtually. But what if you have trouble with the virtual care options themselves? …
Immunization and vaccines are important throughout your life. Vaccines are products that produce immunity to a specific disease. Immunization (or…
A person can bleed to death from an injury in as little as five minutes. That means every second counts when it comes to stopping uncontrolled…
Fighting stigma is easier than you think. Learn how you can make a positive impact on the lives of people living with dementia.
Summer is in full swing and many people in B.C. are enjoying lakes, rivers and swimming pools. Water sports are a great way to stay active and…
Did you know that the main cause of death for people under 45 in Canada is traumatic injury, and of the 750,000 injuries in British Columbia each…
Medications are prescribed to treat symptoms and to manage medical conditions or mitigate the risk of future events. It’s important to take the…
When my frail elderly aunt had a fall at home, she was admitted to Penticton Regional Hospital emergency department for assessment. The care team…
When we think of heart attack symptoms it's easy to remember the “Hollywood heart attack,” where a person stops in their tracks and suddenly…
Becoming a caregiver can creep up on you. Maybe it starts with dropping by your mom’s house to do her laundry or taking your dad to a doctor’s…
Dr. David Cruickshank is an orthopedic surgeon at Royal Inland Hospital who is part of the team who is now able to send patients home with hip and…
