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Increased COVID-19 in Regina: visitor limitations in place

December 02, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of escalating COVID-19 activity in Regina and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

Additional COVID-19 testing option for travelers and businesses

December 01, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is partnering with Quantum Genetix Canada to provide an independent testing service as an option for asymptomatic testing.

ALC beds temporarily closed at Lanigan Hospital

December 01, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary closure of Alternate Level of Care (ALC) beds at Lanigan Hospital effective November 30, 2020 until further notice.

La Ronge EMS receives designation change

December 01, 2020

Please be advised that Saskatchewan Health Authority has designated La Ronge Emergency Medical Services as an Advanced Life Support ambulance service.

Daily drive-thru testing starting soon in Prince Albert

November 30, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority will begin offering daily, drive thru mobile testing in Prince Albert on December 2 in order to meet an increased demand.

Increased COVID-19 exposure risk in Regina

November 29, 2020

Due to a large number of cases linked to curling events in Regina and subsequent spread to household members and other close contacts there is an increased risk of exposure to COVID-19

Increased COVID-19 exposure risk in Christopher Lake and Shellbrook

November 28, 2020

There is an increased risk of exposure to COVID-19 at locations in Christopher Lake and Shellbrook.

Temporary Disruption to Yorkton Anesthesia Services

November 27, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary disruption to anesthesia services at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre effective Friday, November 27th at 4:00 pm until 8:00 am on Sunday, November 29, 2020.

Increased COVID-19 in North Battleford: visitor limitations in place

November 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of a high level of community transmission of COVID-19 in North Battleford and area, and is strongly urging Saskatchewan residents to strictly adhere to all public health orders and measures.

Point of Care Testing Pilot Announcement

November 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has initiated the roll out of SARS-CoV-2 Point of Care testing. The first phase of the roll out is to pilot these testing options in selected locations to test the new processes in a controlled environment.

Temporary disruption to Herbert emergency services

November 26, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising of the temporary disruption to emergency services at the Herbert and District Integrated Facility effective November 27, 2020 until further notice.

SHA continues to escalate response to COVID case surge

November 26, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) continues to escalate its response to COVID-19, using the Health System Readiness Plan to guide actions being taken to contain, delay and mitigate the virus.

Regina drive-thru test site entrance moving to Lewvan Drive

November 26, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public that access to the drive-thru testing site will be moving from Dewdney Avenue to the Lewvan Drive entrance of Evraz Place as of Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

Increased COVID-19 exposure risk in Prince Albert

November 22, 2020

There is an increased risk of exposure to COVID-19 at Original Joe’s in Prince Albert, November 12-16, 2020.

Masking mandatory in all SHA facilities

November 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is reminding everyone who enters our facilities that masking is mandatory.

Broadview Union Hospital temporarily designated exclusively to COVID-19 patient care

November 18, 2020

Due to increased COVID-19 activity in the area, effective Tuesday, November 17, Broadview Union Hospital will be caring exclusively for COVID positive patients and known close contacts to COVID positive patients only.

Visitor limitations: Melfort Hospital

November 18, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is announcing effective immediately family presence/visitation will be limited to compassionate reasons only for Melfort Hospital due to increased COVID activity in the community.

Public Health Flu Shot Clinic Updates – Yorkton

November 16, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) public health flu shot clinics at St. Mary’s Cultural Centre in Yorkton (240 Wellington Avenue) are accepting walk in patients.

Increased COVID-19 exposure risk in Prince Albert

November 15, 2020

There is an increased risk of exposure to COVID-19 at Minto Bowl in Prince Albert, November 1-8, 2020 during coached bowling sessions.

COVID-19 Alerts to be issued for Self-Isolation Directives Only

November 13, 2020

Starting Saturday, November 14, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) will be discontinuing self-monitoring COVID-19 Public Service Announcements (PSA) for potential exposures at business and other locations.

Increased COVID-19 exposure risk in La Ronge, Martensville, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Spiritwood and Weyburn correction

November 13, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Showing Respect for Health Care Workers

November 13, 2020

As COVID cases have risen in recent weeks, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is hearing from an increasing number of front-line staff that they are experiencing disrespectful behaviour and verbal abuse .

Increased COVID-19 in Indian Head Area: Visitor Limitations in place

November 12, 2020

Increased COVID-19 in Ituna: visitor limitations in place

November 12, 2020

There has been an increase in COVID-19 cases in Ituna, therefore family presence/visitation is being limited to compassionate reasons only in the Ituna Pioneer Health Centre.

Visitor limitations: Long Term Care and Personal Care Homes in the city of Regina

November 12, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is announcing that family presence/visitation will be limited to compassionate reasons only for all LTC and PCH in Regina.

Potential COVID-19 exposures at businesses in Hague, Martensville, La Ronge, Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Spiritwood

November 12, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 in Yorkton: visitor limitations in place

November 12, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of an increase in COVID-19 cases in Yorkton and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

SHA Outlines Health System Readiness

November 12, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is updating the Saskatchewan’s health system readiness plan, including surge capacity planning and full operations of the SHA’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) starting the week of November 16.

