Breastfeeding in the workplace
Haida Gwaii employer supports parent’s breastfeeding goals Oct 1-7 was Breastfeeding Week in Canada. As a nurse with a passion for infant feeding, this year’s theme, “Protect breastfeeding: A...
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Food: Connecting family, community, and culture in Haida Gwaii
March is Nutrition Month. Each year I think about how to include campaign messages into my work as a dietitian. Often, it’s a bit of a stretch! This year’s theme recognizes how important culture a...
Haida Gwaii hospital staff recognized for commitment to quality care of mothers and newborns
Staff at Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre - Xaayda Gwaay Ngaaysdll Naay have been recognized for their exceptional commitment to high quality care and patient safety when it comes to delivering ...
International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife: Meggan Wood
The World Health Organization has designated 2020 the International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. As part of this year-long celebration, Northern Health is highlighting a different nurse ...
Staying local this summer: Barkerville, Robson Valley, Haida Gwaii
Lots of people are taking vacations close to home this summer (also known as staycations!) in Northern BC – including NH staff! Check out these staff staycation ideas for exploring our beautiful Nor...
Dr. Morton wins Award of Excellence in Rural Medicine: Lifetime Achievement
Dr. Tracy Morton is one of three rural doctors to win the 2020 BC Rural Health Award of Excellence in Rural Medicine: Lifetime Achievement. Dr. Morton grew up in a small town in Albe...
Trauma-Informed Yoga and Wellness for Women: One Year Later
In the fall of 2018, the IMAGINE Grants funded a project focused on trauma-informed yoga and wellness on Haida Gwaii. Led by Masset-based organization Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace (HGSCP), ...
