Health
Omemee Swans are ‘somebody’s hero’ with support for Ross Memorial Hospital
The Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation has been included in the Omemee Swans’ season of giving. Today, Darlene Hamilton and Joyce… Continue reading “Omemee Swans are ‘somebody’s hero’ with support for Ross Memorial Hospital”
HKPR District Health Unit reporting new measles exposure in the City of Kawartha Lakes
The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit has confirmed some residents may have been exposed to measles. The individual,… Continue reading “HKPR District Health Unit reporting new measles exposure in the City of Kawartha Lakes”
Paramedics union supports emergency expansion at Ross Memorial Hospital
Paramedics know well the importance of receiving timely care in the safest environment. Their life-saving work throughout Kawartha Lakes is… Continue reading “Paramedics union supports emergency expansion at Ross Memorial Hospital”
Worried about a loved one in storm’s aftermath? Paramedics will do wellness checks
The Kawartha Lakes Community Paramedic team is offering to do health and well-being checks throughout the community. If you would… Continue reading “Worried about a loved one in storm’s aftermath? Paramedics will do wellness checks”
Ross Memorial Hospital unveils new emergency kiosks to help with check-in
Ross Memorial Hospital’s E.R. has gotten an upgrade to help streamline patient arrival. Two self-serve kiosks are now in operation… Continue reading “Ross Memorial Hospital unveils new emergency kiosks to help with check-in”
Drug poisoning hospitalization rates in Kawartha Lakes higher than provincial average
Presentation to council paints bleak picture of local and national opioid use
A drug poisoning crisis driven by unregulated, synthetic opioids are posing significant health challenges to local residents. Kate Hall, Vidya… Continue reading “Drug poisoning hospitalization rates in Kawartha Lakes higher than provincial average”
Dr. Bill Mei joins RMH as orthopaedic surgeon
Ross Memorial Hospital is expanding its roster of orthopaedic surgeons with the addition of Dr. Xin (Bill) Yu Mei. Mei… Continue reading “Dr. Bill Mei joins RMH as orthopaedic surgeon”
