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Waiting for first vaccines: Medical officer of health says it’s ‘all hands on deck’

As Ontario’s COVID-19 infection numbers risk spiralling out of control, the acting medical officer of health, Dr. Ian Gemmill, says… Continue reading “Waiting for first vaccines: Medical officer of health says it’s ‘all hands on deck’”

Community Care granted $144,000 from Ontario Trillium Foundation

Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes is proud to keep the community moving, thanks to a $143,700 grant from the… Continue reading “Community Care granted $144,000 from Ontario Trillium Foundation”

Changes to some Ross Memorial guidelines: Community update

Ross Memorial Hospital and partners are working together to prepare for the distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine locally, according to… Continue reading “Changes to some Ross Memorial guidelines: Community update”

Cluster of suspected opioid overdoses in Lindsay

Since Dec. 23, Kawartha Lakes Police have responded to five separate reports of a suspected overdose involving opioids. Most of… Continue reading “Cluster of suspected opioid overdoses in Lindsay”

New president chosen for Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative board

Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative (KLHCI) has announced that Lisa Green, RN, has accepted the voluntary position of president, KLHCI… Continue reading “New president chosen for Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative board”

COVID-19 making the gruelling experience of dying or grieving even more painful

Of all the cruelties inflicted by the pandemic, separating people from someone they love who is about to die has… Continue reading “COVID-19 making the gruelling experience of dying or grieving even more painful”

Local health team increases equality of care

The City of Kawartha Lakes Family Health Team is ensuring its family doctors and health care providers have increased knowledge and… Continue reading “Local health team increases equality of care”