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The first must-see forum of 2018

Join us on February 28 for Innovations in Health Care, an interactive forum on how we’re using technology to transform patient care. (Tech proficiency not required!)

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Take your inner geek to the Innovation Fair!

Learn about some of the latest and greatest tech innovations in use or coming soon to Vancouver at the Innovation Fair on February 28.

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Beyond Stigma: Conversations about mental health, courage and hope

On Tuesday, February 6, 2018, Vancouver Coastal Health will present “Beyond Stigma: Conversations about mental health, courage and hope.”

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DTES Women’s ICMT celebrate one year anniversary

The Women’s ICMT fits the model of a traditional Intensive Case Management team, but with a women’s specific lens. They provide trauma-informed, culturally safe, women-centred care.

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Life underground: VGH tunnel and Medical Device Reprocessing Department

Ever wonder who works inside the VGH tunnel? Meet the people working there and their impact on patient care.

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Oscar winner grateful for new lungs

Alison Snowden is one of a record-breaking 52 people last year who received a life-saving lung transplant at VGH.

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The January 26th draw winners are…

There is nothing better than getting a winning message from the Won Vancouver 50/50 Staff Lottery. Winners from the January draw both won over $4000!

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VGH Thrift Store clothes homeless youth

Thanks to a $2,500 donation from the VGH Thrift Store, Vancouver’s Child and Youth Mental Health Program has purchased warm clothing and shoes for homeless youth.

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Opening of Heatley CHC marks New Model of Care in DTES

VCH Vancouver Community announced the launch of a new model of care across the DTES on Monday at the opening of the newly renovated Heatley CHC. Approximately 6,000 active DTES clients will be transitioned overall, while creating access for about 3,000 new additional clients over time through the new model and team structure.

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Emma’s Story and how the DTES 2nd Generation Strategy will help her

Emma lives in the DTES. She has diabetes, bipolar disorder, and trauma from abuse. She is on medications for her conditions, but she also uses street opioids. She sees a counsellor, a psychiatrist, a GP, a social worker and a pharmacist. Her care needs are complex. But she isn’t unique to the clients we see in the DTES.

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