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Interior Health Hospital, community and long-term care services for B.C.'s Southern Interior region.

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The emergency department at Nicola Valley Hospital in will be closed effective immediately until 7 a.m. on Oct. 25, 20...
10/25/2026

The emergency department at Nicola Valley Hospital in will be closed effective immediately until 7 a.m. on Oct. 25, 2026. Patients can access emergency care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

People in the community who need life-threatening emergency care (i.e., chest pains, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding) should always call 911 for transport to the nearest available and appropriate facility.

Anyone unsure whether an emergency room visit is warranted can call HealthLink BC at 811 or visit healthlinkbc.ca for non-emergency health information from nurses, dietitians and pharmacists 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

Learn more: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/media/2026-10-24/temporary-service-interruption-nicola-valley-hospital-emergency-department

Attention ❗ We've issued a drug alert for a substance sold as dilaudid, dillies and hydromorphone containing high amoun...
10/22/2026

Attention ❗ We've issued a drug alert for a substance sold as dilaudid, dillies and hydromorphone containing high amounts of isotonitazene ⚠️ Please share to spread the word:https://www.interiorhealth.ca/sites/default/files/2026-10/kamloops-drug-alert-oct-22-2026.pdf

⚡Unlock your superpowers. Immunization helps your immune system recognize and fight serious diseases, helping protect yo...
10/22/2026

⚡Unlock your superpowers.

Immunization helps your immune system recognize and fight serious diseases, helping protect you, your loved ones and your community.

From peace of mind to more time doing the things you love, staying up to date on routine and seasonal immunizations is one of the simplest ways to support your health and those around you.

Swipe through to discover the superpowers immunization can help unlock and stay healthier this season. 🍂

🔗 Learn more: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-and-wellness/immunization-and-vaccines/get-immunized

Attention ❗ We've issued a drug alert for a substance sold as down, dope, tranq, and fentanyl containing high amounts o...
10/19/2026

Attention ❗ We've issued a drug alert for a substance sold as down, dope, tranq, and fentanyl containing high amounts of medetomidine, fluorofentanyl, and benzodiazepines ⚠️ Please share to spread the word:https://www.interiorhealth.ca/sites/default/files/PDFS/kootenays-drug-alert-oct-19-2026.pdf

⚡Unlock your prevention powers. Respiratory illness season is here, and small actions can make a big difference. From wa...
10/19/2026

⚡Unlock your prevention powers.

Respiratory illness season is here, and small actions can make a big difference.

From washing your hands and covering your cough to staying home when you're sick and keeping immunizations up to date, these habits help reduce the spread of illness and protect those around you.

Swipe through to discover prevention powers that can help keep you, your loved ones and your community healthier this season.

🔗Learn more: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/stories/2025-10-27/5-tips-fall-healthy-habits-season

The emergency department at Lillooet Hospital and Health Centre in will be unavailable during the following dates:▶️ S...
10/09/2026

The emergency department at Lillooet Hospital and Health Centre in will be unavailable during the following dates:

▶️ Saturday, Oct. 10 at 7 a.m. to Sunday, Oct. 11 at 8 a.m.
▶️ Monday, Oct. 12 at 7 a.m. to Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 8 a.m.

Patients can access emergency care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

People in the community who need life-threatening emergency care (i.e., chest pains, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding) should always call 911 for transport to the nearest available and appropriate facility.

Anyone unsure whether an emergency room visit is warranted can call HealthLink BC at 811 or visit healthlinkbc.ca for non-emergency health information from nurses, dietitians and pharmacists 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

Learn more: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/media/temporary-service-interruptions-lillooet-hospital-emergency-department-oct-9-2026

🔔 Bing! Did you hear that? Your invitation to roll up your sleeve may be on the way.Respiratory illness season has begun...
10/07/2026

🔔 Bing! Did you hear that? Your invitation to roll up your sleeve may be on the way.

Respiratory illness season has begun in B.C., and vaccine appointment invitations are starting to be sent to eligible residents through the Get Vaccinated system.

Free influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are available for people six months and older. Appointments begin as early as Oct. 13. Eligible seniors and Indigenous people may also qualify for RSV vaccination.

Learn more: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026HLTH0086-001123

People visiting Hospital and Health Centre are advised of temporary changes to emergency department (ED) access beginn...
10/06/2026

People visiting Hospital and Health Centre are advised of temporary changes to emergency department (ED) access beginning on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, for approximately three weeks.

These temporary access changes are necessary as the ED undergoes important health and safety infrastructure upgrades.

During this time, public access to the ED will be as follows:

▶️ From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Access the ED though the Home Health and Mental Health entrance located at the corner of 9th Avenue and Murray Street.
▶️ From 5 p.m. to 8 a.m.: Access the ED through the main hospital entrance. Please use the after-hours phone as usual and staff will provide further direction.

Learn more: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/media/temporary-changes-public-access-lillooet-hospital-health-centre-oct-6-2026

Attention ❗ We've issued a drug alert for a substance sold as down, dope, tranq, and fentanyl containing high amounts o...
10/05/2026

Attention ❗ We've issued a drug alert for a substance sold as down, dope, tranq, and fentanyl containing high amounts of medetomidine, fentanyl, and benzodiazepine ⚠️ Please share to spread the word:https://www.interiorhealth.ca/sites/default/files/2026-10/kamloops-drug-alert-oct-5-2026.pdf

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