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‘It’s a safe space’

‘It’s a safe space’

Posted Jun 26th, 2023

Environmental Services Aide Jill Cameron, who identifies as non-binary queer, says they’re grateful for Niagara Health’s outright displays of support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

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McMaster University recognizes 12 Niagara Health physicians and staff for excellence in teaching

McMaster University recognizes 12 Niagara Health physicians and staff for excellence in teaching

Posted Jun 22nd, 2023

They were recently recognized with awards of excellence for their outstanding teaching and support of students at the Niagara Regional Campus of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine.

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Hospital Spotlight: ‘I can live a normal life now,’ says three-time kidney transplant recipient

Hospital Spotlight: ‘I can live a normal life now,’ says three-time kidney transplant recipient

Posted Jun 15th, 2023

It took three kidney transplants to save Scott Skrubbeltrang's life.

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Niagara Health President and CEO receives honorary diploma from Niagara College

Niagara Health President and CEO receives honorary diploma from Niagara College

Posted Jun 14th, 2023

Bestowing Lynn Guerriero with an honorary diploma in Health Studies is symbolic of the strong partnership between Niagara College and Niagara Health.

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Peer-based addiction program receives international attention

Peer-based addiction program receives international attention

Posted Jun 13th, 2023

Following a rigorous evaluation process, Niagara Health’s Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Peer Support program has been named a Leading Practice. The certification is based on innovative and people-focused practices that demonstrate a positive change related to safe, reliable, accessible and integrated care.

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Canada, NH offer PSW freedom to live as his true self

Canada, NH offer PSW freedom to live as his true self

Posted Jun 9th, 2023

Ricardo Craveiro Blanco left Venezuela seven years ago to live and work safely and freely as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

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Niagara Health welcomes new leader

Niagara Health welcomes new leader

Posted Jun 8th, 2023

Simon Akinsulie will oversee professional and interprofessional practice and clinical support as Executive Vice-President, Practice, Clinical Support and Chief Nursing Executive.

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Former CFL kicker gives back to Niagara Health Cardiology Program

Former CFL kicker gives back to Niagara Health Cardiology Program

Posted Jun 7th, 2023

As thanks for the care he received when he had a heart attack and stroke, Dan Giancola raised enough money to buy Niagara Health a new electrocardiography machine.

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Keeping Niagara Health’s Emergency Departments open

Keeping Niagara Health’s Emergency Departments open

Posted May 31st, 2023

Changes to Fort Erie and Port Colborne Urgent Care Centres ensure we are able to continue prioritizing emergency needs for residents with serious, and potentially life-threatening conditions and injuries amid health human resources challenges.

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We must put primary care first

We must put primary care first

Posted May 25th, 2023

It’s the foundation of Canada’s healthcare system. It’s vital to preventative care, health education and the management of chronic conditions. Importantly, it’s where patients turn for care when they are sick with a non-emergent illness. I’m talking about comprehensive primary care.

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