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Niagara Falls commits $30 million in support of South Niagara hospital

Niagara Falls commits $30 million in support of South Niagara hospital

Posted Jul 12th, 2023

Niagara Falls city council has voted in favour of committing $30 million in support of the South Niagara hospital.

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Niagara Health employee’s curiosity spurs critical patient falls research

Niagara Health employee’s curiosity spurs critical patient falls research

Posted Jul 6th, 2023

After noticing a spike in patient falls during the pandemic, Virginia Pullar initiated a research project that provides key insights about patient safety for frontline healthcare workers.

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Changes to Urgent Care Clinic hours take effect Wednesday  

Changes to Urgent Care Clinic hours take effect Wednesday  

Posted Jul 4th, 2023

Effective Wednesday, July 5, the Urgent Care Centres (UCCs) in Fort Erie and Port Colborne will operate from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.  

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People are at the heart of quality care

People are at the heart of quality care

Posted Jul 4th, 2023

A Message from Niagara Health President and CEO, Lynn Guerriero, on the multi-dimensional nature of healthcare. "Quality care is grounded in evidence, delivered in the right place and at the right time, with appropriately trained and qualified staff, and is built on strong partnerships."

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Niagara Health first hospital in the world to purchase Indigenous-supplied, branded medical gloves

Niagara Health first hospital in the world to purchase Indigenous-supplied, branded medical gloves

Posted Jul 3rd, 2023

Niagara Health played a pivotal role in establishing a partnership with Indigenous medical supplier MSS to help build an Indigenous value-based supply chain.

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‘I never thought I was at risk at all’ - Stroke patient

‘I never thought I was at risk at all’ - Stroke patient

Posted Jun 29th, 2023

After suffering a stroke last November, David Horton is feeling largely back to normal thanks to his wife, Brenda, and Niagara Health’s Stroke Care team.

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Niagara Health welcomes new Board Chair and Board members at Annual Meeting

Niagara Health welcomes new Board Chair and Board members at Annual Meeting

Posted Jun 28th, 2023

Niagara Health is thrilled to welcome six new Board of Directors who were appointed during the Annual Meeting (AM) on June 27. We are also pleased to announce Marylee O’Neill has been appointed Board Chair, effective immediately.

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Niagara Health releases annual report

Niagara Health releases annual report

Posted Jun 28th, 2023

Niagara Health held its first in-person Annual Meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic and released its 2022-23 Annual Report.

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Niagara Health celebrates transformative care with 2023 Awards of Excellence

Niagara Health celebrates transformative care with 2023 Awards of Excellence

Posted Jun 28th, 2023

On Tuesday, June 27, Niagara Health hosted an awards ceremony at the St. Catharines hospital, celebrating 13 team members through nine awards that align with the organization’s focus on Transforming Care.

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Niagara Health provides clarification about UCCs

Niagara Health provides clarification about UCCs

Posted Jun 28th, 2023

We understand people are upset about the upcoming reduction of hours at our Urgent Care Centres (UCCs) in Fort Erie and Port Colborne. It was not an easy decision, but it is necessary to ensure we can continue to provide around-the-clock emergency care to all Niagara residents.

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