North East LHIN and Partners Engage with Public Health
Press Release October 28, 2016 – The importance of public health within the health care system was highlighted during a number of recent meetings between the North East Local Health…
Saulteau First Nation We Matter Campaign
Press Release Indigenous Youth have a higher than average suicide rate. Considered an epidemic for mental health, two people decided to do something about it. Please check the website, submit…
QGH clinics moving to renovated east wing
Press Release October 31, 2016 Public Service Announcement QGH clinics moving to renovated east wing The Department of Health advises clients and patients of the Qikiqtani General Hospital (QGH) that…
Reminder: Boil water advisory for Whale Cove
Press Release October 28, 2016 The Department of Health is reminding residents of Whale Cove that the boil water advisory is still in effect. .This is a precautionary measure based…
NCCAH Influenza papers
Press Release In 2013 the six National Collaborating Centres for Public Health initiated a two-year project on Influenza and Influenza-Like Illness (ILI). As part of this collaborative project, the NCCAH…
UNBC researcher receives funding to pursue unique First Nations project at Northern Health
Press Release October 26, 2016 Prince George, BC – A UNBC researcher will lead the development of a unique research project centred on First Nations employment within Northern Health thanks…
The governments of Canada and British Columbia fund new Upper Skeena Recreation Centre
Press Release October 26, 2016 Having safe, creative and welcoming gathering spaces where people can come together for educational, recreational and social events is critical for the health and well-being…
Baby box program in Nunavut, a first in Canada
Press Release IQALUIT, Nunavut (October 25, 2016) – In its continued effort to reduce infant mortality in Nunavut, the Department of Health is giving baby boxes to parents of every…
North East LHIN Invests in Help for People with Dementias and their Caregivers
Press Release October 25, 2016 — Rachelle Poirier knows how hard it is to communicate with and care for a loved one with dementia. The North East Local Health Integration…
Southern Alberta child abuse prevention gets support
Press Release Oct 24, 2016 The province is extending funding for two community organizations in southern Alberta that focus on preventing child abuse through parenting and early childhood development. As…
