The provincial health authority has launched a usability testing program called human factors testing at the Health Innovation Acceleration Centre in St. John’s. This new initiative utilizes real people to test the design of medical devices, ensuring that these devices are safe, more intuitive, and effective for healthcare providers and patients. One of the first […]
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After one of the worst flu seasons in this province’s history last year, the Chief Medical Officer is reminding the public the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu and covid this season. NTV’s Beth Penney reports.
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Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Janice Fitzgerald will hold a media availability today to discuss the fall vaccination plan for influenza and COVID-19. Vaccination clinics are available by appointment at various clinics across the province starting today. Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are also available at no cost through participating local pharmacies and family physicians.
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Officials hosted a tour at the new Ambulatory Health Hub in the former Costco building in the east end of St. John’s this weekend. The facility expects to welcome its first patients on Tuesday. NTV’s Rosie Mullaley reports.
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Today, the Smilezone Foundation will unveil six new Smilezone spaces at the Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John’s. The spaces are designed to spark joy, comfort, and calm for children and families during their care journeys. The unveiling also marks a milestone, the 500th Smilezone created across Canada. Smilezone Foundation is a […]
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