Health

Schmale under fire for seeking guidance from constituents on outlawing conversion therapy

A growing outcry is developing after local MP Jamie Schmale decided to hold a constituency-level referendum on Bill C-6, which… Continue reading “Schmale under fire for seeking guidance from constituents on outlawing conversion therapy”

Long-term care group commends local MPP for new funding for residents

$1.6 million in new funds for HKLB long-term care homes

Long-term care homes in Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock will receive a total of $1,602,100 in new funding to increase prevention and containment… Continue reading “$1.6 million in new funds for HKLB long-term care homes”

LifeLabs $30 home visit fee an equity issue, says area woman

LifeLabs $30 home visit fee an equity issue, says area residents and local health coalition

Laura LeMiere’s nana is 90-years-old and has limited mobility. When she required blood work to confirm a health concern, her… Continue reading “LifeLabs $30 home visit fee an equity issue, says area residents and local health coalition”

Santa leaves generous gift for community CT scanner

The Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation is excited to receive a letter and a gift from Santa Claus following the Merry… Continue reading “Santa leaves generous gift for community CT scanner”

Catching a cold still possible, even with exceptional hygiene: Health unit

While most of us are being extra cautious these days when it comes to personal hygiene, some readers have been… Continue reading “Catching a cold still possible, even with exceptional hygiene: Health unit”

Put your name on a standby list for vaccine doses

A dose of good news: First local vaccine arrives

The local health unit today received the first local allocation of COVID-19 vaccine and is rolling out its plan to… Continue reading “A dose of good news: First local vaccine arrives”

Podcast Teaser: Not your average needle

Podcast Teaser: Not your average needle

It’s not a regular occurrence, but it does seem to happen more frequently lately. The person I’m interviewing for an… Continue reading “Podcast Teaser: Not your average needle”