Health Quality BC

July 31 is fast approaching. Don't miss your chance to nominate the people and projects that are improving the quality of care in in BC. Nominate today at https://ow.ly/jqwk50SHJof

"We have to listen. It's not always easy. Sometimes those voices are really quiet." Watch Trevor's Health Talks presentation as he shares his hopes for health care: https://ow.ly/IMEH50SKz7F

As we celebrate #SelfCareDay, let’s remember that taking care of our #MentalHealth is crucial to caring for our overall #WellBeing.     Self-care practices can support your mental health and happiness. From setting boundaries to finding hobbies that make you happy, there are countless ways to practice self-care. Take some time to identify and practice activities that bring you joy!    Learn more from Canadian Mental Health Association on how to take care of your whole self: https://lnkd.in/gvjxgn5Z 

Last chance to express your interest in LOUD in the ED. Learning about Opioid Use Disorder in the Emergency Department – LOUD in the ED – is aimed at accelerating improvement of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) care in EDs across BC. It's led by Health Quality BC in partnership with Emergency Care BC and the BC Centre on Substance Use. Learn more and express your interest: https://ow.ly/z4yI50SIz5z

Join our team as Director, People & Strategy! Learn more about the role and apply by July 31, 2024: https://ow.ly/I4jA50SGpfO

Starting Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) in the Emergency Department (ED) nearly doubles the likelihood that patients will follow up with addiction treatment. Amid an ongoing public health emergency, we know that this saves lives. Learning about Opioid Use Disorder in the Emergency Department – LOUD in the ED – is aimed at accelerating improvement of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) care in EDs across BC. It’s led by Health Quality BC in partnership with Emergency Care BC and the BC Centre on Substance Use. Join our second information session on July 22 to learn more about the collaborative, workstreams, and more. This session will include open time to answer any of your questions, including what participation could look like for you. Register today: https://lnkd.in/g7vTxfJP

Everyone has a role when it comes to identifying healthcare harm. You can be a leader within your organization by broadening your understanding of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual harm. Register for Canadian Patient Safety Week to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gKiCw9Tn #CPSW2024

Abstracts can be submitted in one of two categories, depending on the stage of your work. Outcomes are initiatives underway or complete with demonstrated results and lessons that can be shared. Projects do not have to be considered a success – there are always valuable learning opportunities! Ideas describe innovative thinking, promising practices or emerging ways of how to improve care that are too young to have results. You can seek input, inspire collaboration or spark action at an early stage. Learn about the scoring criteria for each category and submit your abstract today: https://ow.ly/YpEf50SCwG8 The deadline for submissions is September 6, 2024.

We're excited to collaborate once again with the Washington Patient Safety Coalition and the Oregon Patient Safety Commission to present the Northwest Patient Safety Conference! The conference will focus on what patients and health care providers can do together to improve safety, quality, and outcomes. Registration is now open for the virtual event taking place October 15 and 16, 2024: https://ow.ly/eKh350Svzw0

"The one thing patient safety needs more than anything else is diverse perspectives." Watch Satyan Chari's Quality Forum 2024 plenary presentation on enhancing patient safety through people, ideas and innovation. https://lnkd.in/gTGfWpdD