Visitor limitations: River Heights Lodge in North Battleford

November 11, 2020

Visitor limitations: River Heights Lodge in North Battleford

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Humboldt, Lloydminster and Weyburn

November 11, 2020

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Humboldt, Lloydminster and Weyburn

UPDATE: Public Service Announcement: Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Estevan, Fort Qu’Appelle, Indian Head, Ituna, Lloydminster, Meadow Lake, North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon, Weyburn and Yorkton

November 10, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

UPDATE: Saskatoon visitor limitations remain in place

November 10, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is reminding the public of escalating COVID-19 activity in Saskatoon and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

Temporary service changes for Saskatoon due to Weather

November 09, 2020

Members of the public are advised that there will be a temporary change in services in Saskatoon health care facilities today due to the current weather and road conditions.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Yorkton

November 09, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Yorkton.

Temporary closure of all LifeLabs locations in Saskatoon

November 09, 2020

Members of the public are advised that all five LifeLabs locations in Saskatoon will be temporarily closed today.

Temporary Closure of the Wolseley Memorial Integrated Care Centre

November 09, 2020

The Wolseley Memorial Integrated Health Care Centre will be putting a temporary pause on admitting patients due to the need to reassign staff to support an outbreak of COVID-19 at the Golden Prairie Home in Indian Head.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Lumsden and Regina and the community of Meath Park

November 08, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

COVID-19 exposure at business in Regina

November 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of a COVID-19 exposure at the following business where a person or persons attended while infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Balgonie, Buckland, Indian Head, La Loche, Lumsden, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, St. Louis, Weyburn and Yellow Grass

November 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Aberdeen, La Loche, Lloydminster, North Battleford, Raymore, Regina, RM of Buckland, Saskatoon and Swift Current

November 06, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Aberdeen, La Loche, Lloydminster, North Battleford, Raymore, Regina, Saskatoon and Swift Current.

Temporary disruption to Meadow Lake obstetrical services

November 06, 2020

Please be advised that a temporary disruption to obstetrical services at the Meadow Lake Hospital will commence effective immediately due to staffing shortages. Obstetrical services at the Meadow Lake Hospital will resume at 7 a.m. on November 12, 2020.

Potential COVID-19 superspreader exposure at business in Saskatoon

November 06, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is notifying the public of a potential COVID-19 superspreader event recently in Saskatoon.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Meadow Lake, Regina and Weyburn

November 05, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Meadow Lake, Regina and Weyburn.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Lloydminster, Melfort, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Togo and Yorkton

November 04, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Lloydminster, Melfort, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Togo and Yorkton.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in North Battleford, Regina, Rosthern, Saskatoon and Yorkton

November 03, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in North Battleford, Regina, Rosthern, Saskatoon and Yorkton.

Water advisory lifted at Ellis Hall

November 03, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising that a drinking water advisory at Ellis Hall in Saskatoon has been lifted and water is now safe to drink.

UPDATE: Saskatoon visitor limitations remain in place

November 03, 2020

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Hague, Lloydminster, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Regina, Shellbrook and Saskatoon

November 02, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Hague, Lloydminster, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Regina, Shellbrook and Saskatoon.

Public Health Flu Shot Clinics – Regina and Area

November 02, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) public health flu shot clinics began Monday, October 19.

Water advisory still in place at Ellis Hall

November 02, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising that a drinking water advisory is still in effect at Ellis Hall. The drinking water advisory for Royal University Hospital, Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital, and the Saskatoon Cancer Centre has been lifted.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Estevan, Meadow Lake, Martensville, North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon

November 01, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Indian Head, Nipawin, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon

October 31, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Public Health Flu Clinic Availability in the Northeast

October 30, 2020

Please be advised the Saskatchewan Health Authority mass immunization clinics in Nipawin, Tisdale, Melfort, Hudson Bay, and Porcupine Plain have appointments available.

Update to the community of Weyburn regarding physicians

October 30, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has been working hard to recruit physicians to vacancies in the Weyburn area.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Estevan, Fort Qu’Appelle, North Battleford, Regina, Rosthern, Saskatoon, Southey and Yorkton

October 30, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Estevan, Fort Qu’Appelle, North Battleford, Regina, Rosthern, Saskatoon, Southey and Yorkton.

Public Health Drive-Thru Flu Clinics in the Southwest

October 29, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) public health flu shot clinics began Monday, October 19.

Update on Emergency Services in Wolseley

October 29, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) continues to work on planning a safe re-opening of emergency services in Wolseley with stable and predictable staffing.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Lloydminster, Martensville, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon

October 29, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Lloydminster, Martensville, North Battleford, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon.

Water advisory in effect at RUH, JPCH and SCC

October 29, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising the public that a drinking water advisory is currently in effect at Royal University Hospital (RUH), Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH), and the Saskatoon Cancer Centre (SCC).

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Canwood, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Shellbrook

October 28, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Canwood, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Shellbrook.

