The Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association has launched a new database that is meant to reduce the time doctors spend on paperwork. The Newfoundland and Labrador Prescription Drug Program Criteria Database, which was developed in collaboration with Department of Health and Community Services, the province’s Chief Information Officer, and e-Docs NL, will allow prescribers to […]
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A temporary staffing shortage at the Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre will result in a closure of the emergency department today, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. On Tuesday, August 22 and Wednesday, August 23 there will be a Virtual ER from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. with closures at 2:00 p.m each day. The emergency department reopens […]
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The emergency department at the A. M. Guy Memorial Health Centre in Buchans will close at 8:00 a.m. this morning and will reopen on Saturday morning at 9:00 due to a staffing shortage. Area residents requiring emergency services are advised to call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room in Grand Falls-Windsor. The 811 […]
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The Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association liked what they heard from government today. They’re pleased the province is attempting to address their concerns but they’re still taking a wait and see attitude. NTV’s David Salter reports.
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Government says it will implement all recommendations made by the Provincial Surgical Task Force to help reduce surgical wait times in Newfoundland and Labrador. Tom Osborne, Minister of Health and Community services, made the announcement today during the latest health care action update. Established in 2022, the task force has delivered its report, with 32 […]
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