Patient Advisors: What They Do and Why They Do It
“My body may be broken, but my voice is not,” says Angie Follett, one of several client and family advisors who has partnered with Eastern Health to improve care for […]
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Bonavista Primary Health Care
Primary health care is about providing the right care at the right time in the right place – a focus on healthy living by prevention, health promotion and support for […]
Summer Food Safety
Summer is finally here and with it, an increase in food related illness. Watch this informative video for tips on food preparation and safety. You can also view this video […]
Social Work: Choosing to Work with People
In observance of social work month, Eastern Health’s Mental Health and Additions Regional Director Isobel Keefe shares her thoughts about her profession, while reflecting on her 30 years of social […]
The Fruit of Partnerships: Client and family advisors
Just over a year ago, Eastern Health formalized Client- and Family-Centred Care (CFCC), a philosophy of care that ensures patients, clients, residents and families have a voice and become active […]
“The Talk:” Talking to Your Kids About Sexual and Reproductive Health
‘Parents are the first and most important sexual health educators of children.’ If this statement makes you a little uncomfortable, rest assured – you are not alone! Anita Forward and […]
Embracing Technology: Self-Directed Patient Registration
Every day, Eastern Health registers thousands of patients for appointments within our facilities. The registration process is the first step to receiving health-care services, and it is vital to ensuring […]
Health and Education: Hand in Hand
Evidence tells us that healthy children who have emotional supports, eat well and are active are better able to learn. As such, teachers, parents, health professionals and community partners are […]
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