Please note:
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of the temporary closure of urgent care services at Bay d’Espoir Medical Clinic in St. Alban’s on Thursday, August 13. The urgent care clinic will re-open on:
Friday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m.
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:
NL Health Services’ Health Hub is available to all residents of Central Newfoundland who have non-emergent medical issues and do not have a family physician. Health Hub clinics are open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Hours of operation are dependent on physician availability. To reach the Health Hub, please call the Gander Medical Clinic at 709-381-0112 or 709-381-0338 or the Killick Clinic in Grand Falls-Windsor at 709-292-8404. Patients should expect an increase in wait times for both in person and virtual appointments at Health Hub sites.
811 HealthLine is available 24/7 to provide:
For more information, please visit: https://www.811healthline.ca/.
Virtual Primary Care is available to those who do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner through video or phone call appointments. For more information, please visit: https://virtualcarenl.ca/virtual-primary-care/.
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, August 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 a.m. until Friday, August 21 at 8:00 a.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Friday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, August 15 at 8:00 a.m.
Monday, August 17 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, August 18 at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, August 20 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 21 at 8:00 a.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Friday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, August 15 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, August 14 from 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 21 at 8:00 a.m.
Fogo Island Health Centre, Fogo
Tuesday, August 18 from 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, August 20 at 8:00 a.m.
Green Bay Health Centre, Springdale
Sunday, August 16 from 8:00 a.m. until Monday, August 17 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 19 from 8:00 p.m. until Thursday, August 20 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Monday, August 17 at 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, August 19 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 emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre on:
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER at Bonavista Peninsula 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
Friday, August 7 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, August 12 at 5:00 p.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Saturday, August 8 at 8:00 a.m. until Sunday, August 9 at 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, August 11 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, August 12 at 8:00 a.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Monday, August 10 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, August 11 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 12 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, August 13 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, August 7 from 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 14 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Tuesday, August 11 at 4:30 p.m. until Thursday, August 13 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 after-hours emergency services at the Charlottetown Community Clinic will temporarily be provided by the Port Hope Simpson Community Clinic from Sunday, August 9 until Wednesday, August 19.
The following emergency after-hours services will be affected during this period:
Regular daytime services at the Charlottetown Community Clinic will continue as usual, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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 call the Port Hope Simpson Community Clinic at (709) 454-6089. If you are unsure if you need urgent care, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
Other information:
811 HealthLine is available 24/7 to provide:
For more information, please visit: https://www.811healthline.ca/.
Virtual Primary Care is available to those who do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner through video or phone call appointments. For more information, please visit: https://virtualcarenl.ca/virtual-primary-care/.
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 effective, Monday, June 22, 2026, the main entrance of the Waterford Hospital, located on the front of the building facing Waterford Bridge Road will serve as the single public entrance. This area includes an accessible entrance located just to the left of the main entrance.
Individuals entering the building for blood collection appointments are directed to use the main entrance. Signage will be in place to direct individuals and the public is advised to park at the front of the building to access the main entrance. Please also see the image below for more information.
NL Health Services thanks the public for their cooperation.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services is advising the public that phase 2 construction on the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital parking lot in St. Anthony commenced today, Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
During the construction period, which is expected to take several weeks, there will be no drive through access to the Rotunda as well as, at times, changes to the Emergency entrance.
Access to the Rotunda will still be available through the visitor/client parking area.
Patients, staff, and visitors may still park in designated parking areas.
The safety and well-being of patients, clients and staff is our highest priority as we complete this upgrade. Please adhere to all signage as indicated at the site.
NL Health Services thanks you for your cooperation
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that work is ongoing to resolve an interruption to telephone services currently impacting Hopedale Community Clinic.
In case of emergency: Patients seeking emergency assistance should call (709) 933-3357. If you are unsure if you should go to the emergency department, please call the 811 HealthLine or click here.
NL Health Services apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and thanks the public for its patience.
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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of outpatient laboratory (blood collection) and X-ray services at Nurse Abernathy Clinic in Trepassey until further notice.
Effective April 27, 2026, X-ray services will continue with limited availability and will be offered by appointment only. Patients may book X-ray services by calling 709-438-2890.
If routine blood collection and X-ray 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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