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St. Catharines COVID-19 Assessment Centre drive-through service ending   

St. Catharines COVID-19 Assessment Centre drive-through service ending  

Posted Oct 30th, 2020

With cooler temperatures on the horizon, Niagara Health’s COVID-19 Assessment Centre in St. Catharines will be ending its drive-through service as of end of day Monday, Nov. 2.

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Update from President Lynn Guerriero

Update from President Lynn Guerriero

Posted Oct 29th, 2020

I am writing to provide an update on our work to support the team at Millennium Trail Manor in Niagara Falls, which has been working diligently to control an outbreak of COVID-19 at the home. The provincial government has asked that we assist their efforts and has issued a Mandatory Management Order for Niagara Health to manage the home.

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IN IT TOGETHER: The pivotal role of Patient Partners

IN IT TOGETHER: The pivotal role of Patient Partners

Posted Oct 29th, 2020

This is part of a series of stories profiling members of the Niagara Health team and the work they are doing as part of our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Meet Tess Palatino, a Patient Partner with our Niagara Health Engagement Network.

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Dr. Michael Levesque named new Chief of Oncology at Niagara Health

Dr. Michael Levesque named new Chief of Oncology at Niagara Health

Posted Oct 29th, 2020

Dr. Levesque assumes the role effective Nov. 1, replacing Dr. Janice Giesbrecht, who is completing her second term in the position.

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Statement from Niagara Health President Lynn Guerriero about Millennium Trail Manor

Statement from Niagara Health President Lynn Guerriero about Millennium Trail Manor

Posted Oct 28th, 2020

Outbreaks in long-term care facilities continue to be of paramount concern during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Niagara Health’s expertise and resources are being called upon to provide assistance and protect residents and staff in these facilities.

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Niagara Health launches new online COVID test booking tool

Niagara Health launches new online COVID test booking tool

Posted Oct 28th, 2020

Patients can expect a quicker, easier process to book a test for COVID-19 when Niagara Health’s online booking platform opens on Wednesday, October 28.

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BE A FLU FIGHTER: Get the influenza vaccine

BE A FLU FIGHTER: Get the influenza vaccine

Posted Oct 27th, 2020

Niagara Health is encouraging the community to be a Flu Fighter this fall by getting the influenza vaccination. The flu shot provides protection against contracting influenza and adds a layer of protection for those around you. It also helps reduce strain on healthcare systems responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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Niagara Health celebrates Canadian Patient Safety Week

Niagara Health celebrates Canadian Patient Safety Week

Posted Oct 26th, 2020

Patient Safety Week is a national campaign that aims to create awareness and helps inspire improvement in patient safety and quality.

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IN IT TOGETHER: Supporting a safe discharge for patients

IN IT TOGETHER: Supporting a safe discharge for patients

Posted Oct 22nd, 2020

Meet Kristi Kita, a member of the Occupational Therapy team at Niagara Health.

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IN IT TOGETHER: Meet a Nurse Educator

IN IT TOGETHER: Meet a Nurse Educator

Posted Oct 16th, 2020

Witnessing the resiliency of the Niagara Health nursing team has been most inspiring for Tarrah Long during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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