Public Health Flu Shot Clinics – Yorkton and Area

October 28, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) public health flu shot clinics began Monday, October 19.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon, Weyburn and Yorkton

October 27, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in North Battleford, Regina, Saskatoon, Weyburn and Yorkton.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Esterhazy, Estevan, Indian Head, Lloydminster, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Shellbrook

October 26, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Esterhazy, Estevan, Indian Head, Lloydminster, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Shellbrook.

Temporary disruption to Cumberland House health services

October 25, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary disruption to in-person visits and lab services at the Cumberland House Health Centre in the Northern Village of Cumberland House for the following dates: Monday Oct. 26, 2020, to Friday Oct. 30, 2020.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at a business in Estevan

October 25, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at a businesses in Estevan where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Saskatoon, Regina, La Ronge and the Sturgeon Lake First Nation

October 25, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Saskatoon, Regina and Sturgeon Lake First Nation where a person or persons attended while likely infectious:

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Meadow Lake, Lloydminster, North Battleford and Regina

October 24, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Meadow Lake, Lloydminster, North Battleford and Regina where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina and Saskatoon

October 24, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 in Regina and Saskatoon.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Martensville, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Shellbrook

October 23, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 in Saskatoon and North Central areas: visitor limitations in place

October 23, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of an increase in COVID-19 cases in the Saskatoon and North Central areas.

Temporary Service Disruption: Cumberland House Health Centre

October 22, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary closure of the Cumberland House Health Centre as of today, Thursday, October 22 through to and including Friday, October 23.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Estevan, Lloydminster, Regina, Saskatoon and Warman

October 22, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Public Health flu shot clinics in Saskatchewan’s Northeast

October 21, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) public health flu shots are now being offered free of charge.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Beauval, Candle Lake, Esterhazy, Kelvington, Osler, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Yorkton

October 21, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 in Saskatoon: visitor limitations in place

October 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of escalating COVID-19 activity in Saskatoon.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Beauval, Martensville, Meadow Lake, Regina and Saskatoon

October 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Public Health flu shot clinics – Saskatoon and area

October 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) public health flu shot clinics began on Monday, October 19.

Increased COVID-19 in North Central area: visitor limitations in place

October 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of an increase in COVID-19 cases in the North Central and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

All services resume at Rosthern Hospital

October 19, 2020

Effective 8:00 am this morning, October 19, services have resumed at Rosthern Hospital, including emergency and outpatient services.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Esterhazy, Maple Creek, Regina, Rosetown and Saskatoon

October 19, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Temporary closure of Rosthern Hospital

October 18, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary closure of Rosthern Hospital effective Sunday, October 18

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina and Yorkton

October 18, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina, Saskatoon, Warman and Lloydminster

October 17, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at businesses in Regina, Saskatoon, Warman, and Lloydminster where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Visitor limitations at Northlands Pioneers Lodge (Meadow Lake)

October 16, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is restricting visits to Northlands Pioneers Lodge Long Term Care in Meadow Lake immediately, after a positive COVID-19 case in the facility.

Increased COVID-19 in La Ronge: Visitor limitations in place

October 16, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting the public of an increase in COVID-19 cases in La Ronge and area, and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Borden, Île-à-la-Crosse, La Ronge, Lloydminster, Paradise Hill, Regina, Saskatoon, Warman and Yorkton

October 16, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at business in Saskatoon

October 15, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is recommending that anyone who attended The Longbranch in Saskatoon on October 8th, 2020.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Harris, McLean, Nipawin, North Battleford, Redvers and Regina

October 15, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon

October 14, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Visitor limitations back in place following COVID-19 cases in Northeast

October 14, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of an increase in COVID-19 cases in some Northeast communities.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Esterhazy, Grayson, Lloydminster, Prince Albert, Regina, Shellbrook, Wadena and Yorkton

October 13, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Yorkton

October 12, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Yorkton.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in multiple communities

October 11, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the a number of businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Saskatoon seeing increased COVID-19 activity

October 09, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is reminding everyone that there is an increase in community transmission of COVID-19 cases in the City of Saskatoon.

Visitor limitations at Ile a la Crosse Long Term Care

October 09, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is restricting visits to the Long Term Care in Ile a la Crosse after COVID-19 cases in the area.

Potential COVID-19 exposure on Saskatoon transit route

October 09, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following locations where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Yorkton

October 08, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Yorkton where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at event in Beauval

October 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is recommending that anyone who attended the Gospel revival in Beauval on October 3, 2020 to immediately self-isolate and call local Public Health officials or call Healthline 811.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert

October 08, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert and Yorkton

October 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Prince Albert and Yorkton where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Multi-Jurisdictional community outbreak declared

October 07, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has declared a multi-jurisdictional community transmitted outbreak. Dr. Khami Chokani, Medical Health Officer, officially declared the outbreak on October 7, 2020.

