Taking a bite into culture | <img alt="" src="/phsa-news-site/PublishingImages/culture-bites.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Taking a bite into culture | Created by the Indigenous Youth Wellness Team at PHSA, Culture Bites is a YouTube series designed to spread awareness about food sovereignty among Indigenous youth in B.C. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/taking-a-bite-into-culture | | 2023-12-05T08:00:00Z | | |
An unprecedented wildfire season | <img alt="" src="/phsa-news-site/PublishingImages/unprecedented-wildfire-season.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | An unprecedented wildfire season | This year marked an unprecedented wildfire season for British Columbia. Learn what this meant for the B.C. health system and how teams mobilized to provide support. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/an-unprecedented-wildfire-season | | 2023-11-27T08:00:00Z | | |
Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide - but that's only part of the story | <img alt="World Stroke Day on Oct. 29" src="/PublishingImages/world-stroke-day-external.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide - but that's only part of the story | Every five minutes, someone has a stroke in Canada. For World Stroke Day on Oct. 29, learn more about how Stroke Services BC works towards best possible outcomes for patients who have had a stroke. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/world-stroke-day-2023 | | 2023-10-24T07:00:00Z | | |
Leading with heart, integrity and innovation in the world of communications | <img alt="Maile Conwi, Communications & Content Services manager, PHSA" src="/PublishingImages/maile-conwi-phsa-plus-external.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Leading with heart, integrity and innovation in the world of communications | Maile Conwi is a dedicated leader who propels, inspires and drives change in PHSA Communications and beyond. She is a PHSA+ Award recipient this year for her keen attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and willingness to dive in when needed. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/maile-conwi-2023-phsa-plus-recipient | | 2023-10-20T07:00:00Z | | |
B.C. Physical Trauma Survivors Day: Kim’s Story | <img alt="Kimberly Ferraro, clinical nurse specialist at Emergency Care BC" src="/PublishingImages/trauma-awareness-day-2023-external.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | B.C. Physical Trauma Survivors Day: Kim’s Story | Read about Kimberly Ferraro, clinical nurse specialist at Emergency Care BC, as she shares her story of a traumatic injury experienced on an overseas holiday as well as lessons learned. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/bc-trauma-survivors-day-2023 | | 2023-10-17T07:00:00Z | | |
PHSA research leaders release joint statement to encourage engagement with more diverse research participants | <img alt="Six leaders, representing PHSA's five research institutes, have signed a joint statement - the first of its kind at the organiz" src="/PublishingImages/research-leaders-external.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | PHSA research leaders release joint statement to encourage engagement with more diverse research participants | In July 2023, six research leaders signed a joint statement endorsing the collection of race-, ethnicity-based and Indigenous Identity data in PHSA-led research. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/research-joint-statement-data | | 2023-10-10T07:00:00Z | | |
A message of support for those grieving the children of S’ólh Téméxw | <img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/support-for-stolo-external-thumbnail.png" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | A message of support for those grieving the children of S’ólh Téméxw | A message from David Byres, president & CEO, on behalf of the PHSA executive leadership team. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/a-message-of-support-for-those-grieving-the-children-of-solh-temexw | | 2023-09-22T07:00:00Z | | |
Gratitude for “true wealth” | <img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/coast-salish-teachings-ceremony-external.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Gratitude for “true wealth” | PHSA’s most senior leaders expressed thanks to Knowledge Keeper, Sulksun, Shane Pointe, as he formally gifted six Coast Salish teachings to the organization in a special ceremony this past summer. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/coast-salish-teachings-gifting-ceremony | | 2023-09-21T07:00:00Z | | |
Congratulations to our 2023 PHSA+ Award recipients | <img alt="" src="/PublishingImages/PHSA-awards-recipient-announcement-external.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | Congratulations to our 2023 PHSA+ Award recipients | The PHSA+ Awards reflect the dedication of team members who are enhancing the health-care experience for British Columbians and contributing to a rich workplace culture. Let’s come together to celebrate these deserving 2023 recipients. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/2023-phsa-plus-recipients | | 2023-09-14T07:00:00Z | | |
10 key insights on virtual health visits from patients, health-care providers and support staff | <img alt="Individual takes online survey" src="/PublishingImages/virtual-health-10-key-insights-2023.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | 10 key insights on virtual health visits from patients, health-care providers and support staff | A recent survey of patients, health-care providers and support staff who have virtual health visits using Zoom for Healthcare gave us insight into what is important to users, and what we can improve on. | http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/key-insights-from-survey-on-virtual-health-visits | | 2023-08-25T07:00:00Z | | |