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People with mental illness, addictions benefit from new Red Fish Healing Centre
People living with complex mental illness and addictions have access to a new purpose-built treatment centre with a model of care that is innovative and progressive — the first of its kind in North America.
Then and now: Making advancements in hepatitis care within BC correctional settings
The transfer of correctional health services to the public health system has led to positive changes in hepatitis C screening, according to new research by BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services and BC Centre for Disease Control.
Gardening helps staff and patients at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital
Described as a ‘lovely oasis,’ the communal garden and surrounding green space provides a place for staff and patients to connect with nature, stay active and socialize with each other.
Tips for boosting your mental health – World Mental Health Day
October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, and there is no better time to reflect on and care for our mental health and well-being. During these challenging times, here are some tips and resources that can help you move through COVID-19 and beyond.
Providing effective care to marginalized populations becomes easier thanks to The Hotel Study
Nearly 75 per cent of adults living in marginalized housing live with some form of a mental illness, suggests a longitudinal study by researchers from BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services, University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University.
kʷikʷəƛ̓əm gifts historic warrior house post to watch over clients at the Red Fish Healing Centre
For the first time in over a century, a striking house post, carved from a 600-year-old cedar tree, had been unveiled and placed on the primary lands of the Kwikwetlem First Nation.
Understanding the root causes of addiction this International Overdose Awareness Day
This International Overdose Awareness Day, experts from BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services explain why treatment and addressing the root causes of addiction are important parts of B.C.’s ongoing overdose crisis response.
Harnessing the power of art and nature for recovery
Read the story of how a mural in the Hummingbird Room at the Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction came to life.
Annmarie’s story: The power of community and creativity in overcoming trauma
This is the story of Annmarie, who experienced childhood trauma and abuse at the hands of her former spouse. Today, she looks back on her life with a clearer understanding of how trauma affected her life, and shares what allowed her to heal.
BC nurses become the first in Canada to prescribe life-saving opioid agonist treatment
Meet Jessica Martens, a registered psychiatric nurse who became one of the first certified nurses in the Provincial Health Services Authority to prescribe Suboxone. She joins a team of nurses who were trained to support the toxic drug crisis response.