Stories@IH | Interior Health Blog

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Community & Culture

Peer advisor likes to share story of recovery

Jenn is a member of IH's Peer Advisory Group & helps inform substance use programs & policies. By sharing her story she hopes to inspire others.

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Community & Culture

We Are IH: Spiritual health practitioner encourages connections

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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Health & Wellness

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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Community & Culture

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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Community & Culture

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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Community & Culture

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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Community & Culture

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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Health & Wellness

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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Community & Culture

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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Health & Wellness

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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blue-green algae on a lake surrounded by trees

Health & Wellness

Algae blooms: Here’s what you need to know

As the weather gets warmer, stay safe while swimming in B.C.'s lakes! Learn more about cyanobacteria or blue-green algae..

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Health & Wellness

Making cycling safer and more accessible for all

Cycling can improve your fitness and mental health and wellness, and is good for the planet. IH helps inform city planners on ways they can make cycling safer.