The FNHA and BCPSQC would like to thank those who participated in our cultural humility webinar action series event #2: Learning and Advancing the Recommendations of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission with Shelley Joseph.

Did you miss it? Watch it and find more info on our webinar series here! 

A message from the FNHA's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Evan Adams

Flu season is once again lurking around the corner, but the good news is that there are things we can do to protect ourselves - and in turn, our communities - from coming down with a nasty case of it. The most powerful of these things is getting the flu shot and getting it early.

Read the full blog here. 

The FNHA has just released, Cultural Safety and Humility: Key Drivers and Ideas for Change. This document contains key enablers, actions and specific ideas that can support health service staff and allies to achieve our collective BC health systems goal of culturally safe health services for First Nations and Aboriginal people in BC.

Read and download it here! 

The First Nations Health Authority is pleased to share our 2015-2016 Health Benefits Annual Report. Highlights from this year’s report include: ongoing increase of cultural safety and humility through provider training requirements, increased numbers of clients accessing health benefits services, increased investments in medical transportation and growth of providers supporting the program.

Read the full report here. 

Colonization has impacted a people’s story. In our spheres of influence, both personally and professionally, we must situate cultural safety in place, in the land, and in the geography in which we work, play, and live. How will you get to know the story specific to your place? What does investing in cultural safety look like in your organization to make impactful change?

Join Brad Anderson and Vanessa Mitchell from Interior Health as they explore the importance of understanding a people’s story in the realm of cultural safety.

Find out more here! 

The FNHA has just completed an update of our Health Careers Guidebook! Whether you are a youth curious about your career path or an adult considering something new, this resource provides information around health career and related options, scholarship and grant opportunities, First Nations and Aboriginal student resource centres, personal stories and much more!  

​Download the Health Careers Guidebook 2.0 here​!

Did you know?

The majority of people that have undiagnosed diabetes experience no symptoms at all?

1 in 2 people worldwide who have diabetes are undiagnosed?

World Diabetes Day is taking place on Monday, November 14th and this year’s focus is on the importance of screening. Early and frequent screening for common diseases and medical conditions helps to keep you in control of your health by keeping you informed. Information is power! Health screening enables you to:

• Detect diseases or medical conditions early, providing you the opportunity to seek early treatment and care 
• Develop a holistic health plan for long-term health and wellness
• Understand your areas of risk that could develop into future medical conditions – whether it be family history, environmental risks, associated medical risks or lifestyle risks  
• Keep a track of your health and wellness by providing a record of results over time

One common misconception surrounding diabetes is that a person who has developed diabetes will experience symptoms of the illness, prompting them to get checked. However, the majority of people that have undiagnosed diabetes experience no symptoms at all.

Screening means getting checked when you have no symptoms. Unfortunately, First Nations and Aboriginal people experience higher rates of diabetes, which makes early detection and treatment even more important.

This November 14th, take charge of your health and wellness by getting screened for diabetes. Help the International Diabetes Federation achieve their goal of one million worldwide screenings in one day. Share it on social media - #Test2Prevent.

For more on World Diabetes Day including posters and resources here. 

The deadline for FNHA Winter Wellness grants is November 10! 

Organizations, schools and agencies that are engaged in direct health service delivery to BC First Nations and/or Aboriginal people may be eligible for funding to host a Community-Driven Winter Wellness Event or initiative. 

Find out more here. 

Take Care of Yourself, Man!
Wednesday, November 9, 2016 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am (PST)
Will peer health mentoring result in successful reintegration and achievement of health goals for men leaving federal correctional facilities in BC?

Looking Back at Our Traditional Roles in Midwifery: Looking Forward to our New Roles as Doulas and Midwives
Tuesday, November 15, 2016 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am (PST)
Looking back at our traditional roles in Midwifery; looking forward to our new roles as Doulas and Midwives.

When Less is More – A Pharmacist's Perspective on Managing Multiple Meds
Tuesday, November 22, 2016 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am (PST)
What's in My Medicine Cabinet? Right medicine? Over medicating? Stay calm, ask your pharmacist!

Pre-registration is required but easy! Click here for all the info. 

Community Health Nurse (F/T)
Location(s): Lillooet
Deadline: November 16, 2016 at 4:00pm
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Community Health Nurse (P/T)
Location(s): Alexis Creek
Deadline: November 16, 2016 at 4:00pm
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Lead, IIMS Release Management
Location(s): Vancouver
Deadline: November 10, 2016 at 4:00PM
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Benefit Support Representative
Location(s): Vancouver
Deadline: November 11, 2016 at 4:00pm
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Coordinator, Knowledge Exchange
Location(s): Vancouver
Deadline: November 17, 2016 at 4:00pm
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CEC Coast Tsimshian
Location(s): Prince Rupert
Deadline: November 11, 2016 at 4:00pm
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Community Health Nurse (F/T)
Location(s): Lytton
Deadline: November 18, 2016 at 4:00pm
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Lead, Corporate Policy Development
Location(s): Vancouver
Deadline: November 9, 2016 4:00pm
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Health Service Coordinator
Organization: Tsleil Waututh Nation
Location(s): North Vancouver BC
Deadline: Nov 13, 2016 by 5:00 PM
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Community Health Nurse
Organization: Sts'ailes Health Services
Location(s): Agassiz BC
Deadline: Nov 16, 2016 by 5:00 PM
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Aboriginal Supported Child Development: Youth Worker
Organization: Denisiqi Service Society
Location(s): Williams Lake BC
Deadline: Nov 14, 2016 by 5:00 PM
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Occupational Therapist
Organization: Cowichan Tribes
Location(s): Duncan BC
Deadline: Nov 14, 2016 by 5:00 PM
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Health Service Administrator
Organization: Gitga'at First Nation
Location(s): Hartley Bay B.C.
Deadline: Nov 7, 2016 by 5:00 PM
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