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Finding a Home Far and Away

Finding a Home Far and Away

For recent UBC Okanagan School of Nursing graduate Nomawn Shahzad, doing a rural and remote practicum in Haida Gwaii turned out to be a life-changing decision. On the morning walk to his shift at the hospital, Nomawn watches the clouds glide along the shoreline. He passes the wharf where fishers prepare for their day. He […]

Nursing student’s travels reinforce how health connects us all
Blazing a path towards health equity

Blazing a path towards health equity

RAISED IN THE SMALL TOWN OF NELSON, IN BC’S KOOTENAYS […]

Caring for those facing life-limiting illness

Caring for those facing life-limiting illness

“HONESTLY, I WOULDN’T WANT TO DO ANYTHING ELSE,” explains Barbara […]

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Caring for those facing life-limiting illness

Caring for those facing life-limiting illness

“HONESTLY, I WOULDN’T WANT TO DO ANYTHING ELSE,” explains Barbara […]

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The resiliency of rural communities

The resiliency of rural communities

FLOODS AND FIRES HAVE BECOME COMMONPLACE IN CANADA and throughout […]

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The resiliency of rural communities

The resiliency of rural communities

FLOODS AND FIRES HAVE BECOME COMMONPLACE IN CANADA and throughout […]

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Contributing to a better world

Contributing to a better world

“I FELT LIKE IT’S JUST WHAT I AM MEANT TO […]

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Preparing the next generation of caregivers

Preparing the next generation of caregivers

HEALTH INFORMATION PRESENTED BY THE MEDIA is often controversial and […]

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Overcoming the fear of rejection

Overcoming the fear of rejection

SHE WOULD NEVER DARE compare herself to the familiar faces of […]

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