Sharing Our Stories


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​All our wellness stories in one place.

    National Nursing Week Profile: Kate Hodgson

    May. 12, 2021 Sharing Wisdom

    When the task is too big for one person to overcome alone, Kate Hodgson is ready to answer the call. In the midst of an opioid overdose epidemic she provides clinical support, guidance and resources to point-of-care nurses.​

    National Nursing Week Profile: Suzanna Ho

    May. 12, 2021 Sharing Wisdom

    ​Suzanna Ho, Manager, Client and Quality Experience, is a member of the Chief Nursing Office in the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA).

    National Nursing Week Profile: Amber Froste

    May. 11, 2021 Sharing Wisdom

    ​Amber Froste has always had a passion for working in First Nations health and now, as the Community Health Nurse for the Okanagan Indian Band, she enjoys building relationships with the community while providing resources and care.​

    Good Medicine: Calling all Wellness Champions!

    Jul. 24, 2020 Sharing Wisdom

    ​The First Nations Health Authority wants to help you tell your stories and share your wellness journeys to help inspire others! Stories of inspirational role models are just one part of the Good Medicine Initiative.​

    Communities Connect with Virtual Stick Game Tournament

    Jul. 10, 2020 Day of Wellness

    ​​​​​Use your imagination and play virtual games with your friends and family!​

    BC First Nations Wellness Champion: Stacie Coutlee

    Jul. 2, 2020 Sharing Wisdom
    ​Stacie is from Upper Nicola Band.
     
    She is the daughter of
    Jake and Monica Coutlee.
     
    She is also a mother of two sons,
    Jaimin and Evan Casimir.

    Are you ready to unplug and get out in nature?

    May. 5, 2020 Sharing Wisdom



    We are on a new journey at this time, staying home as advised by Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC top health official, and keeping our physical distancing from others. On April 22, 2020 marked the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. It's our opportunity to make more time to get back into nature!

    BC First Nations Wellness Champion: Jessie Newman from Skidegate, Haida Gwaii

    Mar. 17, 2020 Sharing Wisdom

    ​Motivated by family, Jessie is helping others.​

    “Nurturing Spirit”: Rest and relaxation are good for our health and wellness

    Oct. 31, 2019 Sharing Wisdom



    This month's messages, from Dr. Shannon McDonald, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, are related to our Nurturing Spirit wellness stream: the first is on why making time to rest from our busy lives is so essential for our health, and the second is on how we can help ourselves to regularly get a good night's sleep.​

    30x30 Tips: Bone Health and Staying Active

    Sep. 25, 2019 Sharing Wisdom

    ​Staying active is good for us inside and out! Even our bones benefit from regular physical activity. Here’s some more information on bone health from Dr. Unjali Mahorta from the FNHA’s Office of the Chief Medical Officer. ​

    Do you have a story to share?
    Please tell us! Email the Wellness Team at wellness@fnha.ca


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