Picture of Health A Year of Progress in Northern BC
A year into BCs regional health authority plan the Northern Health Authority reports progress across several programs. New Northern Medical School spaces at University of Northern BC aim to boost northern doctors. Prince George sees 11 new physicians and 27 nurses at Prince George Regional Hospital. A rural locum program expands specialist access. Terrace gains 1.4 million renal dialysis capacity reducing patient travel. Prince George Regional Hospital adds 50 million for ER and ICU plus a 3.4 million MRI. Dawson Creek opens Rotary Manor for seniors and Vanderhoof proceeds a 7.5 million 50 bed lodge replacement. Challenges remain including wait lists and aging population needs. Continuous modernization aims for accessible sustainable affordable public health care.