Elkford and area residents are advised that due to unexpected limited staffing availability at the Elkford Health Centre, outpatient lab (including blood draws) and medical…
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Elkford emergency closed Jan. 6 and 7
Interior Health is advising residents that due to unexpected limited staffing availability at the Elkford Health Centre, the emergency department will be closed Jan. 6 and…
New long-term care options for seniors opens in Cranbrook
Seniors in the Cranbrook area now have expanded access to long-term care with the opening of 36 new long-term care units at Golden Life Management’s…
Elkford Emergency temporary service change
Elkford residents are advised that due to unexpected limited physician availability for the Elkford Health Centre, the emergency department in Elkford will close at noon today….
Immunity for your community urges IH
This year, Interior Health (IH) is calling on you to take action and increase immunity for your community by getting the annual flu shot. Anyone…
Authorities warn: needle-free pressurized pens not approved
BC Health Authorities and the BC Ministry of Health have issued a public service announcement for persons considering undergoing needle-free filler treatments. These procedures use…
Stigma – words matter
By Corinne Dolman Op-Ed Commentary Getting “clean.” “Junkie.” “Addict.” “Dirty” needles.” The language we use to refer to people with substance use disorders can elicit many…
Increased turbidity triggers Boil Water Notice
The Village of Radium Hot Springs has issued a Boil Water Notice for users on the Radium Hot Springs drinking water supply system. A mechanical…
Supporting local food producers with Accelerator Program
Farm Kitchen, located in Cranbrook, is a non-profit kitchen incubator that supports food-focused entrepreneurs in developing, operation, and growing successful businesses. This Interior Health-approved, commercial…
West Nile virus risk increases as summer heats up
Submitted by Interior Health The mosquito species most likely to carry West Nile virus is most active in August. West Nile virus is a disease…