Tag Archives: Health

Exercise space under development at JRMCC
A renovation of a garage at the Jonas Roberts Memorial Community Centre (JRMCC) will be used as an exercise space for various programs. Work on the project began about a month ago and it is expected t...
Jun 18, 2024

Food Sharing Melfort receives SHA award
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) was in Melfort on Tuesday to present a Hand-in-Hand Innovation Award to Food Sharing Melfort.Originally started by healthcare workers in the community, the grou...
Jun 18, 2024

College of Physicians and Surgeons looking into allegations against Melfort doctor
A Melfort physician faces potential discipline from the Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) Discipline Committee. The charges against Dr. Robert Steffen were filed on June 8. On...
Jun 18, 2024

Minister accuses Conservatives of trying to sabotage federal dental program
OTTAWA - Health Minister Mark Holland is accusing the Conservatives of trying to "sabotage" the government's dental care program by calling up dental associations and "bullying" them - accusations the...
Jun 18, 2024

Arctic caribou management board releases 10-year plan
The Beverly and Qamanirjuaq Caribou Management Board (BQCMB) has released a 10-year management plan that takes a step further by including actions other parties can take to help conserve the herds. Ca...
Jun 17, 2024

Summit Run goes the distance for Ronald McDonald House
One of Prince Albert's longest running events, is once again finding its stride.The 17th annual Summit Run was held Saturday morning and attracted participants from all over the province. The event wh...
Jun 17, 2024

Canadian diabetics first in world to access weekly insulin injections
Many people with diabetes in Canada will soon be able to take insulin once a week instead of once a day.Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says Awiqli is the first once-a-week basal insulin injection in the wo...
Jun 17, 2024

Victoria Hospital Charity Golf Classic raises funds for vital healthcare services
The 13th Annual Victoria Hospital Charity Golf Classic, held on Friday at Emma Lake Golf Course, raised $74,333.The goal of the event is to raise funds for life-saving equipment and essential services...
Jun 16, 2024

City of Melfort passes incentive for doctors to practice at Wellness Centre
The City of Melfort is increasing their effort in enticing doctors to the Wellness Centre. At a Special Council Meeting on Friday, Council passed a new Medical Clinic Incentive Policy to help bring, a...
Jun 14, 2024

Patients going without care due to nursing shortage in Manitoba First Nation
OTTAWA - The chief of a First Nation in northern Manitoba says its nursing station is operating at half-capacity, and as a result members are going without the care they need. "Health care is supposed...
Jun 14, 2024