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ADVISORY: Memorial service planned for paramedic

October 30, 2019

It is with deep sadness and regret that the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Paramedic Services Chiefs of Saskatchewan confirm the death of Leigh Schroeder, a Primary Care Paramedic with the Saskatchewan Health Authority EMS.

Meadow Lake Ambulance Crash

October 26, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is confirming that one of our ambulances from Meadow Lake Ambulance was involved in a fatal crash near Beauval, SK.

SHA issues Request for Proposals for youth residential addiction treatment beds

October 25, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is following up on a provincial budget commitment to enhance addiction treatment capacity for residents across the province.

Digital x-ray upgrade improves care for Wilkie and area patients

October 25, 2019

X-ray equipment at the Wilkie and District Health Centre has been upgraded from film to digital images, supporting quicker diagnosis and improved care for patients.

Broadview Union Hospital Emergency Department Update

October 21, 2019

This important public service announcement is for residents of the area serviced by the Broadview Union Hospital.

New physician to begin practice in Strasbourg

October 18, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority, along with the Strasbourg and District Health Centre, are very pleased to announce the arrival of Dr. Nicole Heintz to serve Strasbourg and surrounding communities.

Victoria Hospital Heliport upgrade underway

October 01, 2019

Construction work to upgrade the heliport at the Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert began this morning.

Donor Breastmilk available at Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital

October 01, 2019

In conjunction with National Breastfeeding Week in Canada, pasteurized Donor Human Milk (pDHM) will now be available at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital.

Health Advisory Drug Alert: 5F-ADB found in Kindersley, SK

October 01, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority, in cooperation with the Kindersley RCMP, is advising the public of the confirmed presence of a substance known as 5F-ADB in the community.

Move into new children’s hospital successful

September 30, 2019

September 30, 2019 – Saskatchewan Health Authority is pleased to announce that the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital is fully operational.

Reminder: JPCH open to patients September 29

September 27, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) health-care teams are scheduled to begin moving patients into Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH) in Saskatoon, beginning at 7 a.m. on Sunday, September 29.

SHA and Meadow Lake Tribal Council Sign Memorandum of Understanding

September 23, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and the Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together to achieve better health outcomes for residents in Northwest Saskatchewan.

SHA issues Request for Proposals for pre- and post-addictions treatment beds

September 23, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is following up on a provincial budget commitment to enhance addictions treatment capacity for residents across the province.

SHA asking for public’s help with upcoming hospital move

September 20, 2019

Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) staff and physicians are preparing for the move of patients on Sunday, September 29 to the new Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH), as scheduled.

Broadview Union Hospital Emergency Department Update

September 12, 2019

This important public service announcement is for residents of the area serviced by the Broadview Union Hospital.

SHA partners with Gateway Regional Victim Services for Facility Dog program

September 03, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is partnering with Gateway Regional Victim Services for a Facility Dog program to support people in central and northern Saskatchewan.

Preeceville Physician Coverage

August 29, 2019

Dr. Farah Saeed has indicated she will be leaving the community of Preeceville effective immediately for personal reasons.

Temporary Changes to the Broadview Union Hospital Emergency Department

August 28, 2019

This important public service announcement is for residents of the area serviced by the Broadview Union Hospital.

New Royal University Hospital Adult Emergency Department in Saskatchewan

August 28, 2019

Saskatchewan residents will soon have access to a brand new emergency department.

Assiniboia and area welcoming two new physicians

August 26, 2019

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

Temporary Changes to the Biggar and District Health Centre’s Emergency Department Hours of Operation

August 19, 2019

The Biggar and District Health Centre’s Emergency Department hours of operation are being temporarily adapted to account for available physician resources over the coming months.

Enhanced mental health crisis support in Regina General Hospital Emergency

August 14, 2019

Emergency patients in need of mental health crisis supports will now have extended access to psychiatric nurses at the Regina General Hospital’s Emergency Department.

Royal University Hospital’s children’s emergency services now operating 24 hours a day

August 13, 2019

The Royal University Hospital’s (RUH’s) children’s emergency services are now operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Porcupine Plain Emergency Department facing temporary disruption

August 02, 2019

Residents of Porcupine Plain are advised that Porcupine Carragana Hospital Emergency/Outpatient Department services will be on temporarily bypass for hours on August 2 and August 5-6.

SHA awarded $3.5 million to lead innovation initiative in western Canada

July 29, 2019

Today, the Government of Canada announced the formation of the CAN Health Network, a health and industry partnership designed to develop innovative technological solutions to address health care challenges.

New heliport at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital operational today

July 25, 2019

A new heliport on top of Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital has opened ahead of schedule and became operational on Thursday, July 25 at 8:00 a.m.

PSA: Wild Fire Smoke Advisory

July 24, 2019

Public Health officials are advising northern residents in: Fond- du- Lac-Stony Rapids, Wollaston Lake-Collins Bay and Uranium City-Camsell Portage to take precautions as smoke from nearby forest fires can affect your health.

