2 months ago
Province encourages precautions in areas with reduced air quality or under hot conditions
Residents throughout Newfoundland and Labrador are encouraged to take precautions to protect their health due to smoke from wildfires, both in Labrador and in Quebec, that may cause a reduction in air quality. The following groups are considered at higher risk of experiencing health effects from smoke: Minor symptoms can include headaches, a mild cough, […]
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2 months ago
Health Canada reports recall of Thermos-brand items
Over 1 million units of Thermos-brand items are being recalled by the company due to the risk of potential injuries. Health Canada issued the recall Monday, letting consumers know the products could pose a hazard of impact and laceration. The recall includes Stainless King Food Jars, which were manufactured before July 2023, with model numbers […]
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2 months ago
Disruption of laboratory services at Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of laboratory services at Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre in Botwood until: Emergency blood collection services will be unavailable. If emergency blood collection services are required, patients will be transported to another health-care facility. If routine laboratory services are required, patients may […]
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2 months ago
Child and Youth Advocate looking at how other provinces with CorCare handle child health records
Premier Tony Wakeham says he will revise a policy that made it more difficult for parents to access their children’s medical records once they turned 12. As NTV’s Ben Cleary reports, the Child and Youth Advocate says better communication from the health authority was needed as the policy framework was being developed.
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