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Respiratory Illness Has Been Lifted in the Eston and District Health Centre Long Term Care

December 29, 2017

Respiratory Illness Update The Respiratory Illness Outbreak in the Eston and District Health Centre has been lifted effective December 28th, 2017.

Take-Home Naloxone Program Launches in Heartland Health Region

November 09, 2017

As part of Saskatchewan’s expanding Take-Home Naloxone (THN) program, THN kits will be available in Kindersley starting November 1, 2017. The program is being launched by Heartland Health Region (HHR) in partnership with the Ministry of Health.

Protecting Yourself and Everyone Around You from Influenza

October 31, 2017

Immunizations are the best way to protect yourself, your family, and those around you from influenza. The Heartland Health Region began its seasonal influenza immunization campaign with the first clinics of the season starting on October 23rd.

Heartland Health Region Receives Accreditation Canada Survey Results

August 02, 2017

Heartland Health Region has just received the results of their Accreditation Canada survey and has met the requirements of the QMentum accreditation program. Every four years, Accreditation Canada surveyors visit the organization

The Water Security Agency and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Advisory

July 20, 2017

The recent warm temperatures in the province may result in the quick formation of algae blooms. The Water Security Agency and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health are advising the public to avoid direct contact and

The Respiratory Illness Outbreak in the Kindersley and District Health Centre Long Term care was lifted effective March 2, 2017

March 02, 2017

Heartland Health Region Urges Homeowners to Reduce Radon in Their Home

January 23, 2017

Heartland Health Region urges homeowners who have had a high radon test result in their household, to reduce their radon level.

Government Announces Move to Single Provincial Health Authority

January 04, 2017

Released on January 4, 2017 Change Will Reduce Administration While Improving Co-ordination of Health Services Today, Health Minister Jim Reiter accepted all of the recommendations of the Saskatchewan Advisory Panel on

Public Health Advisory – Whooping Cough and Influenza in Heartland Health Region

November 30, 2016

Both Whooping cough (pertussis) and Influenza have been identified in students attending schools in the Heartland Health Region. Protection to both Whooping cough and Influenza can be provided by vaccination.

Influenza Immunizations to Begin in Heartland October 31, 2016

October 31, 2016

Protecting Yourself and Everyone Around You from Influenza Immunizations are the best way to protect yourself, your family, and those around you from influenza.

Provincial Parenting Program Celebrates Anniversary

September 21, 2016

The Parent Mentoring Program of Saskatchewan (PMPS), a home-visiting and early childhood outreach program that provides assistance and support to expectant parents or those parenting newborns to 5 year olds, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month.

Have Your Say in Health System Restructuring

August 30, 2016

Saskatchewan residents and interested organizations are invited to provide feedback to the recently-announced advisory panel examining the restructuring of Saskatchewan’s health care system.

PROVINCE IMPROVES PATIENT CARE THROUGH FAMILY INVOLVEMENT

May 13, 2016

Open Family Presence Policy Underscores Patient Focus Saskatchewan is making strides in patient- and family-centred care, as the first Canadian province to take a provincial approach to an open family presence policy.

Respiratory Illness (Influenza) Circulating throughout the Province

March 07, 2016

Public Health Bulletin Over the past four weeks there has been a noted increase in cases of respiratory illness in the province and also in the Heartland Health Region. Many people who are becoming ill are healthy adults who are not immunized.

BIGGAR CELEBRATES HEALTH CENTRE GRAND OPENING

November 02, 2015

Health care workers, patients, families and residents gathered today in Biggar to celebrate the grand opening of the Biggar and District Health Centre which includes a 54 bed long-term care addition.

Protecting Yourself and Everyone Around You from Influenza – Influenza Immunizations to Begin October 19

October 15, 2015

Immunizations are the best way to protect yourself, your family, and those around you from influenza. The Heartland Health Region will begin its seasonal influenza immunization campaign with the first clinics of the season beginning October 19th.

New Board Members Announced for Heartland Regional Health Authority

October 07, 2015

Three new and seven existing Board members have been appointed to the Heartland Regional Health Authority. The announcement was made this morning by the Ministry of Health.

Senior’s Week in Saskatchewan

September 28, 2015

September 28th to October 4th, 2015 has been declared Seniors’ Week in Saskatchewan. This special week encourages all of us to come together to recognize how important seniors are every day in every community.

