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How to protect yourself from bats & prevent diseases like rabies

Bats play an essential role in our ecosystem, but can carry diseases like rabies. Learn how to stay safe from bats and prevent disease.

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We Are IH: Physiotherapist lives by principles he teaches

Glenn Charbonneau has always had a passion for human movement, but it wasn’t until an encounter that he felt compelled to get into physiotherapy.

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Caregiving can be challenging — but “absolutely beautiful”

Elizabeth has been caring for her son Anakin his whole life, who was born at 22 weeks. She's a proud caregiver & wants to share her story with other caregivers.

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Cleaning a shed, attic, cabin or barn? Protect against hantavirus

Hantavirus is a rare but serious disease caused by inhaling hantaviruses in old rodent droppings or urine. Learn how to protect yourself while cleaning.

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Where to get care: Getting extra help at home

There may come a time in life where there will be a need for extra help with living at home. A wide range of services are available to you through IH.

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What’s in your kit? Packing emergency kits or grab-and-go bags
Your emergency kit should always include critical supplies like water, food, and a wind-up radio, but you can also add items that are unique to your situation.
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Community & Culture
We Are IH: Practice leader helps guide ethical decision-making
Tammy Molina collaborates with employees and medical staff as they navigate situations that would benefit from an ethical decision-making process.
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From heart failure to heart function: Jennifer’s story
Jennifer was a healthy 43-year-old when she was diagnosed with heart failure (cardiomyopathy). Learn more about heart failure risks, diagnosis & management
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Foundation spotlight series: Revelstoke District Health Foundation
Meet Steven Hui, chair of the Revelstoke District Health Foundation and learn about the work they do in their community.
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We Are IH: Reconciliation key to perinatal substance use nurse
Tiova de Kok knew from when she was a small child that nursing was a life goal.
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Access granted: IH celebrates its largest HCAP graduate cohort
HCAP provides a path for applicants with little to no experience in the health sector to get hired and receive paid training as part of their employment.

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Youth peers believe the opposite of addiction is connection
Youth peers Brynn and Hayden share their experiences, thoughts and advice on how to connect & take steps toward changing your relationship with substances.
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We Are IH: Physician brings quality care to rural communities
Growing up in a small town of 1,500 in southern Alberta, Edward knew early on he wanted to work in rural medicine, surrounded by lakes and peaks.
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One patient’s journey from a double stroke to recovery at RIH
In 2023, Vinaysinh (Vinny) Chauhan had two strokes while playing cricket with friends. Thanks to the care of Dr. Reena Baweja & her team, Vinny is walking.
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Healthy planet, healthy people: One doctor’s quest for change
Dr. Kyle Merritt is taking action to protect our planet’s health to protect his patients’ health. Learn more about the work of this emergency room physician.

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