Atira’s Rice Block building will house 38 new beds for women in the DTES
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Nurse practitioners can now prescribe narcotics
The change allows NPs to provide patients with more holistic care and saves valuable time for everyone.
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Richmond’s kinder kids are well protected
High vaccine coverage rate in Richmond is due to the excellent partnership between public health, community physicians, the school district, and engaged and committed Richmond families.
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943 beds. 8 facilities. 6 years.
VCH has completed the procurement phase of Residential Care Rejuvenation. Zoning and development work is underway.
Read MoreA new model of primary & community care coming to Richmond for seniors
Primary Care Homes (PCHs) in Richmond have been developed in partnership with the Richmond Division of Family Practice to provide the wrap-around care that seniors need through a combination of community-based support and VCH Richmond services.
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New overdose prevention sites opening on DTES
In response to the increasing number of overdose-related deaths, VCH is opening additional health-care supports including the BC Mobile Medical Unit and overdose prevention sites at DTES hot spots.
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Why do people go to emergency departments?
This short survey will help us understand why people choose the emergency department over other options – please share it, and take the survey yourself!
Read MoreNew ADP spaces coming on-stream for Richmond seniors
More Adult Day Program spaces will help meet demand for seniors’ and respite care in Richmond.
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New Harm Reduction Policy for all staff
VCH has implemented a Harm Reduction Practice policy that all staff are expected to follow.
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You can help with the overdose crisis and possibly save a life
Online course covers everything from how to use naloxone to providing clean needles.
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