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Lynne Innes, serving as the President and CEO of the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA), has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This accolade was given to recognize her contributions to healthcare improvements along the James Bay and Hudson Bay coasts. Ontario's Minister of Health, Sylvia
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has acquired new electrocardiogram (ECG) machines to enhance healthcare operations based on staff suggestions. These machines, featuring modern interfaces and better portability, will be used in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat. This update is part of an integration effort with the ONE
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has reported an increase in patient visits to its emergency departments, attributed to a surge in respiratory illnesses. The facilities affected include the Weeneebayko General Hospital in Moose Factory, Moosonee Health Centre, Fort Albany Hospital, and Attawapiskat Hospital. WAHA advises residents to avoid public
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Kingston Charter Services has announced a temporary suspension of its operations from December 23, 2024, to January 3, 2025. Services are expected to resume on January 6, 2025. This information was provided by the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. During the closure period, the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program will utilize
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Lynne Innes, President and CEO of the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA), has been recognized with a Premier’s Award in the health sciences category. This award acknowledges her efforts to enhance healthcare quality and accessibility in the western James Bay and Hudson Bay regions of Ontario. The Premier’s
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The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has announced a national strike commencing on November 15, 2024, at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time. As a result, Canada Post operations will be halted, affecting the processing and delivery of mail and parcels. This disruption is expected to cause delays for
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The Indigenous Primary Care Team is conducting a survey to gather input on healthcare services desired by residents in several communities in the Northeast, including Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, Peawanuck, Moosonee, and Moose Factory. The survey aims to guide the planning of healthcare services in these areas. Participants can complete
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) and the University Health Network (UHN) have been recognized with the Ontario Health System Quality and Innovation Award for their collaborative work on the Medly program. This program is a digital health platform aimed at assisting patients with heart failure by enabling them to
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) and the Ontario government have announced the awarding of a contract to Pomerleau Healthcare Partners for the redevelopment of healthcare facilities in Moosonee and Moose Factory. The contract, valued at $1.8 million, involves the design, construction, and financing of a new healthcare campus
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The Timmins and District Hospital has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the Medical B unit as of August 28, 2024. The hospital is collaborating with the Porcupine Health Unit to maintain safety protocols for patients, staff, and physicians. Visitors to the Medical B unit are required to follow all posted
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An animated short film focusing on heart health and access to remote care in Cree communities has been accepted into the Toronto Shorts International Film Festival. The film was developed through a collaboration between the University Health Network (UHN), Transform HF, and the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA). Contributors to
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An adult optometry clinic will be held at the Moosonee Health Centre from June 17 to June 20, 2024. The clinic will offer 30-minute appointments. Patients are required to register with the reception clerk before their appointment. For more information and to book an appointment, call 705-336-2341. Clinic dates and