Tag: Health
So You Think You Can’t Donate Blood? Check To Be Sure
Canadian Blood Services is asking Canadians to check if they can donate blood as the distribution of blood to hospitals is outpacing the number...
New Health Care Fund Created In Memory Of Local Physician William...
The Muskoka Community Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of the Dr. William S. Monk Community Health Care Development Fund in memory of...
Pizza Pizza Contributes To Support Priority Equipment Needs At West Parry...
On Tuesday, October 25th, members of Pizza Pizza Ltd. took the time to visit West Parry Sound Health Centre to make a generous donation....
Flu And COVID-19 XBB Vaccine Available In Simcoe Muskoka As Of...
As of Monday, Oct. 30, the XBB formulation of the COVID-19 vaccine and the influenza vaccine will be available in Simcoe Muskoka to all...
Giving A Healthy Start With Breastfeeding
By Dr. Lisa Simon, Associate Medical Officer of Health
Deciding how to feed a new baby is one of many important decisions new parents will...
Service Master Strengthens Region’s Healthcare System With Unprecedented Gift
On Monday, October 16, 2023, Dwayne and Tanya Frans, owners of the Service Master franchises in Midland, Orillia, Barrie & Collingwood announced a $250,000...
Health Unit Begins School Immunization Program For Grade 7 Students
Beginning this week, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) in partnership with local school boards, is providing school-based clinics for three routine recommended...
High Patient Volumes Posing Gridlock Challenges On Muskoka Hospitals
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is feeling the pressure of capacity challenges at both sites and is taking steps to address the gridlock.
“MAHC has been...
Power Of Giving Gala Boosts MRI Fundraising For GBGH
On Saturday, September 16, 2023, the Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation hosted the Power of Giving Hybrid Gala, in person at a private...
Local Pharmacies Now A One-Stop-Shop For 19 Common Ailments
The Ontario government is making it more convenient for people to connect to care closer to home by allowing pharmacists to treat and prescribe...
