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Biggar Health Centre Evacuated Due to Wildfire
April 23, 2019
Biggar Health Centre evacuated due to wildfire.
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Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Lifted in the Outlook and District Health Centre Long Term Care Effective January 22, 2018
January 22, 2018
The Gastrointestinal Illness outbreak in the Outlook and District Health Centre Long Term Care has been lifted by Dr. Torr, Consulting Medical Health Officer. Visitor restrictions are no longer in place.
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak Lifted in the Unity and District Health Centre Long Term Care Effective January 16, 2018
January 16, 2018
Update – January 16, 2018 The Respiratory Illness outbreak in Unity has been lifted. Visitor restrictions are no longer in place.
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Biggar and District Health Centre Long Term Care Lifted Effective January 8, 2018
January 08, 2018
The respiratory illness outbreak in the Biggar and District Health Centre Long Term Care has been lifted effective January 8, 2018.
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak Lifted in Davidson Health Centre Long Term Care Effective January 5, 2018
January 05, 2018
Update The Respiratory Illness outbreak in Davidson Health Centre Long Term Care has been lifted effective January 5, 2018.
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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.
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2017-2018 InFLUenza Season
November 15, 2017
Residents Encouraged to get Immunized Before the End of Public Drop-In Clinics.
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Grade 8 Sun West Students to Participate in Talking to Youth Live (TTYL) Program
November 09, 2017
Sun West School Division and Heartland Health Region are partnering to offer a full day event for grade 8 students. This event is called Talking to Youth Live (TTYL).
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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.
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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.
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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
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Heartland Health Region Releases 2016-17 Annual Report
July 31, 2017
2016-17 Annual Report
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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
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Gastrointestinal Illness in Wilkie and District Health Centre has been lifted effective July 19, 2017
July 20, 2017
The Gastrointestinal Illness outbreak has been lifted effective July 19, 2017. Visitor restrictions are no longer in place. Dr. David Torr, Consulting Medical Health Officer for the Heartland Health Region has declared an outbreak
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“Update – All phone systems are now working in Heartland Health Region effective July 19, 2017″ Incoming Call Phone Systems Down at Rosetown Corporate Office, Davidson Primary Care Clinic, Concerns Line and the Mental Health & Addictions Intake Line
July 19, 2017
Over the weekend (July 15-17) the phones in the Rosetown and District Health Centre, the Rosetown Corporate Office and the Davidson Primary Care Clinic went down. Since that time a temporary fix has been put in place for the Rosetown
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NEW DOCTORS PRACTISING IN HEARTLAND HEALTH REGION
June 14, 2017
Residents across Saskatchewan continue to benefit from better access to physician care. New family doctors are now practising in Biggar and Kindersley, thanks to the most recent results
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Heartland Regional Health Authority Approves 2017-18 Fiscal and Strategic Plans
May 31, 2017
The Heartland Regional Health Authority approved a balanced operating budget of $107 million and a capital expenditure plan including $650 thousand Ministry funding
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Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak in Biggar and District Health Centre Long Term Care has been declared over effective April 6, 2017
April 06, 2017
Visitor Restrictions are no longer in place effective April 6, 2017. Dr. David Torr, Consulting Medical Health Officer for the Heartland Health Region has declared an outbreak
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Davidson Health Centre Long Term Care has been declared over as of March 31, 2017
March 31, 2017
Visitor restrictions are no longer in place. A respiratory illness outbreak has been declared in the Davidson Health Centre – Long Term Care, effective March 24, 2017. Currently the Davidson Health Centre-Long Term Care
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The Respiratory Illness Outbreak in the Kindersley and District Health Centre Long Term care was lifted effective March 2, 2017
March 02, 2017
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak Declared in the Kindersley and District Health Centre Long Term Care
February 15, 2017
A respiratory illness outbreak has been declared in the Kindersley and District Health Centre Long Term Care (Heritage Manor), effective February 15, 2017.
