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2 months ago

Growing debate over the future of Canada’s public health care system

A growing debate over the future of Canada’s public health care system has reached this province. NAPE, and the NL NDP are calling on government to protect publicly funded care. As Alberta pushes ahead with expanding private healthcare, concerns are growing that the changes could ripple beyond the province’s borders. Newfoundland and Labrador’s largest public […]

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Nurse suspended for professional misconduct involving patient photo

A Newfoundland and Labrador licensed practical nurse has been found guilty of professional misconduct after taking a photo of a vulnerable patient and sending it to a colleague along with inappropriate text messages. The complaint against Trina Noble stemmed from an incident at the Baie Verte Peninsula Health Care Centre in October 2021 while she […]

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Province expands coverage for cleft lip and palate care

The provincial government is expanding coverage for children with a cleft lip and/or palate in response to concerns raised by families across the province. Government will now cover the initial assessment fee, increase the maximum amount covered per treatment, and provide funding for up to five treatments.

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Public tours available for new emergency department at Health Sciences Centre

Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services is hosting public tours at the new emergency department located at the Health Sciences Centre, 300 Prince Phillip Drive in St. John’s. The new emergency department opens for patient care on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Tours will be available on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 […]

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