As our climate changes, wildfires are becoming more common and severe. Exposure to too much wildfire smoke can irritate your eyes, lungs and heart. We can’t predict when wildfires will occur, so it’s best to be prepared by staying informed. Learn more at ow.ly/ea9O50SLgjg

A smoky skies bulletin has been issued for various regions across BC, including Greater #Victoria and West #VancouverIsland. Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health even at low concentrations. Learn how to reduce exposure to wildfire smoke at ow.ly/a7cA50SLmK7

The annual NICU reunion party returns! Celebrate the strength, resilience and journeys of NICU children and their families. If you are, or know a NICU family, please mark your calendars and spread the word. Learn more: ow.ly/fWPp50SOI3q

Environment and Climate Change Canada have issued a heat warning for East Vancouver Island – #CampbellRiver to #Duncan. Learn how to keep yourself and others safe at islandhealth.ca/heat-safety.

A new state-of-the-art 3D mammography system has come to West Coast General Hospital. BC Cancer's Breast Screening Program provides free screening mammograms for eligible BC women age 40 and up. Learn more: ow.ly/AlBy50SOBGF

NEVER leave pets alone in a hot parked car. Temperatures can rise rapidly to dangerous levels in enclosed vehicles. For pets, harmful, and even life-threatening effects can occur in a short time in a hot car. Learn more: ow.ly/zsF450SIu0O

Discovery Youth and Family Substance Use Services offer free community-based counselling services, access to residential care and treatment for youth struggling with substance use. Find support in your community: ow.ly/86Tm50SOBqG

Environment and Climate Change Canada have issued a heat warning for East Vancouver Island including Courtenay to Campbell River, Duncan to Nanaimo and Nanoose Bay to Fanny Bay. Learn how to keep yourself and others safe at islandhealth.ca/heat-safety.

Community Virtual Care helps you manage your medical condition from the comfort of your home. Call the Community Access Line in your region or visit islandhealth.ca/cvc for more info. North Island: 1-866-928-4988 Central Island: 1-877-734-4101 South Island: 1-888-533-2273

The annual NICU Reunion Picnic Party invites families back to VGH to celebrate their children with the staff, physicians and volunteers who helped care for them during their early days in hospital. Thank you to all who joined us this year! See photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjBDxXw

With #BackToSchool right around the corner, it's important to make sure your kids are up to date on routine vaccinations. Routine school-aged immunizations are free for all children. Learn more at: ow.ly/GKnz50T3hnI

It's #NationalDrugDropOffMonth, and while 71% of parents know they can take medications back to their pharmacies, only 45% actually do. Unused and expired medications can easily be returned to any local pharmacy. Learn more at ow.ly/oqEM50T4zNK Foundry Drug Free Kids Canada

Every drop counts. There are a number of steps you can take to prepare for periods of drought, both to conserve water and protect your health. Find more ways to practice water conservation at home at islandhealth.ca/drought #DroughtTips

August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day. It is a time to remember, without stigma, all impacted by tragic overdoses. Check out our Event Locations Map and find the closest to your area at google.com/maps/d/edit?mi…. Learn more [islandhealth.ca/news/news-rele…]

Most people in BC get their tap water from large bodies of above-ground water called reservoirs. Knowing where your water comes from is a good first step to know how to protect it. Learn more about what we’re doing and how you can help: gov.bc.ca/Drought

PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning/Overdose Advisory has been issued for the #MtWaddington region. Visit Island Health's Harm Reduction Services page at ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF to find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more.

As of June 30, 245 of our friends, family members, coworkers and neighbours have died from the toxic drug crisis in our region. Visit the digital memory wall to honour, remember and share memories of those we have lost: ow.ly/NxUq50Tab2x #EndOverdose #TogetherWeCan

The Bridging Care Program is working to bridge hospital and community-based services for adults suffering with mental health challenges. A virtual version of the program is in development. Learn more: ow.ly/pmbf50Tag7Y

PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning/Overdose Advisory has been issued for the Capital Region District. Visit Island Health's Harm Reduction Services page at ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF to find information on supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services & more.

Take a look at us now! The #NewCDH Project is making significant progress. With construction activity at its peak during the summer, visible growth can be seen from many corners of the Cowichan Valley. Thank you to the #NutsamaatAlliance!