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Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Declared in Kerrobert and District Long Term Care – Gold Wing
February 09, 2017
Dr. David Torr, Consulting Medical Health Officer for the Heartland Health Region has declared an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness in the Kerrobert and District Health Centre Long Term Care
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak in the Biggar and District Health Centre Long Term Care has been lifted effective February 2, 2017
February 02, 2017
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak Declared in Biggar and District Health Centre Long Term Care
January 26, 2017
A respiratory illness outbreak has been declared in the Biggar and District Health Centre Long Term Care, effective January 26, 2017
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Eston Health Centre has been lifted effective January 25th, 2017
January 25, 2017
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak in Kyle Health Centre has been lifted effective January 23rd
January 23, 2017
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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.
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak declared in Eston Health Centre Long Term Care
January 12, 2017
A respiratory illness outbreak has been declared in the Eston Health Centre Long Term Care, effective January 12, 2017.
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Saskatchewan Residents Reminded to Get a Flu Shot
January 12, 2017
Health officials are reminding residents it’s not too late to get a flu shot as influenza activity picks up across Canada and Saskatchewan.
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak Declared in Kyle Health Centre
January 10, 2017
A respiratory illness outbreak has been declared in the Kyle Health Centre, effective January 10, 2017.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Grades 7 to 9 Sun West Students to Participate in Talking to Youth Live (TTYL) Program
October 13, 2016
The Sun West School Division, Heartland Health Region and the Drug and Alcohol Awareness Wellness Network (DAWN) are partnering to offer a full day event for grades 7-9 students.
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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.
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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.
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Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Lifted in the Outlook and District Health Centre Long Term Care
August 16, 2016
Dr. Torr, Consulting Medical Health Officer for the Heartland Health Region has lifted the outbreak of gastrointestinal illness in the Outlook and District Health Centre Long Term Care effective August 16, 2016.
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Heartland Health Region Releases 2015-16 Annual Report
July 29, 2016
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, targets,
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Heartland Regional Health Authority Approves 2016-17 Budget, Operational Plan and Capital Equipment Budget
July 13, 2016
The Heartland Regional Health Authority approved a balanced operating budget and capital equipment budget for the 2016-17 fiscal year at its meeting on July 14th, 2016 in Rosetown. The Board also approved the 2016-17 operational plan.
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak Over Effective July 1, 2016
July 01, 2016
Visitor restrictions have been lifted.
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Heartland Health Region Celebrates June as Employee, Physician and Preceptor Month
June 17, 2016
Thank you to all Heartland Health Region Staff, Physicians and Preceptors for your ongoing commitment and dedication to the provision of health care services. You are our NUMBER ONE RESOURCE.
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Three Heartand EMS Staff Receive the Stars of Life Awards in Ceremony in Regina
June 17, 2016
Three Heartland Health Region staff who work in Davidson, Unity and Biggar were recently recognized in a ceremony on May 30th for their contributions to Emergency Medical Services in the region. Adrian Schmiedge
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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.
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West Central Community Threat Risk Assessment and Support Protocol Signing
May 02, 2016
The Sun West School Division and several partners will sign the West Central Community Threat Risk Assessment and Protocol document on May 13th, 2016.The West Central RIC, which includes membership from the Great Plains College
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Health Officials Encourage Residents To Keep Vaccinations Up-to-date
April 25, 2016
National Immunization Awareness Week (April 23 – 30) Health officials are reminding residents of the important role vaccines play in keeping them healthy and preventing the spread of diseases.
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Health Officials Remind Residents To Take Precautions Against Hantavirus
April 18, 2016
Ministry of Health Release Saskatchewan residents are reminded to take precautions against hantavirus, as the weather continues to warm up and they resume seasonal activities.
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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.
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Respiratory Outbreak Lifted in Outlook Health Centre Long Term Care effective March 7th, 2016
March 07, 2016
Visitor restrictions are no longer in place. As community members we need to remain vigilant in preventing infections in our facilities and communities.
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Zika Virus
February 23, 2016
ALERT The Public Health Agency of Canada has recently confirmed travel-related cases of Zika virus from Central and South America. Since Zika virus is spread through mosquito bites, travellers to Central and South America
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Become a First Responder in Your Community
February 22, 2016
First Responders are a vital component of the Emergency Medical Services team. To ensure that this vital resource remains available to residents, the Heartland Health Region provides a minimum of two First Responder Courses each year
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New Doctor Soon to Be Practicing In Heartland Health Region
February 02, 2016
People in communities across Saskatchewan are benefiting from better access to physician services. A new family doctor is soon to be practicing in Outlook, thanks to the most recent results of the Saskatchewan
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It’s Not too Late to Get your Flu Shot
February 01, 2016
Influenza has been circulating in other provinces and more recently in some health regions in the province. It has now been detected in our region too.