Potential COVID-19 exposure for businesses in Regina

October 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Regina where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Saskatoon

October 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Estevan and Regina

October 06, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Estevan and Regina where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure for businesses in Estevan, Harris, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon

October 06, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive were at the following businesses when likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Dafoe, Prince Albert, Regina, Yorkton

October 05, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Dafoe, Prince Albert, Regina and Yorkton where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 in Yorkton area: Visitor limitations in place

October 05, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of an increase in COVID-19 activity in Yorkton, Langenburg, Esterhazy and Saltcoats areas and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures.

Increased COVID-19 exposure for businesses in Regina, Stornoway and Yorkton

October 05, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive were at the following businesses in Regina, Stornoway and Yorkton when likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure in Saskatoon

October 04, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following business in Saskatoon where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at business in Redvers

October 03, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following business in Redvers where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Temporary disruption to Yorkton obstetrical services

October 03, 2020

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Yorkton, Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, Pelly, Fort Qu'Appelle, Regina, Balgonie, Norquay

October 03, 2020

SHA is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Yorkton, Saskatoon, Moose Jaw, Pelly, Fort Qu'Appelle, Regina, Balgonie, Norquaywhere a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 in Yorkton area

October 01, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of an increase in COVID-19 cases in Yorkton and the surrounding area and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina

September 30, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Regina where a person or persons attended while likely infectious:

Increased COVID-19 exposure for businesses in Warman and Saskatoon

September 30, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive were at the following businesses in Warman and Saskatoon when likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure for multiple businesses in Yorkton and Regina

September 29, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive were at the following businesses in Yorkton and Regina when likely infectious.

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Yorkton Regional Health Centre

September 28, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is advising of a cluster of COVID-19 cases in the Yorkton area and has declared an outbreak in the Yorkton Regional Health Centre as of September 27, 2020.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Yorkton and Regina

September 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at businesses in Yorkton and Regina where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in the Saskatoon area and Prince Albert

September 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Prince Albert and the Saskatoon area where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina

September 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Regina where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Saskatoon

September 26, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at multiple businesses in Saskatoon where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at a business in Yorkton

September 25, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at a business in Yorkton where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Public Health Alert: HIV cases increasing in the East Central area of the Province

September 25, 2020

Public Health officials are notifying residents of the east central area of the province that there has been an increased number of individuals infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in recent months.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert

September 25, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Prince Albert where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at two businesses in Rosetown

September 25, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public of potential exposure to COVID-19 at the following businesses in Rosetown where a person or persons attended while likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at a business in Prince Albert

September 24, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at a business in Prince Albert.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at two businesses in Regina

September 23, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive were at the Meridian Hotel Construction Site and Rochdale Superstore when likely infectious.

Temporary disruption of emergency services at Melville hospital

September 23, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary disruption to emergency services at the St. Peter’s Hospital in Melville for the following date(s): Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 07:00 a.m. to Friday, September 25, 2020 at 07:00 a.m.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at business in Saskatoon

September 22, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following business when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in and near Regina

September 21, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive visited businesses in Regina when the individuals were likely infectious. Each location was visited by a different individual.

Primary Health Care working well in Preeceville

September 21, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has recruited a new physician to practice in Preeceville.

Saskatchewan Health Authority begins first project funded by CAN Health

September 21, 2020

Led by the Saskatchewan Health Authority commercialization pilot project with Saskatchewan based leader in workforce safety, SolusGuard aims to enhance safety for frontline health care staff.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Saskatoon

September 21, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following businesses when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina and Moosomin

September 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that three individuals who tested COVID-19 positive visited businesses in Regina and Moosomin when the individuals were likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at Saskatoon, Prince Albert and Waskesiu businesses

September 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited businesses in Saskatoon, Prince Albert and Waskesiu Lake when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at Regina businesses

September 19, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the businesses in Regina when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at Saskatoon business

September 18, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited a business in Saskatoon when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at business and on Regina Transit

September 18, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following business in Regina and rode Regina Transit on the following routes when the individual was likely infectious on the following date.

UPDATE: Phone service restored in central Saskatchewan

September 15, 2020

SaskTel's services have been restored in central Saskatchewan. Please contact 911 if you are having a medical emergency.

Potential COVID-19 in businesses in Saskatoon, Foam Lake and Wynyard

September 15, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following businesses in Saskatoon, Foam Lake and Wynyard when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at business in Whitewood

September 14, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following business in Whitewood when the individual was likely infectious on the following date.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Tisdale

September 13, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the businesses in Tisdale when the individual was likely infectious on September 6.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at Regina International Airport

September 11, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the Regina International Airport when the individual was likely infectious on September 6.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina

September 10, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following businesses in Regina when the individual was likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Saskatoon

September 09, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following businesses when the individual was likely infectious.

Temporary intermittent service disruptions for Melville

September 09, 2020

This important public service announcement is for residents of the area serviced by the St. Peter’s Hospital in Melville.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Watrous, Waskesiu Lake, Wakaw and Pilot Butte

September 08, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following businesses when the individual was likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure in Meadow Lake

September 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following locations in Meadow Lake when the individual was likely infectious.

COVID-19 exposure at a business in Moose Jaw

September 07, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following business when the individual was likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina and Indian Head

September 05, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following businesses when the individual was likely infectious.

