1 month ago
New pilot program increases Schedevac flights in coastal Labrador
The provincial government has introduced a pilot program to increase Schedevac flights for coastal Labrador communities in an effort to reduce delays and improve access to health care. Minister of Labrador Affairs, Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, and Health and Community Services Minister Lela Evans announced the additional flights on Thursday alongside representatives from Indigenous governments […]
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Province commits to enhanced wildfire suppression and emergency services resources for Labrador
The province is further enhancing wildfire suppression and emergency service resources in Labrador. Minister Forsey made the announcement in Labrador West, joined by Labrador West MHA Joe Power, Wabush Mayor Gertie Canning, and Labrador City Mayor Jordan Brown. To further support wildfire suppression resources in Labrador, the province will: “In the past days and weeks, […]
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Health minister enhances medical transportation for coastal Labrador
Health minister Lela Evans made an emotional announcement today for enhancing health care for coastal Labrador. Evans says far too often, Northern Labrador residents are not able to get out of their communities to access timely health care, leading to the loss of too many Indigenous people, much too young. NTV’s Marykate O’Neill reports.
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Rabies confirmed in bat in Trinity Bay area
The Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands is confirming a case of rabies in a bat in the Trinity Bay area. This is the second detection of rabies in a bat in the province. The first detection occurred in Cartwright in 2004. Rabies is a fatal disease of mammals that is usually spread by the […]
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