Take precautions during high temperatures

July 22, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding the public to take precautions during rising temperatures expected in many parts of the province this week, including northern Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan Health Authority issues a Request for Proposals for 75 residential support beds

July 11, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) supporting a provincial budget commitment to develop 75 residential support beds.

Remember HealthLine 811 this summer

July 10, 2019

When you’re out enjoying all the fun activities happening across Saskatchewan this summer, don’t forget that HealthLine 811 professionals are available to assist with your health questions and concerns, all summer long.

Turning Point Program celebrates enhanced services on HIV Testing Day

June 27, 2019

On Thursday, June 27, the Turning Point Program based in Yorkton recognized national HIV Testing Day, and enhancements to testing services offered.

Harm reduction supplies ready for distribution

June 24, 2019

People living with addictions in Swift Current and area will now have access to supplies that will reduce their potential exposure to injury, disease and death.

Update: Services resume at E.I. Wood Building in Swift Current

June 20, 2019

As of Friday, June 21, all Saskatchewan Health Authority programs, services, and client appointments will resume as of 8 a.m. in the E.I. Wood Building in Swift Current.

Services Disrupted in E.I. Wood Building in Swift Current

June 19, 2019

Due to localized flooding that occurred in Swift Current last night in the area of the E.I. Wood Building, all Saskatchewan Health Authority programs, services, and client appointments are unavailable at this location on Wednesday, June 19

HIV and syphilis cases in northwest Saskatchewan

June 14, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has seen an increasing number of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and infectious syphilis cases in recent months in northwest Saskatchewan.

Public Service Announcement: Measles Case in Saskatchewan

June 13, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is issuing a provincial exposure alert due to a confirmed case of measles in a returning traveler to Yorkton, SK.

Six new addictions beds open at Calder Centre

June 10, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is pleased to announce an expansion of service at Calder Centre with the staffing and opening of six new resident treatment beds at Calder Centre, a provincial addictions treatment facility based in Saskatoon.

New interim provincial head for pediatrics

May 31, 2019

Highly regarded physician and medical educator Dr. Ron Siemens, MD, FRCPC, FAAP, has been selected as the interim provincial head of pediatrics beginning June 3, 2019 for a one-year term.

Five additional physicians working in Swift Current

May 30, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is pleased to welcome five physicians who are establishing or returning to practice in Swift Current’s primary health care community.

Saskatchewan Health Authority Board approves 2019-20 operating budget and capital expenditure plan

May 29, 2019

Today, the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA) Board approved the organization’s operating budget and capital expenditure plan budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year.

Melfort physicians providing support for Dr. Desjardins’ patients

May 23, 2019

Effective June 8, physician coverage of Dr. Desjardins’ patients will be provided by the Melfort Family Physicians Group for the duration of her maternity leave.

Turtleford Helicopter Landing Pad improves access and safety

May 03, 2019

Residents and visitors to the Turtleford area in west central Saskatchewan now have improved access to life saving critical care with a new landing pad for use by the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS).

Turning Point Program enhances testing services

April 25, 2019

The Turning Point Program based in Yorkton is now offering comprehensive testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and blood-borne infections (BBIs).

Biggar Area Wild Fire

April 24, 2019

Update as of 4:15 p.m. - Friday, April 26

"Light it Green” tomorrow for organ donation awareness

April 23, 2019

Saskatchewan landmarks will be joining others across Canada April 24 to Light it Green for organ donation awareness.

SHA welcomes new physician to Porcupine Plain

April 02, 2019

Safer inhalation supplies ready to distribute

March 07, 2019

People living with addictions in Saskatchewan will now have access to supplies that will reduce their exposure to injury and disease.

SHA Commits to Truth and Reconciliation

March 04, 2019

Today, Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Board Chairperson R.W. (Dick) Carter and CEO Scott Livingstone formalized the SHA’s commitment to the Calls to Action outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC).

Leader and District Healthcare Facility to Re-open Monday

March 01, 2019

Saskatchewan Health Authority is pleased to announce that the Leader and District Healthcare facility will reopen to services as of Monday, March 4, 2019 at 10 a.m.

Major Donation Vaults SHNB Fundraising Campaign Over the Top

February 07, 2019

A $1 million donation has boosted the Saskatchewan Hospital New Beginnings campaign well over the top of its $8 million goal, bringing the fundraising initiative to a successful conclusion.

Saskatchewan Health Authority committed to meeting long-term care needs in Regina and Grenfell

February 07, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is working to ensure long-term care services continue to be available in the community of Grenfell, and to replace long-term care services provided at Regina Pioneer Village.

SHA Security Review Process Complete

February 05, 2019

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) received the final report for its security services review which began in April 2018. The review was conducted to fulfill the SHA’s commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment.

SHA welcomes new physician to Hudson Bay

January 21, 2019

Swift Current helicopter landing pad now operational

January 18, 2019

The helicopter landing pad near Cypress Regional Hospital is now operational.

Cumberland House Health Centre offering harm reduction services

January 14, 2019