Parkridge Centre visitor limitations in place due to COVID-19

September 05, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the public of a COVID-19 case in Parkridge Centre in Saskatoon and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.

Updated: Possible COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Moose Jaw

September 04, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following businesses when the individual was likely infectious.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Assiniboia

September 04, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following businesses when the individual was likely infectious.

Public Health Alert: Potential COVID-19 Exposure in Saskatoon

September 04, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following locations when they were likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at business in Coronach

September 04, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following business when the individual was likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at business in Saskatoon

September 04, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive was at the following business when the individual was likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure in North Battleford, Prince Albert and Shell Lake

September 03, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that individuals who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following locations when they were likely infectious.

UPDATE: Spiritwood Health Service Centre phone service returned to normal

September 03, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reporting that regular phone and internet services are working at the Spiritwood and District Health Complex.

New Physicians and Nurse Practitioners in Meadow Lake

August 31, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is pleased to announce the hiring of nine new physicians and one Nurse Practitioner for the Meadow Lake area.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert

August 31, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the following businesses in Prince Albert when the individual was likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina

August 30, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited businesses in Regina when they were likely infectious.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at Regina International Airport

August 28, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the Regina International Airport when the individual was likely infectious.

Temporary reduction – Pasqua Hospital emergency room patient parking

August 28, 2020

Beginning Monday, August 31, 2020, emergency room parking at the Pasqua Hospital will be temporarily reduced from 22 to 11 parking stalls as the result of construction related to roof replacement on the north side of the hospital.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at business in Yorkton

August 27, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited a business in Yorkton, SK when the individual was likely infectious.

Visitor limitations following COVID-19 cases in Northeast lifted

August 25, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is easing the visitor limitation in hospitals in Melfort, Tisdale and Nipawin and also at community long term care facilities.

Potential COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Swift Current

August 22, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited businesses in Swift Current when the individual was likely infectious.

Increased COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Prince Albert

August 22, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited businesses in Prince Albert when the individual was likely infectious.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina

August 22, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority is notifying the public that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited the Designer Shoe Warehouse Harbour Landing location in Regina.

Collaborative Emergency Centre (CEC) Planned Service Disruption at Spiritwood Health Centre

August 21, 2020

Effective August 21, there will be no CEC coverage on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as August 31 and September 7, 2020.

Temporary disruption to Porcupine Carragana emergency services

August 21, 2020

Please be advised that the Emergency Department at Porcupine Carragana Hospital will be on bypass on August 24th starting at 5:00 PM until August 25th at 8:00AM due to a staffing issue.

Update: Possible COVID-19 exposure advisory for Turtleford expanded

August 20, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is expanding the dates of a possible COVID-19 transmission through a local business in Turtleford.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure in Battleford

August 18, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 exposure through a local business in Battleford.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure in Turtleford

August 15, 2020

New Physician to Begin Practice in Lanigan

August 12, 2020

Possible COVID-19 exposure at Regina business August 7

August 09, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 transmission through a Regina business.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure at business in Regina

August 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 transmission through a Regina business.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at business in Saskatoon

August 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 transmission through a Saskatoon business.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at Regina business

August 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 transmission through a Regina business.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at businesses in Regina

August 07, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 transmission through three local businesses in Regina.

Possible COVID-19 transmission through Regina-area businesses

August 04, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals of a possibility of COVID-19 transmission through two local businesses in Regina.

Possible COVID-19 transmission through Turtleford-area business

August 02, 2020

Paid parking to resume at all SHA Facilities

July 30, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) will resume paid parking at all SHA facilities effective Tuesday, August 4, 2020.

Visitor limitations in place following COVID-19 cases in Northeast

July 30, 2020

The SHA is alerting individuals of an increase in COVID-19 cases in some Northeast communities and is urging Saskatchewan residents to follow public health measures and personal safety precautions.

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Herbert Personal Care Home

July 30, 2020

Saskatchewan Health Authority has declared an outbreak of COVID-19 at Prairie View Estate personal care home in Herbert.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure at businesses in Lloydminster

July 29, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 individual who was likely infectious while attending businesses in Lloydminster.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure at businesses in Leask

July 29, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 individual who was likely infectious while attending businesses in Leask.

Temporary disruption to Herbert emergency services

July 28, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary disruption to emergency services at the Herbert and District Integrated Facility effective July 30, 2020 until further notice.

Saskatchewan Health Authority welcomes new physician to Hudson Bay

July 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is pleased to announce the arrival of a new physician to serve the residents of Hudson Bay and surrounding area.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure at business in Saskatoon

July 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 individual who was likely infectious while attending a business in Saskatoon.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at Kenosee

July 24, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 individual who was likely infectious while attending a business in Kenosee.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure at business in Swift Current

July 23, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation that an individual was at several businesses in Swift Current and now tested positive for COVID-19.

Saskatchewan Health Authority Apologizes to the Family and Friends of Samwel Uko

July 23, 2020

SHA officials have met with members of the Uko family and formally apologized for the events that transpired in our facilities prior to the passing of Samwel Uko on May 21, 2020.

