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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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Specialized program helps older adults live their best lives

Specialized program helps older adults live their best lives

Posted Jun 27th, 2023

The Geriatric Assessment Program is one of several services positioning Niagara Health as a leader in older adult care.

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Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team unveils artwork

Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team unveils artwork

Posted Jun 26th, 2023

Niagara Health unveiled Indigenous artwork created as a visual identity for the Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team during an event at the St. Catharines hospital.

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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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