Ministry of Health Services NEWS http://www.news.gov.bc.ca/ The latest headlines for Ministry of Health Services en-us Copyright © 2011, Province of British Columbia 5 Report finds all B.C. radiologists licensed appropriately VICTORIA – The first phase of a review into concerns regarding the quality of medical scans in British Columbia has concluded all physicians currently providing medical scan interpretation in the province are appropriately qualified and licensed. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0014-000244.htm Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:38:22 GMT MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER OF HEALTH SERVICES ON WOMEN'S DAY Minister of Health Services Colin Hansen issued the following statement on International Women's Day, March 8, 2011. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0013-000217.htm Tue, 08 Mar 2011 22:05:27 GMT JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON CHILDHOOD OBESITY VICTORIA – Childhood obesity rates have almost tripled in the last 25 years. To combat that trend and engage Canadians to find a solution, governments across Canada have launched Our Health Our Future, a national dialogue that will make recommendations for action. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0012-000202.htm Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:49:36 GMT AGREEMENT RATIFIED WITH HEALTH SCIENCE PROFESSIONALS VICTORIA – The Health Employers Association of BC has now ratified a two-year agreement with the Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association (HSPBA) under the Province’s 2010 mandate. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FIN0017-000193.htm Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:32:42 GMT JIM PATTISON OUTPATIENT CENTRE TO OPEN IN 100 DAYS SURREY – Representatives from the Province and Fraser Health started a 100-day countdown to the opening of its newest health centre by announcing a brand new name, launching a $10-million fundraising campaign by the Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0010-000152.htm Mon, 21 Feb 2011 18:00:51 GMT CONCERN REGARDING MEDICAL SCAN QUALITY IDENTIFIED VICTORIA – Dr. Doug Cochrane, the physician leading the investigation into the quality of medical scans in British Columbia, has been informed of a third investigation, this time involving a radiologist at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Comox. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0008-000135.htm Mon, 14 Feb 2011 23:21:44 GMT IS YOUR HEART HEALTHY THIS VALENTINE’S DAY? VICTORIA – When most of us think of Valentine’s Day we think of hearts. This year, think about showing your heart some love by considering some simple ways to ensure you are heart healthy. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0006-000126.htm Sun, 13 Feb 2011 23:45:49 GMT INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED INTO MEDICAL SCANS VANCOUVER – Health Services Minister Colin Hansen has appointed Dr. Doug Cochrane to lead an independent investigation after two health authorities reported issues around the quality of CT scan and obstetrical ultrasound readings. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0007-000128.htm Fri, 11 Feb 2011 18:44:19 GMT NEW ICU AT RIH WILL RESULT IN IMPROVED CRITICAL CARE KAMLOOPS – Staff, physicians and guests filled the new $11-million Intensive Care Unit on the third floor of Royal Inland Hospital today to celebrate the unit’s official opening. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0005-000072.htm Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:40:38 GMT NEW LIST OF DRUG REVIEW EXPERTS NAMED VICTORIA – B.C. is further enhancing its drug review process by bringing in more experts and allowing for increased transparency and more timely decisions when it comes to reviewing drugs. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011HSERV0004-000054.htm Fri, 21 Jan 2011 18:15:59 GMT