Alert for Rural Municipalities of Cut Knife (No. 439) and Hillsdale (No. 440) about increased COVID-19 Transmission

July 23, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory about an increase in community transmission in the Rural Municipalities of Cut Knife (No. 439) and Hillsdale (No.440).

Visitor restrictions eased but still in place at Prince Albert facilities

July 22, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is easing the visitor restrictions it had put in place on July 8 at Victoria Hospital and long-term care homes in Prince Albert.

Health officials warning about swift river flows

July 22, 2020

The northern Medical Health Officers for the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority (NITHA) are advising the public to use extreme caution around lakes and rivers in the province.

Emergency services to resume at Radville

July 20, 2020

Emergency services in Radville are set to resume effective July 26.

Possible COVID-19 exposure in Cut Knife

July 19, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation that an individual who was at a business in Cut Knife tested positive for COVID-19 during the time when they were likely infectious.

Public Health Alert: Additional businesses identified for possible COVID-19 exposure in Swift Current and area

July 19, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing a reminder for those who may have been on-site at several businesses in the Swift Current area and identified additional businesses and/or hours through further contact tracing, testing and investigation.

Public Health Alert: Positive COVID-19 case at Saskatoon mall

July 17, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation that an employee at two businesses at Saskatoon’s Midtown Plaza.

Public Health Alert- COVID-19 Exposure at Regina Businesses

July 17, 2020

Visitor restrictions at Cypress Regional Hospital and at Long-Term Care Homes in South West and West Central Saskatchewan

July 16, 2020

As a result of an increased risk for COVID-19 in the south west and west central areas of Saskatchewan, visitation at Cypress Regional Hospital, long-term care homes and personal care homes will be temporarily restricted.

Increased Risk of COVID-19 Transmission in Saskatchewan

July 15, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning of an emergent situation in the southwest and west central areas of the province.

Mental Health and Addictions supports continue to be available

July 15, 2020

As we gradually move back into our regular routines and work lives it is important to remember that mental health and addiction supports continue to be available across the province.

Possible COVID-19 exposure at several businesses in Swift Current and area

July 14, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation that individuals were at several businesses in the Swift Current have now tested positive for COVID-19 as of July 11.

Upcoming changes to Foam Lake Primary Health Care Clinic

July 13, 2020

Due to practitioner vacancies in the Foam Lake Primary Health Care Clinic, you may experience slightly longer waits for appointments as we continue to recruit practitioners to the area.

SHA urges residents to be vigilant as COVID-19 cases increase

July 10, 2020

With the increase in COVID-19 cases across the province, SHA is urging Saskatchewan residents to be more vigilant when it comes to following public health measures and personal safety precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Public Health Alert: Positive COVID-19 Case at Saskatoon Restaurant

July 09, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is issuing an advisory after confirmation that a person who was working at the Canadian Brewhouse Stonebridge location in Saskatoon has now tested positive for COVID-19.

PSA: Possible COVID-19 Transmission in Lloydminster

July 08, 2020

Public Health officials are notifying residents of Lloydminster and area that an individual who tested COVID-19 positive visited a number of public locations.

Increase cluster of COVID-19 cases in Prince Albert area

July 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is alerting individuals travelling to and from, and living in, Prince Albert and area of an increase in COVID-19 illnesses in the community.

SHA reminds residents to remain vigilant with COVID-19

July 07, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding Saskatchewan residents to not let their guard down when it comes to COVID-19.

RM of Maple Creek COVID-19 update

July 07, 2020

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding over the past few weeks as we collaboratively work together to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the Rural Municipality of Maple Creek (No. 111).

Road restrictions in place at JPCH & RUH Emergency Departments

July 06, 2020

Patients, staff, physicians and the public are advised of road and access restrictions to the Emergency Departments at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH) and Royal University Hospital (RUH) Adult Emergency.

Northern Medical Health Officers rescind travel advisory for northern Alberta

July 02, 2020

Emergency services resume in Leader

July 01, 2020

Emergency services at the Leader and District Integrated Healthcare Facility have resumed.

Public Health Alert: Possible COVID-19 Exposure at Sunnyside Bar, Emma Lake

June 29, 2020

Emergency services resume at Herbert

June 25, 2020

Emergency services at the Herbert and District Health Centre have resumed effective June 25, 2020 and normal operations are now in place.

Emergency services resume at Davidson

June 24, 2020

Emergency services at the Davidson Health Centre have resumed effective June 24, 2020 and normal operations are now in place.

Joint statement from the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Hutterian Safety Council

June 22, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and the Hutterian Safety Council (HSC) are working collaboratively to help guide Hutterite communities through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Emergency services resume at Biggar

June 22, 2020

Emergency services at the Biggar and District Health Centre have resumed effective June 22, 2020 and normal operations are now in place.

Emergency services resume at Oxbow

June 22, 2020

Emergency services at the Galloway Health Centre have resumed effective June 22, 2020 and normal operations are now in place.

