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Service updates
Please note:
- This page is updated regularly and notices are removed when regular operations resume.
- Examples of service updates posted to this page include but are not limited to: temporary closure of emergency services, virtual emergency services, telephone/internet disruptions at health-care facilities/clinics and visitor restrictions/precautions.
- Efforts are made to contact patients/clients directly in the event that appointment-based services are rescheduled.
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of walk-in X-ray services at Green Bay Health Centre in Springdale until further notice.
Emergency X-ray services are not affected at this time. If routine medical imaging services are required, patients may choose to travel to another health-care facility. Emergency department and laboratory services remain operational during the temporary service disruption.
NL Health Services thanks you for your cooperation.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at Calder Health Centre in Burgeo from:
Thursday, March 26 at 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and on Friday, March 27, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER at Calder Health Centre as usual where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. The emergency department staff will be supported by a physician who will be available virtually.
In case of emergency: Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency. If you are unsure if you should go to the emergency department, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
Other information:
811 HealthLine is available 24/7 to provide:
- • medical advice (including virtual nurse practitioner appointments);
- • health information; and
- • support in a mental health crisis.
For more information, please visit: https://www.811healthline.ca/.
NL Health Services thanks the public for their understanding as we continue to focus on providing safe and quality care for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at the following Central Zone sites:
A.M. Guy Memorial Health Centre, Buchans
Saturday, March 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 31 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Thursday, April 2 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, April 3 at 8:00 a.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre in Harbour Breton
Friday, March 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday, March 30 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, March 31 at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, April 2 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, March 3 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y.K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, March 27 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, April 3 at 8:00 a.m.
Green Bay Health Centre, Springdale
Monday, March 30 at 8:00 p.m. until Tuesday, March 31 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Monday, March 30 at 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, April 1 at 8:00 a.m.
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER as usual where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. The emergency department staff will be supported by a physician who will be available virtually.
In case of emergency: Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency. If you are unsure if you should go to the emergency department, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
Other information:
811 HealthLine is available 24/7 to provide:
medical advice (including virtual nurse practitioner appointments);
health information; and
support in a mental health crisis.
For more information, please visit: https://www.811healthline.ca/.
NL Health Services thanks the public for their understanding as we continue to focus on providing safe and quality care for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of walk-in X-ray and laboratory services at Bay d’Espoir Community Health Centre in St. Alban’s on:
Monday, March 30, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
If routine medical imaging and blood collection services are required, patients may choose to travel to another health-care facility. This temporary disruption will not impact other health-care services offered at this location.
NL Health Services thanks you for your cooperation.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of X-ray services (walk-in) at Notre Dame Bay Memorial Health Centre in Twillingate until further notice.
Emergency X-ray services are not affected at this time. If routine medical imaging services are required, patients may choose to travel to another health-care facility. Emergency department and laboratory services remain operational during the temporary service disruption. NL Health Services thanks you for your cooperation.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at the following Central Zone sites:
A.M. Guy Memorial Health Centre, Buchans
Friday, March 20 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, March 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre in Harbour Breton
Thursday, March 26 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, March 27 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y.K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, March 20 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, March 27 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Wednesday, March 25 at 4:30 p.m. until Friday, March 27 at 8:00 a.m.
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER as usual where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. The emergency department staff will be supported by a physician who will be available virtually.
In case of emergency: Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency. If you are unsure if you should go to the emergency department, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
Other information:
811 HealthLine is available 24/7 to provide:
medical advice (including virtual nurse practitioner appointments);
health information; and
support in a mental health crisis.
For more information, please visit: https://www.811healthline.ca/.
NL Health Services thanks the public for their understanding as we continue to focus on providing safe and quality care for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Visitor Precautions
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that visitor precautions are in place for James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre in Gander, effective Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Visitation on the Medicine Unit is permitted; however, the public is being cautioned about the presence of respiratory illness in the facility. For additional information, visitors may call 709-256-2500.
When visitor precautions are in effect, individuals should refrain from visiting unless necessary. Immediate family members should contact the facility before arriving. Those who do visit are asked to follow guidance as outlined by staff, which includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Visitor precautions are a series of infection control measures put in place to reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases which are common in health-care facilities. They are designed to keep residents, families, staff and visitors healthy and safe. For more on infection prevention and control measures, please click here.
NL Health Services thanks the public for their understanding as we continue to focus on providing safe and quality care for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that visitor precautions are currently in place for the Bay St. George Long-Term Care Centre in Stephenville Crossing.
Visitation is permitted but reduced to one visitor or support person per patient. The public is being advised about the potential presence of acute respiratory infections in this facility.
For more information, visitors may call 709-637-3999.
If a precaution is in effect, individuals should refrain from visiting when possible, and immediate family members should contact the facility before visiting. If visiting, please follow guidance as outlined by staff, which includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Visitor precautions are a series of infection control measures put in place to reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases which are common in health-care facilities. They are designed to keep residents, families, staff and visitors healthy and safe. For more on infection prevention and control measures, please click here.
NL Health Services thanks the public for their understanding as we continue to focus on providing safe and quality care for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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