We’re Not Your Mother’s OB/GYN
Think you need a PAP test every year? Not anymore—new screening guidelines now recommend a different approach to cervical cancer…
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Healthy Living Blog
Food of the Month – Summer Squash
Difference between summer and winter squash: Types of summer squash include Cucurbita pepo species which are: green and yellow zucchini,…
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Sepsis: Raising Awareness to Save Lives
September is Sepsis Awareness Month, focusing on raising awareness of the leading cause of death in hospitals across the country.…
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Food of the Month – Grapes
Grapes have been a part of people’s diets since ancient times, whether enjoying them as a crisp cold snack, a…
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Back-to-School Health: Preparing Your Child for a Successful Return
As a new school year approaches, many families find themselves scrambling to transition from the relaxed rhythms of summer to…
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Food of the Month – Cucumbers
Cucumbers have a long and wide history that dates back to 2000 BCE in Mesopotamia. They were introduced to ancient…
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A Winning Game Plan for Preparing Student-athletes for Fall Sports
Fall athletics are kicking into gear and student-athletes are preparing for the return to school and sport. Before our athletes…
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Healthy Snack Swaps
Snacks are a great way to boost your energy during the day, and many options exist. How do you choose snacks that are also nutritious?
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Island Health Farm Stand
Island Health’s Morale, Wellness & Recognition Committee is excited to host our 19th annual Farm Stand season! The Island Health…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Acute Care Nurse Sally White, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Sally White, BSN, RN from the Acute Care Department. Sally was nominated by…
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Healthy Bones
Bone Health Awareness and Osteoporosis Prevention May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month. About 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and nearly 34…
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Food of the Month – Asparagus
Asparagus is a herbaceous perennial plant that is a member of the lily family. It is easily recognizable for its…
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Food of the Month – Garlic
Garlic is a vegetable that belongs to the onion family. It has a pungent, spicy flavor that mellows and sweetens…
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Focused on You
Whether you’ve been a patient in the last year or we’ve cared for one of your loved ones, chances are…
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Partnering for a Healthier Community
Island Health’s commitment to the health and wellness of our community doesn’t stop at our doors. Through enduring partnerships, we…
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Upgrading Facilities for Superior Service Delivery
At Island Health, facility maintenance and updates are a key strategy for providing exceptional care to our community. Over the…
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Driving Innovation with a People-first Approach
Chief Information Officer (CIO) Galina Gandy oversees everything related to technology. In a nutshell, her priority is to ensure that…
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Why Mammography Matters
One of the goals I have as Chief Medical Officer at Island Health is to positively impact our community’s health…
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Revolutionizing Surgery
Island Health is excited to introduce the da Vinci 5 surgical robot, a cutting-edge technology that will enhance surgical procedures…
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Island Health Cancer Screening Recommendations
Early detection saves lives! Island Health is proud to offer many preventive cancer screenings to help keep our community healthy.*…
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Get to Know Urogynecologist Jeffrey Clemons, MD, FACOG
Dr. Clemons is well known throughout the region as a leader in his specialty. He has been recognized by Seattle…
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Food of the Month – Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts were named after Brussels, Belgium, where it was believed they were first introduced in the 16th century. Brussels…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Emergency Department Nurse Kris Browne, BSN, RN
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Kris Browne, BSN, RN, from the Emergency Department (ED). Kris’s empathy and calm…
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The Dreaded Stomach Bug
As many parents and families in our region know, we have recently had an unwanted winter visitor to our peaceful…
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