Community outbreak in Saskatoon declared over

June 22, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is ending its community outbreak declaration in Saskatoon. Dr. Jasmine Hasselback, Medical Health Officer, declared the outbreak over on June 21, 2020.

Emergency services resume at Preeceville

June 18, 2020

Please be advised that emergency services at the Preeceville and District Health Centre have resumed effective June 18, 2020 and normal operations are now in place.

Public Health Advisory – R.M. of Maple Creek No. 111

June 17, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is declaring a COVID-19 outbreak in two Hutterite communities in the Rural Municipality of Maple Creek (No. 111).

Emergency services resume at Arcola

June 16, 2020

Please be advised that emergency services at the Arcola Health Centre have resumed effective June 16, 2020 and normal operations are now in place.

Temporary disruption to Leader emergency services

June 15, 2020

The temporary disruption to emergency services at the Leader and District Integrated Healthcare Facility has been extended for an undetermined period

Family presence restrictions for maternal units amended

June 12, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is updating the Family Presence guidelines for maternal units.

SHA encourages residents to seek testing for COVID-19

June 12, 2020

Since announcing that more Saskatchewan people would be offered testing effective May 25, 2020, more than 4,000 residents have called for testing.

Emergency services resume at Kerrobert

June 12, 2020

Normal operations are now in place at the Kerrobert and District Health Centre.

Precautionary Health Advisory – Clearwater River Dene Nation

June 11, 2020

Two individuals who attended a wake and funeral in the community of Clearwater River Dene have tested positive for COVID-19.

COVID-19 outbreak declared over for Beauval

June 02, 2020

The Office of the Northern Medical Health Officers for the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority have declared the outbreak of COVID-19 in Beauval as over.

SHA welcomes new physicians to Porcupine Plain

June 01, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is pleased to announce the arrival of two new physicians to serve the residents of Porcupine Plain and surrounding area.

SHA welcomes new physician to Tisdale

June 01, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is pleased to announce the arrival of a new physician to serve the residents of Tisdale and surrounding area.

Possible COVID-19 Transmission in North Battleford

May 31, 2020

Indigenous Services Canada and the Saskatchewan Health Authority are notifying residents of North Battleford and area a COVID-19 positive person visited the North Battleford Walmart on May 21, 2020, when the individual was likely infectious.

Lloydminster Hospital Outbreak Lifted

May 30, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is ending the outbreak declared at the Lloydminster Hospital after the standard 28 day period has passed after the onset of the last case of COVID-19 that had the potential to contribute to transmission.

Saskatchewan Health Authority Board approves 2020-21 operating budget and capital expenditure plan

May 29, 2020

Today, the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) Board of Directors approved the organization’s operating budget and capital expenditure plan for the 2020-21 fiscal year.

Operation Lifeline: Helping people stay connected

May 29, 2020

Staying connected has taken on a new level of importance during these challenging times, with social distancing measures necessary to keep us safe during pandemic.

Community outbreak declared in Saskatoon

May 27, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has declared a community transmitted outbreak in Saskatoon. Dr. Johnmark Opondo, Medical Health Officer, officially declared the outbreak on May 27, 2020.

Emergency Departments to reopen starting mid-June

May 26, 2020

In May, the SHA underwent a process to temporarily convert 12 community hospitals to Alternate Level of Care (ALC) sites to help build capacity for any potential surge in COVID-19 cases.

Public reminders as some health services resume

May 20, 2020

Saskatchewan has entered its first phase of service resumption, which means that in pockets of the province some everyday health services are being provided to the public.

La Loche Health Centre long term care outbreak declared over

May 16, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is ending its outbreak declaration at the long term care facility in the La Loche Health Centre made on April 17, 2020.

Lac La Ronge Update

May 15, 2020

A presumptive case of coronavirus (COVID-19) previously announced on May 14, 2020 has now been officially confirmed as negative.

Meadow Lake Hospital outbreak declared over

May 15, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is ending its outbreak declaration at the Meadow Lake Hospital made after one confirmed COVID-19 case of a staff member on May 5th.

Update on Lloydminster Hospital

May 15, 2020

There have been no new cases of COVID-19 reported related to the Lloydminster Hospital cluster since May 7, 2020.

Lac La Ronge

May 14, 2020

A presumptive case of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in Lac La Ronge community in an individual in their sixties.

Lloydminster Hospital Update

May 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is providing an update on the cluster of COVID-19 cases in linked to Lloydminster Hospital.

Prince Albert Victoria Hospital outbreak declared over

May 08, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is ending its outbreak declaration at the Prince Albert Victoria Hospital, made after an inpatient tested positive for COVID-19 April 30.

Westcap Sends Virtual Hugs to Long-term Care Residents Across the Province

May 08, 2020

To help reconnect our long-term care residents to their families, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has partnered with Westcap Mgt. Ltd. (Westcap) to help them reconnect virtually.

Tender awarded for Meadow Lake long-term care home construction

May 08, 2020

Construction is moving ahead on a new long-term care facility for residents of Meadow Lake and area.

