Food Security, Part 3: A call to action
All British Columbians have the right to access a healthy diet in ways that are right for them. In two previous blog posts, I highlighted household food insecurity and the Food Costing in BC repo...
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Foodie Friday: Sharing a meal with others – a true holiday gift
Sharing a meal with others Season's Eatings! With the holidays just around the corner, I start to grow homesick for my home on the East Coast. I often catch myself daydreaming about my family's lon...
Well wishes to two retiring NH Board Directors
Northern Health’s Board of Directors recognized two retiring long-time members at its latest regular meeting held in Prince George this week. Director Ben Sander from Dawson Creek, and Director M...
Research and Quality Conference recognizes Northern researchers
The 2018 Northern BC Research and Quality Conference, held in Prince George November 6 to 8, celebrated northern research and quality improvement work. As part of the conference, a group of judges ...
Healthy relationships through harm reduction
The importance of healthy, trusting relationships I grew up in the North, and I feel blessed to be able to live and practice in my hometown of Quesnel. Guiding my work, I have two strong influences...
Creative new approaches help people in Prince Rupert get occupational therapy
Northern Health has a strong vision for creating teams of health care professionals that centre on the person and their family, but making big changes can be challenging. This article is my story of b...