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6 months ago

NL Health Services provides update for Rufus Guinchard Health Centre

Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders from:   When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER at Rufus Guinchard Health Centre as usual where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. The emergency department staff will be supported by a […]

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6 months ago

Changes to after-hours access at James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is advising the public of a change of access at James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, in Gander. New security doors have been installed inside the main entrance of the facility, next to registration. Access to the emergency department through the main entrance is not affected, however, effective Monday, Dec. 22, these doors […]

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6 months ago

CMO Dr. Janice Fitzgerald urges everyone to get vaccinated during severe flue season

Chief Medical Officer Dr. Janice Fitzgerald held a media availability Thursday urging everyone to get vaccinated amid an early and concerning start to the flu season. Residents are encouraged to book their vaccination appointments by: The influenza season has started earlier than usual in parts of Canada, with public health officials warning of higher than […]

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6 months ago

Public Health strongly recommends vaccination this flu season

The Department of Health and Community Services is advising of an early and concerning start to this year’s influenza season in Canada and globally. Public health is strongly recommending everyone six months of age and older receive their flu shot as soon as they can. Residents are encouraged to book their vaccination appointments by: The […]

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