Please note:
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, July 25 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Monday, July 27 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, July 28 at 8:00 a.m.
Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton
Monday, July 27 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, July 28 at 8:00 a.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Tuesday, July 28 at 4:30 p.m. until Wednesday, July 29 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 at the Charlottetown Community Clinic will temporarily be provided by the Port Hope Simpson Community Clinic from:
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 emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at Green Bay Health Centre in Springdale on:
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER at Green Bay 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:
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/.
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, July 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Friday, July 24 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, July 25 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Friday, July 24 at 8:00 a.m. until Wednesday, July 29 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 laboratory services at Lewisporte Health Centre until:
Monday, July 27, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.
Outpatient and emergency blood collection services will be unavailable. If emergency blood collection services are required, patients will be transported to another health-care facility. If routine laboratory services are required, patients may choose to travel to another health-care facility. Emergency department and medical imaging services remain operational during the temporary service disruption.
NL Health Services thanks you for your support
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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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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that visitor precautions are in place for the Salmon Lane Wing at Grand Falls-Windsor Long Term Care Home, effective Friday, July 24, 2026.
Visitation is permitted; however, the public is being cautioned about the presence of respiratory illness in the facility. For additional information, visitors may call 709-292-0409.
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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