Ts'ewulhtun Health Centre

Ts'ewulhtun Health Centre Ts’ewulhtun Health Centre manages public health and communicable disease control and provides health education programs for the Cowichan Tribes

Ts'ewulhtun Health Centre Goals:

1. Delivers programs and services that will encourage and enable individuals to adopt healthy lifestyles
2. Works together with the Cowichan Tribes Council, the Health Advisory Committee, All Services staff, other agencies, and the community to promote an environment, which is supportive of health lifestyle change
3. Incorporates into its programs and services the

traditional ways of the Cowichan people, which demonstrate respect for individuals, families, and the community.
4. Works towards a health service, which is controlled and managed by Cowichan people, and promotes independence, self-determination, and choice.
5. Ensures that the community receives the best care possiblethrough the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of all programs and services offered by the Centre and learning organization practice.
6. Preserves, promotes, and enhances the provision of safe, quality care to members and their families, as well as creates a health work environment or workplace.

Temperatures are rising this weekend and if you or someone you love takes medication, it can affect how your body handle...
06/13/2026

Temperatures are rising this weekend and if you or someone you love takes medication, it can affect how your body handles heat.

Here are 7 medications that can affect heat-related illness:

1 - Beta Blockers
2 - ACE Inhibitors
3 - Diuretics
4 - Anticholinergics
5 - Lithium
6 - Antidepressants
7 - Antipsychotics

The best way to prevent heat-related illness is to spend time in a COOL SPACE.

⚠ Need a place to cool down?
You can find a map of Cowichan Valley Cooling Resources here: https://shorturl.at/1C2Ah

Some people are more affected by heat, including:
• People with certain health conditions or disabilities
• People who use substances
• Sul‑hween (Elders)
• Pregnant women
• Young children

Check-in on your loved ones, especially those who are living alone. 🧡

Huy ch q'u.

Hwial’asmut ch tun’ s-ye’lh | Take care of your health

Temperatures are rising this weekend and it's important to know the signs of heat-related illness for yourself and other...
06/13/2026

Temperatures are rising this weekend and it's important to know the signs of heat-related illness for yourself and others!

⚠️ Signs of Heat Exhaustion:
• Skin rash, heavy sweating
• Dizziness, nausea, headache
• Rapid breathing, muscle cramps
• Extreme thirst, dark urine

ACTION: Move to a cool space, drink water and cool the skin with cold water or wet towels. You can find spaces to cool down on this map of Cowichan Valley Cooling Resources to: https://shorturl.at/1C2Ah

🚨 Signs of Heat Stroke:
• High body temp
• Fainting, confusion or lack of coordination
• Very hot, red skin

ACTION: Call 9-1-1 immediately and submerge body in cool water

Some may be more affected by the heat and will need extra care. Please check-in with your family members who live alone to ensure they have are staying cool and keeping safe.

Hwial’asmut ch tun’ s-ye’lh | Take care of your health

06/11/2026

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Dominique's number is 250-732-8958.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

06/10/2026

Here is the Yu-qw'iqw'ulus (June) Calendar for Sxe’ Xe’ Snuw’uy’ulth Indigenous Men’s Group!

Indigenous men are invited to join the group on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 4:00pm-6:00pm to share with the talking circle while learning how to make traditional feather spinners.

For more information, please contact Aaron Moore, Men's Group Facilitator at (250) 618-8846 or [email protected]

06/10/2026

Amy is the On-Call Counsellor for the morning of today, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. Amy's number is 250-732-0999.

Alwynne is the On-Call Counsellor for this afternoon from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. Alwynne's number is 250-732-5902.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888.

Huy ch q'u.

Our Children’s Health Drop-In Immunization Clinic is TODAY (June 9, 2026) at Hwialusmutul Community Health!Drop in from ...
06/09/2026

Our Children’s Health Drop-In Immunization Clinic is TODAY (June 9, 2026) at Hwialusmutul Community Health!

Drop in from 9:00am - 11:00am or 1:00pm - 3:00pm to connect with our friendly nurses, make sure your child’s immunizations are up to date, and get your health-related questions answered.

There will be snacks, and fun activities for children to enjoy.

Transportation is available.🧡

For more information, or to book an appointment with the Hwialusmutul Community Health team, please call (250) 715-1024 or email [email protected]

06/09/2026

Elizabeth is the On-Call Counsellor for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Elizabeth's number is 250-246-7148.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

06/09/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MAY ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSH WINNER - VIRGINIA JACK!

Each month, when you visit Ts’ewulhtun Dental Clinic for an appointment, dental supplies, or to update your information you’ll be entered to WIN an Oral B Pro 500+ Electric Toothbrush!

Come see us at the clinic - the next winner could be YOU! ✨

The Mamas & Me'mun'u Counselling Group gathers every Monday at Cowichan Tribes Youth Centre from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Woul...
06/08/2026

The Mamas & Me'mun'u Counselling Group gathers every Monday at Cowichan Tribes Youth Centre from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Would you like to join?

The supportive group for pregnant and postpartum Indigenous women (and their 0-12 month old babies) is offered by Kwun'atsustul Counselling and Hwialusmutul' Community Health.

Transportation and childcare is available.

Contact Ann-Marie at (250) 732-0417 or [email protected] to join the group!

It's a great way to connect with other mamas and learn valuable skills!

06/08/2026

Edward is the On-Call Counsellor for Monday, June 8, 2026, from 10:30am to 12:00pm and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Edward's number is 250-732-5372.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Address

5768 Allenby Road
Duncan, BC
V9L5J1

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12507466184

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