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  • 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 that emergency services are being supported through a Virtual ER physician at the following Eastern Rural  Zone sites: 

Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre, Bonavista

  • Sunday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m. until Monday, August 24 at 12:00 p.m.


Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre, Bell Island:

  • Monday, August 24 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, August 25 at 8:00 a.m.


Dr. S. Beckley Health Centre, Grand Bank:

  • Wednesday, August 26 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, August 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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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public of a temporary disruption of X-ray services at Dr. S. Beckley Health Care Centre in Grand Bank until further notice. The temporary disruption is due to an unanticipated equipment malfunction. 
 
Outpatient and emergency X-ray services will be unavailable. If emergency X-ray services are required, patients will be transported to another health-care facility.   

If routine medical imaging services are required, patients may choose to travel to another health-care facility. Patients with medical imaging appointments impacted by the temporary service disruption will be contacted directly. 
  
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, August 21 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 28 at 8:00 a.m.

Baie Verte Peninsula Health Centre, Baie Verte 
Sunday, August 23 at 8:00 a.m. until Monday, August 24 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 26 at 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, August 27 at 8:00 a.m.

Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Breton 
Thursday, August 27 at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 28 at 8:00 a.m.

Dr. Y. K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre, New-Wes-Valley 
Friday, August 21 from 8:00 a.m. until Friday, August 28 at 8:00 a.m.  

Fogo Island Health Centre, Fogo
Saturday, August 22 from 8:00 a.m. until Monday, August 24 at 8:00 a.m.  

Green Bay Health Centre, Springdale
Friday, August 21 from 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, August 22 at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 26 from 8:00 a.m. until Thursday, August 27 at 8:00 a.m.

Lewisporte Health Centre, Lewisporte
Monday, August 24 at 4:30 p.m. until Friday, August 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 work is ongoing with the service provider to resolve an interruption to telephone services currently impacting White Bay Central Health Centre in Roddickton.

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 (709) 450-0094. 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 their patience.

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Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services advises the public that emergency and primary care services at the St. Lewis Community Clinic will temporarily be provided by the Port Hope Simpson Community Clinic until:

  • Thursday, August 27 at 12:00 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) 960-0271. 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:

  • 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/.

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 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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