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We Are IH: Spiritual health practitioner encourages connection

Helping others navigate through some of the trials and tribulations of life is at the heart of Thandazani Mhlanga’s work as spiritual health practitioner at CMH

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Preventing falls could save an older adult’s life

Every 30 minutes, one older adult in B.C. is hospitalized for fall-related injuries. But falls aren't an inevitable part of aging, & many falls are preventable.

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Interior Health named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers 2025

Canada's Top 100 Employers recognizes organizations that lead their industries in offering exceptional workplaces for employees. Find out why IH was chosen.

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We Are IH: Nurse practitioners positively impact patients’ lives

Let’s meet some NPs who are providing patient focused, compassionate care, that improves the health and well-being of patients in the communities they serve.

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Contest seeks youth views on tobacco, cannabis, vaping & alcohol

The Interior Health (IH) Legal Substances Team and the YOUTHWISE Advisory Group are excited to launch IH’s annual youth poster contest

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New to Nursing podcast offers advice, stories & expert insights

Created out of a desire to provide practical content to new nurses, the New to Nursing podcast aims to empower graduates transitioning out of the classroom.

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We Are IH: Admin assistant enjoys giving others a reason to smile

Casey is a mom of five-year-old twins and loves all things outdoors—from camping, fishing, and golfing, to listening to rainstorms, to watching the sunset.

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How to get a radon detector or monitor to test your home

Radon, a gas that can cause lung cancer, can be found all over the Interior. Testing is the only way to know how much radon is in your home. We tell you how.

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Tsunami survivor wants to give back, offer mental health support

After surviving the tsunami that struck Thailand in 2004, Orion experienced PTSD. Today, he's giving back, sharing his mental health journey with others.

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How to become a smarter consumer of health information

Online health misinformation is everywhere. But with a few skills, and by slowing down to consider the facts, you can learn how to spot health misinformation.

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Foundation spotlight series: South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation

Meet Ian Lindsay, CEO of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation. Find out what the SOS Foundation is focusing on and some of his favourite campaigns.

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Why you should avoid water with blue-green algae blooms

Learn how to stay safe in B.C. waters when blue-green algae blooms, or cyanobacteria, are present.

A woman with long dark hair and cream coloured sweater and wearing a face mask stands next to a baby bassinette inside a neonatal intensive care unit at a hospital

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Foundation spotlight series: East Kootenay Foundation for Health

Meet Brenna Baker, executive director of EKFH, and learn how the Foundation is improving health care in the East Kootenay.

Two women with their hair pulled back in ponytails smile at the camera. They wear Pride rainbow t-shirts, Interior Health rainbow lanyards, and stand in front of Interior Health banners. There are rainbow flags in the foreground.

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We Are IH: Employee Experience employee welcomes Pride season!

Whether representing IH at Kelowna Pride, skiing at Big White, or zooming down mountain bike trails, Isla Coombs is an energetic member of her community.