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Service updates
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:Â
A.M. Guy Memorial Health Centre, Buchans
Friday, January 23 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, January 28 at 4:00 p.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Friday, January 23 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, January 24 at 8:00 a.m.
Monday, January 26 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, January 27 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y.K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, January 23 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, January 30 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Tuesday, January 27 at 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, January 28 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 that X-ray services at the Lewisporte Health Centre have resumed.
NL Health Services thanks you for your cooperation.
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Visitor Precautions
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that visitor precautions are in place for Fogo Island Health Centre effective, Friday, January 16,2026.
Visitation is permitted but the public is being cautioned about the presence of respiratory illness in the facility.
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.
For more information, please call 709-266-3435.
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 Corner Brook Long-Term Care.
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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