Please note:
Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island from:
When a virtual ER is operating: Residents can proceed to the ER at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care 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
Wednesday, June 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte
Friday, June 12 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, June 19 at 8:00 a.m.
Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley
Wednesday, June 17 at 9:00 a.m. until Friday, June 19 at 8:00 a.m.
Green Bay Health Centre, Springdale
Friday, June 12 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, June 13 at 12:00 p.m.
Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Wednesday, June 17 at 4:30 p.m. until Thursday, June 18 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 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 Corner Brook Community Health-care Centre effective Monday, June 15, 2026.
Visitation on the Tablelands Unit is permitted but the public is being cautioned about the presence of respiratory illness in this area of 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 709-784-3000, ext. 555-1902.
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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