1 year ago
Tories call to reinstate 24-hour emergency care in Botwood
The local emergency room in Botwood has been a hot button issue in the last provincial elections. The Tories are once again raising the issue of reinstating 24 hour emergency care. NTV’s Colleen Lewis has the story.
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1 year ago
Health minister promises action plan after scathing AG report on personal care homes
The provincial government finally spoke out today about a scathing report on personal care homes that included two deaths and allegations of abuse. Health Minister John Haggie says he has directed the health authority to work with the province to develop an action plan to improve conditions at personal care homes, but he’s not aware […]
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1 year ago
Disruption of blood collection and x-ray services at Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre
Effective immediately there is a temporary disruption of blood collection and non-urgent medical imaging services at Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre in Port aux Basques. Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services says the disruption is until further notice. During this time, patients may choose to travel to Corner Brook or Stephenville for laboratory services or […]
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1 year ago
Opposition calls for investigation into death, abuse claims in AG report on personal care homes
The opposition is calling for a police investigation into the deaths and abuse claims in the Auditor General’s report on personal care homes. NTV’s Bailey Howard reports.
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