NL Health Services provides service update for central zone
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at the following Central Zone sites:
A.M. Guy Memorial Health Centre, Buchans
Friday, August 7 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, August 12 at 5:00 p.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Saturday, August 8 at 8:00 a.m. until Sunday, August 9 at 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, August 11 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, August 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Monday, August 10 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, August 11 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 12 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, August 13 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, August 7 from 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Tuesday, August 11 at 4:30 p.m. until Thursday, August 13 at 8:00 a.m.
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER as usual where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. The emergency department staff will be supported by a physician who will be available virtually.
In case of emergency: Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency. If you are unsure if you should go to the emergency department, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
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