There will be a virtual ER operating at the Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre today and Saturday.

The virtual ER will be in place from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. today and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

The change in status is due to human resource challenges.

Residents can proceed to the ER at Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre as usual. There will be a health-care professional onsite, as well as a physician or nurse practitioner by video.