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Outlook EMS Receives Donation from Enbridge Pipeline
January 27, 2016
Outlook EMS recently received a $17,00.00 donation from Enbridge Pipelines Inc. for the purchase of a LUCAS 2 Chest Compression System. Accepting the cheque from Scott Ritzer, Emergency Response and Security Coordinator
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Respiratory Illness Outbreak in the Wilkie and District Health Centre Long Term Care has been lifted effective January 25, 2016
January 25, 2016
A respiratory illness outbreak has been declared in the Wilkie and District Health Centre – Long Term Care effective January 14, 2016. Currently the Wilkie and District Health Centre is the only facility in the health region with outbreak precautions in
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Health Card Required at Health Care Facilities in the Region
January 18, 2016
Your Saskatchewan health card provides you with access to health care services. If your card is not valid, you may be required to pay for health services or you could be asked to return for service once you have validated
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Become a Patient or Family Advisor in Heartland Health Region
January 14, 2016
Do you know someone who may want to be a patient or family advisor in Heartland Health Region? We are looking for people who are interested in being patient or family advisors in the region. Be one of the
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Kerrobert EMS Receives Donation from Enbridge Pipeline
January 14, 2016
PHOTO: Alison Park, left, and Jo-Ann Dupuis, second from left, of Kerrobert EMS recently joined Enbridge’s Senior Vice President of Operations Cynthia Hansen, second from right, and Enbridge’s Manager of Community Partnerships
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Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Lifted at the Outlook and District Health Centre Long Term Care as of January 11, 2016
January 14, 2016
Gastrointestinal Illness in Heartland Health Region Heartland Health Region has lifted the outbreak of gastrointestinal illness in the Outlook and District Health Centre Long Term Care effective January 11, 2016.
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A Very Valuable Volunteer
January 05, 2016
There is a volunteer that lives in the community of Rosetown that is dear to many hearts. This gentleman’s name is Cliff Simpson and he has been a registered volunteer with Rosetown since 2002. Cliff’s volunteer history goes back way beyond 2002 though.
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Biggar EMS Receives Donation from Biggar and District Health Services Foundation
January 05, 2016
Photo credit to the Biggar Independent The Biggar and District Health Services Foundation raises money to provide equipment and other needs for the Biggar and District Health Centre
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Respiratory Outbreak Declared at St. Joseph’s Health Centre in Macklin
November 13, 2015
The Respiratory Outbreak in Macklin has been lifted effective November 13, 2015.
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GRAND OPENING FOR NEW KERROBERT AND DISTRICT HEALTH CENTRE
November 02, 2015
Rural and Remote Health Minister Greg Ottenbreit and Economy Minister and Kindersley MLA Bill Boyd, today joined in a celebration to mark the grand opening of the Kerrobert and District Health Centre.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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,
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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,
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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.
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Forest Fire Smoke and Your Health
June 30, 2015
Forest fire smoke can affect your health. Persons with respiratory or heart conditions, such as asthma, can experience worsened symptoms during minor and severe smoke events.
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Health Status Report 2014
June 26, 2015
Heartland Health Region releases Health Status Report
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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
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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
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Outlook Physician Recruitment Update
June 23, 2015
On behalf of the Outlook Medical Clinic, the Town of Outlook, and the Heartland Health Region, we would like to provide an update regarding physician services in Outlook and area.
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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.
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Children in the Garden Day
June 16, 2015
Seedling Adventures Community Garden hosted a ‘children in the garden day’ on June 2, 2015. The Heartland Health Region’s Public Health Nutritionist partnered with the Rosetown Regional Family and Community Support
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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
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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
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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.
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Gastrointestinal Illness Outbreak Lifted in Unity and District Health Centre – Long Term Care effective June 8, 2015
June 08, 2015
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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.
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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,
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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,
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The Gastrointestinal Outbreak in Eston has been lifted effective May 8, 2015
May 12, 2015
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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.
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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,
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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
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