‘It’s 15 minutes of your time’
Avia Whitehorne is on a mission to encourage women over 50 to book regular mammograms after cancerous cells were discovered during the Niagara Health employee’s own routine check-up.
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Updated statement from Niagara Health regarding our Sexual Assault Domestic Violence treatment program
We are sensitive to the unique care needs of survivors of sexual assault and/or domestic violence and are committed to providing them with safe, quality and timely care through our Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (SADV) program.
‘From the time I accessed the website to seeing someone, it took 45 minutes from the comfort of my own home.’ — Niagara Virtual Urgent Care patient
Ninety per cent of patients who use this new virtual service are receiving the care they need on a timely basis and avoiding an unnecessary Emergency Department visit.
La pénurie de personnel entraîne la fermeture temporaire du centre de soins d’urgence mineure de Port Colborne pendant 16 heures
En raison de la pénurie de personnel, le Centre de soins d’urgence mineure de Port Colborne doit fermer temporairement à partir du samedi 8 octobre à 16 h jusqu’au dimanche 9 octobre à 8 h.
The Port Colborne Urgent Care Centre is now open
The Port Colborne Urgent Care Centre (UCC) is now open after a staffing shortage required it to temporarily close from Saturday, Oct. 8, at 4 p.m. to Sunday, Oct. 9, at 8 a.m.
Sources of renewal and the keys to health leadership
Dr. Shira Brown joined the Today’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Future podcast to share her perspectives on health leadership as a source and function of renewal when making a difference in someone's life. She talks about the value of team and having a work family, as well as the role leadership plays.
Chalking up gratitude for healthcare workers
Welland woman and mother of Niagara Health Registered Practical Nurse takes to the sidewalk to send messages of support to healthcare workers.
Remember: Wear a mask and screen for COVID-19 before visiting a Niagara Health site
Screening for COVID-19 symptoms continues to be an important step for stopping the spread of this highly contagious virus. Niagara Health is reminding all patients and visitors to screen for COVID-19 symptoms before entering the hospital by filling out the online form. Be prepared to show your results when asked.
Rappel : Portez un masque et répondez aux questions de dépistage de la COVID-19 avant de vous présenter à un des sites de Santé Niagara
Le dépistage des symptômes de la COVID-19 demeure une mesure importante pour prévenir la propagation de ce virus très contagieux. L’équipe de Santé Niagara rappelle à tous les patients et à tous les visiteurs de faire un dépistage des symptômes de la COVID-19 avant d’entrer dans l’hôpital; il suffit de remplir le formulaire en ligne à NiagaraHealth.on.ca/Form. Soyez prêt à montrer vos résultats quand on vous le demandera.
Healthcare and learning Indigenous identity a calling for Registered Nurse
Becoming a Registered Nurse has long been a goal for Kassidy Bell. So, too, is learning about her Indigenous heritage and helping to provide culturally sensitive, equitable healthcare for Indigenous patients and others.
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