Facts About Fentanyl

September 01, 2015

What is fentanyl? Fentanyl is a drug that is 50-100 times more potent than other opioids such as heroin, oxycodone and morphine. Doctors sometimes prescribe fentanyl for severe pain and for some medical procedures.

Privacy Breach Being Addressed in Heartland Health Region

August 27, 2015

In July 2015 an alleged breach of privacy was reported in Heartland Health Region. The region immediately launched a detailed inquiry to determine the facts of the situation. The investigation revealed that over a 14-month period,

Heartland Health Region Releases Annual Report for 2014-15

July 29, 2015

Heartland Health Region has had many successes in achieving its goals of Better Health, Better Care, Better Teams, and Better Value. A detailed look at these successes plus a review of the Region’s strategies,

Animal and Insect Bites – Prevention and Management

July 28, 2015

Now that we are into warmer weather, there is a lot more outdoor activity, and as a result, a lot more contact potential between animals, insects and humans. With this comes the enhanced risk of possible exposure and illness.

Health Status Report 2014

June 26, 2015

Heartland Health Region releases Health Status Report

Residents Alerted of Hepatitis A Concern

June 26, 2015

Given the volume of travel between Alberta and Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan public health officials are informing the public about a confirmed case of hepatitis A in a food

Capital Equipment Budget Approved by Heartland Regional Health Authority

June 25, 2015

The Heartland Regional Health Authority (HRHA) has approved a capital budget that will address capital equipment priorities throughout the region’s communities. The 2015-16 capital equipment and projects budget was approved at the Heartland

A New Doctor Practices in Heartland Health Region

June 23, 2015

Patients all across Saskatchewan continue to have better access to physician care. A new family doctor is now practising in Eston, thanks to the Saskatchewan International Physician Practice Assessment (SIPPA) program.

Working Group to Address Primary Health Care Recommendations for Kindersley and Area

June 15, 2015

Joint news release – Heartland Health Region/Town of Kindersley Heartland Health Region and the Town of Kindersley have formed a collaborative working group to address recommendations included

Craik-Davidson Physician Recruitment Update

June 10, 2015

A significant amount of work has been done between the Five Hills and Heartland Health Regions, SaskDocs, and the Rural and Remote Health Minister’s office related to the recruitment of physicians to provide stable health

Kerrobert and District Health Centre Move Planned for the week of June 15th – 19th

June 10, 2015

Construction of the new Kerrobert and District Health Centre is now complete. Guided tours of the new facility were held on May 27th and 28th with many residents of Kerrobert and surrounding area attending.

Heartland Regional Health Authority Approves 2015-16 Budget and Operational Plan

June 05, 2015

The Heartland Regional Health Authority approved a balanced operating budget for the 2015-16 fiscal year at its meeting on June 5th, 2015 in Rosetown. The HRHA also approved the 2015-16 operational plan.

Biggar Central School 2000 and North West Central School Grade 10 Students to Participate in P.A.R.T.Y. Program

May 14, 2015

Students in grade 10 will participate in the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth) program on May 14th, in Biggar. Staff from Heartland Health Region,

Kindersley Composite School, Eaton School, Westcliffe Composite School and Eston Composite School Grade 10 Students to Participate in P.A.R.T.Y. Program

May 12, 2015

Students in grade 10 will participate in the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth) program on May 12th, in Kindersley. Staff from Heartland Health Region,

The Gastrointestinal Outbreak in Eston has been lifted effective May 8, 2015

May 12, 2015

Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Declared in Eston Health Centre – Long Term Care

May 04, 2015

Heartland Health Region has declared an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness in the Eston Health Centre Long Term Care effective May 3, 2015.

Rosetown Central High School, Elrose Composite School and Kyle Composite School Grade 10 Students to Participate in P.A.R.T.Y. Program

May 01, 2015

Students in grade 10 from Rosetown, Elrose and Kyle will participate in the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth) program on May 7th,

Lucky Lake, Beechy, and Dinsmore Grade 10 Students to Participate in P.A.R.T.Y. Program

May 01, 2015

Students in grade 10 from Outlook, Lucky Lake, Beechy, and Dinsmore will participate in the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth) program on April 30th