News and Stories

Patient experience COVID-19 survey launched

As part of the SHA’s commitment to Patient and Family Centred Care, a Public Experience COVID-19 survey has been launched.

Fact check: Temperature checks are not dangerous

Taking a person’s temperature with an infrared thermometer near their head risks is not damaging the pineal gland in the brain.

COVID-19 convalescent blood plasma clinical trial underway

A clinical trial is currently underway in Saskatchewan to see if blood plasma from those who have recovered from COVID-19 help those who are currently fighting the virus.

Drive-through testing sites open in Regina, Saskatoon

All you need is a valid Saskatchewan Health Card and a vehicle to get a drive-through COVID-19 test in Regina or Saskatoon.

Daughter’s decision to donate organs changed course of mother’s life

Kailynn Bursic-Panchuk’s decision to become an organ and tissue donor is a big reason her mother, Sandra LaRose, keeps getting out of bed every day and doing her best to live a good life.

How to keep your family safe if you’re diagnosed with COVID-19

It’s a scenario that’s run through the minds of many parents over the past few months – how will they care for their children if they contract COVID-19?