Emergency Services Project
July 10, 2023
Emergency Services Project Construction Updates: Island Health will be relocating the helicopter pad to the roof of our Acute Care Unit.
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Top 10 Tips for Lifelong Women’s Health
February 19, 2026
Women’s health is a lifelong journey—from the first menstrual cycle to post-menopause and everything in-between. With evolving screening guidelines, new…
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Quarterly DAISY Award Recognizes Exceptional Care by Labor and Delivery Nurse Careisa Whitford, BSN, RN
February 18, 2026
Congratulations to our most recent DAISY honoree, Careisa Whitford, BSN, RN, from Labor and Delivery. Careisa was nominated by a…
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Food of the Month – Kale
February 12, 2026
Kale is considered a superfood due to its high levels of antioxidants, its powerful medicinal properties, and its nutrient density.…
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Hundreds of Santas fill Seafarers Memorial Park for Anacortes Santa Run
Anacortes American, December 9, 2025
Island Health CEO honored by state Office of Rural Health
Anacortes American, November 24, 2025
‘It affects everybody’: Island Health sees looming insurance changes hurting all
Anacortes American, October 8, 2025
Island Health earns 5-star rating from CMS for fourth consecutive year
GoAnacortes, August 20, 2025
Island Health board appoints Tangaro to fill vacancy
Anacortes American, July 29, 2025
Island Health celebrates third annual CARES program winners
GoAnacortes, July 9, 2025
Press Releases
Island Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine Receives Distinguished Center of Excellence Honor
February 18, 2026
Designation acknowledges consistent success in multiple wound healing benchmarks. Island Health is honored to announce Island Wound Care & Hyperbaric…
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Island Surgeons Welcomes Gastroenterologist Morrison, DO
January 20, 2026
Island Health is excited to announce that Gastroenterologist Dempsie Morrison IV, DO, has joined Island Surgeons. Dr. Morrison spent the…
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Island Health Welcomes New Family Medicine Provider
January 6, 2026
Island Health is excited to welcome Catherine Gambs, MD as a new family medicine provider. A native of Whidbey Island,…
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In the event of crisis, clear and timely communication is essential. At Island Health our priority is the safety and well-being of our patients, staff and community. Our Emergency Communications page is dedicated to providing accurate and up-to-date information during emergencies and significant events.