UPDATED - Niagara Health Announces UCC Summer Hours
Niagara Health is announcing changes to the summer hours at the Fort Erie and Port Colborne Urgent Care Centres (UCCs) due to a critical shortage of available physicians.
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Changes to Urgent Care Centre Summer Hours
The Urgent Care Centres in Fort Erie and Port Colborne will see changes to summer hours starting in July and running into early September.
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When to Seek Medical Attention for Measles
If you and your loved ones are fully vaccinated, the risk of contracting measles is very low.
While most measles infections can be managed at home or with the support of a family doctor or nurse practitioner, some cases may require emergency medical attention.
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Consider care options for non-emergency concerns
Our Emergency Department (ED) staff and physicians are working hard to serve all patients with safe, quality care in a timely manner. EDs are a very dynamic environment and things can change quickly depending on the urgent needs of patients.
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Thank you to our emergency-trained doctors
Your dedication, leadership and humanity make a difference in the lives of countless patients and families.
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Niagara Health Releases 2024–2025 Annual Report
Niagara Health has released its 2024–2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of steady progress and major milestones as the organization works toward building a stronger, more modern hospital system for Niagara.
Who We Are
Niagara Health is entering an era of great opportunity and the inspiration behind this is one, unifying goal: To provide all of our patients, families, staff, physicians, students, learners and volunteers extraordinary experiences.
Building a Healthier Niagara
Momentum continues with the planning and construction of the South Niagara Hospital in Niagara Falls.
We are Niagara Health
Our team is made up of more than 7,300 employees, physicians, volunteers and patient partners who contribute to our purpose of providing Extraordinary Caring. Every Person. Every Time.
Innovation
Niagara Health Navigator is a mobile app that gives you access to a growing set of resources to help you navigate your care journey. Join us and the over 47,000 people who have already downloaded the app.
Physician Recruitment
Our more than 600 talented and caring physicians make a meaningful difference each day in the lives of our patients and their families.
News and Updates from Niagara Health
Back to school, back to routine
As both a pediatrician and a mom of two energetic boys, age 4 and 8, I know firsthand how exciting - and sometimes overwhelming - the back-to-school season can be. Shifting from summer freedom to school routines takes some preparation, but a few simple steps can make the transition smoother for kids and parents.
Niagara Health receives $250,000 grant to lead a provincial study on boosting community hospital research
Led by Dr. Jennifer Tsang, Executive Director and Chief Scientist of the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute (NHKI), it will involve interviewing leaders from community hospitals with established research departments to identify strategies that can increase research capacity.
‘Working here has enabled me to help others in my community:’ RNFAs support surgical patients
As patients are wheeled into the operating room, Registered Nurse First Assistants (RNFAs) are often the last faces they see before surgery, providing their final source of comfort and reassurance. These healthcare professionals are dedicated to preparing patients at every stage of the surgical process, including being a strong source of emotional support.
