NURS 110: The Profession of Nursing

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Provides access to British Columbia residents on 5,000 health topics and access to services. For non-emergency health information, dialling 8-1-1 connects you with a nurse, pharmacist or dietician who is available to discuss your health concerns; both website and phone service are free and accessible 24 hours a day.Access to non-emergency health information and advice

The Association of Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia (NNPBC) is the professional association that represents the voice of all four nursing designations in BC – RNs, LPNs, RPNs and NPs. By bringing all nursing designations under one roof, our association is a first of its kind in Canada, and presents a stronger, united nursing voice to influence health and social policy and advance the nursing profession.

The Ministry of Health has overall responsibility for ensuring that quality, appropriate, cost effective and timely health services are available for all people in B.C.

BCCDC provides health promotion and prevention services, analytical and policy support to government and health authorities, and diagnostic and treatment services to reduce communicable & chronic disease, preventable injury and environmental health risks.

We’re the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). As a health regulator, our legal obligation is to protect the public through the regulation of five distinct professions— licensed practical nurses, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, and midwives. Regulation allows BCCNM to set standards for nurses and midwives. These standards ensure the public receives safe, competent, and ethical care.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital. Their website provides information forchildren, parents and for older adults.

CNA is a powerhouse nursing organization leading the development of health policy across Canada. Representing Canada's 466,000 regulated nurses, across all 13 provinces and territories, we're the only focal point for the profession on the national stage

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Health Canada is responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. It ensures that high-quality health services are accessible, and works to reduce health risks.

Reports and publications from the Public Health Agency of Canada

This site provides reliable, easy-to-understand health and safety information to Canadians and healthcare professionals.

National organization that works for the awareness and prevention of elder abuse

Public Health Agency of Canada