Emergency, Outpatient Services suspended at Wilkie and District Health Centre

May 07, 2020

This public service announcement is for residents of the area serviced by Wilkie and District Health Centre. Effective Thursday, May 7, 2020, emergency and outpatient services at the facility are suspended until further notice.

Outbreak declared at Meadow Lake Hospital

May 06, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority presently have one confirmed COVID-19 case of a staff member at the Meadow Lake Hospital. This case at hospital was linked to community-transmission. To date, no patients have presented with symptoms of COVID-19.

Medical Care is Safe to Access

May 04, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority reminds all Saskatchewan residents that if you feel unwell and think you require any medical care, don’t wait.

Meadow Lake Coop

May 04, 2020

An individual at the Meadow Lake Co-Op Service Centre has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19).

Saskatchewan Health Authority Recommended COVID-19 Testing

May 02, 2020

Testing is part of the Saskatchewan Health Authority offensive strategy to contain, mitigate and delay the spread of COVID-19.

COVID-19 outbreak declared for Beauval

May 01, 2020

An outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been declared in Beauval following an increasing number of cases.

Victoria Hospital COVID-19 case

May 01, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is investigating contacts linked to the Victoria Hospital and an inpatient who has tested positive for COVID-19.

SHA increasing supports in Northwest to contain COVID-19

May 01, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is expanding its testing and contact tracing in La Loche and Clearwater River Dene Nation as it continues its vigorous approach to deal with an outbreak of COVID-19 in the area.

COVID-19 cases in Lloydminster linked to Lloydminster Hospital

April 29, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is advising of a cluster of COVID-19 cases in Lloydminster linked to Lloydminster Hospital.

Precautionary Health Advisory - Beauval General Store

April 29, 2020

An employee at the Beauval General Store has tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) on April 28, 2020 after developing symptoms.

Updated compassionate care visitor restrictions at all SHA facilities

April 23, 2020

Temporary changes to visitor restrictions for compassionate care have been updated for all Saskatchewan Health Authority facilities.

Precautionary Health Advisory for Northern Saskatchewan

April 18, 2020

The Office of the northern Medical Health Officers for the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority confirm that there is currently contact tracing investigation underway.

SHA strengthens screening and masking requirements

April 14, 2020

Today the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced proactive measures and precautions to combat COVID-19 and ensure safety in SHA facilities, including new screening and masking requirements for health care providers.

Public reminded to seek emergency and hospital care when needed

April 11, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) reminds residents to continue to access available emergency departments (EDs) and hospitals for the care patients need.

COVID-19 contact tracing underway in Lloydminster

April 09, 2020

During the COVID-19 outbreak please take precautions to protect yourself, your families and everyone who lives in the community. COVID-19 is present in Saskatchewan and Alberta and we all have a responsibility to minimize the spread of the disease.

Parking fees suspended at all SHA facilities

April 02, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is temporarily suspending parking fees for all patients, employees, and physicians at all of our facilities effective immediately.

Guidelines for donations to SHA established

March 30, 2020

Saskatchewan residents’ generosity and support during these extraordinary times is greatly appreciated by all staff and physicians in the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

SHA opens first COVID-19 assessment and treatment site in Regina

March 26, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) wants to ensure general practitioners, clinics and emergency departments are not overwhelmed by people with escalating COVID-19 symptoms.

Possible COVID-19 Exposure at Snowmobile Rally in Christopher Lake

March 25, 2020

The SHA is alerting anyone who attended the Lakeland Snowmobile Club Wilderness Rally Supper in Christopher Lake on Sat. March 14, 2020 between 2 and 10 p.m. after confirmation that two people who attended the event have tested positive for COVID-19.

SHA asks people to pause donations of supplies

March 24, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority greatly appreciates the public interest in donating supplies to help during this unprecedented time. Due to current visitor restrictions, we ask that you do NOT deliver supplies directly to our facilities at this time.

PSA: SHA laboratories reduce testing menu to focus on COVID-19 tests

March 22, 2020

Laboratory Medicine Provincial Program is limiting routine testing at all outpatient laboratories in the province effective 7 a.m. on Monday, March 23.

Saskatchewan Health Authority COVID-19 Expanding Testing Locations

March 13, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is sharing the following information regarding getting tested for COVID-19.

Lanigan Physician Coverage

March 06, 2020

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is exploring options to ensure the long-term sustainability of physician services in Lanigan.

Lloydminster welcomes a new physician

January 27, 2020

A new physician, Dr. Abdalla, has arrived to serve the residents of Lloydminster and the surrounding area.

Temporary disruption to services at Herbert and District Health Centre

January 20, 2020

Please be advised of the temporary disruption to acute care, emergency department and lab and x-ray services at the Herbert and District Health Centre.

SHA introduces pathways to traditional medicine

January 14, 2020

First Nations and Métis patients desiring traditional medicine supports and services now have easier access to information through the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA).

La Ronge Health Centre network outage

January 09, 2020

Network services have been shut down at the La Ronge Health Centre in response to recent detections of malware activity.