Public Service Announcements

Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre  

March 31, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

 Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, April 10, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. 

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) continue to be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (in-person or virtual), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330. Appointments for laboratory and medical imaging services are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Virtual Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre  

March 31, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary virtual emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to human resource challenges. During this time, the emergency department will be staffed by a nurse practitioner and a respiratory therapist, supported by a physician who will be available virtually. The temporary change will take place from:

Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients are advised to continue to proceed to the emergency department at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. (more…)


Update to Temporary Closures of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

March 31, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of an update to temporary closures of emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island. The temporary closures will now take place on:

Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the NL HealthLine at 811. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Carbonear General Hospital Emergency Department Entrance

March 30, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary changes to the emergency department entrance at the Carbonear General Hospital due to construction work. This work is currently scheduled to take place from Friday, March 31, 2023, at 7:00 a.m. to Monday April 3, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. During this time, the public is advised to use the second floor Staff Entrance, Door #5 to access the emergency department; this entrance is located in the same area and is to the left of the emergency room doors. (more…)


Eastern Health Modifies Approach for COVID-19 Clinics

March 28, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises that it is modifying its approach to providing COVID-19 vaccine and boosters based on current demand at various locations. By April 1, 2023, clinics will be located in Eastern Health community health offices throughout the region. As well, bookings for vaccine and boosters have changed for some age groups and locations as outlined in the table below. (more…)


Temporary Closures of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

March 27, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closures will take place on:

  • Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.
  • Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.
  • Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the NL HealthLine at 811. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Temporary Closures of Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre 

March 27, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary closures of emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to human resource challenges. The temporary closures are as follows:

Friday, March 31, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Eastern Health advises the public that in-person and telephone primary health-care appointments will be available at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre from Monday, March 20, 2023 to Friday, March 31, 2023, for patients with or without a family doctor.  Primary health-care appointments would be the best option for individuals who are unwell but do not need to be seen within 24-hours, such as a fever, sinus infection, and medication refills. To book an appointment, please call 709-468-7881. The recruitment of two additional physicians for the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre will assist to increase available appointment times in the near future.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Community Walk-in Clinic Closed Tomorrow Due to Impending Adverse Weather

March 24, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the Community Walk-In Clinic, located at 50 Mundy Pond Road in St. John’s, will be closed tomorrow (Saturday, March 25, 2023) due to impending adverse conditions, and will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

March 24, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

 Monday, March 27, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

For information on services while the emergency department is closed (such as primary health care/family practice clinic, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services), individuals may call 709-873-2330.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Three Additional Dates Added to Urgent Care Services in Whitbourne

March 22, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that three additional dates have been added to the schedule for urgent care services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne: Wednesday, March 22; Friday, March 31; and Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

These dates are in addition to regular hours of operation for urgent care services at the health centre, which are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. A limited number of same-day appointments are available via phone or walk-in on a first-come, first-served basis. To make a same-day appointment, patients may call 709-759-2300 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (more…)


Temporary Closures for Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre 

March 17, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary closures for emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to human resource challenges. The temporary closures are as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Monday, March 20, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, March 22, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Thursday, March 23, 2023 OPEN
Friday, March 24, 2023 OPEN
Saturday, March 25, 2023 OPEN
Sunday, March 26, 2023 OPEN

Eastern Health advises the public that in-person and telephone primary health-care appointments will be available at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre from Monday, March 20, 2023 to Friday, March 31, 2023, for patients with or without a family doctor.  Primary health-care appointments would be the best option for individuals who are unwell but do not need to be seen within 24-hours, such as a fever, sinus infection, and medication refills. To book an appointment, please call 709-468-7881.

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

March 16, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on:

Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Friday, March 17, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the NL HealthLine at 811.

Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Eastern Health Services Impacted Due to Adverse Weather

March 16, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the following update to its services for the remainder of the day (Wednesday, March 16, 2023) due to adverse weather conditions:

  • Doorways Counselling Services in St. John’s and all rural areas, will be offered by phone or video due to adverse weather condition. To arrange an appointment, please visit the Doorways website for phone numbers.
  • Urgent care services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne are closed. Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s.

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Urgent Care Services Opening in Whitbourne

March 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that urgent care services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will open as of Monday, March 13, 2023. Hours of operation will be Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Hours will expand based on community need and recruitment.

A limited number of same-day appointments will be available via phone or walk-in on a first-come, first-served basis. To make a same-day appointment, patients may call 709-759-2300 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Patients should enter the facility through the main entrance for urgent care appointments. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre 

March 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary changes to emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to human resource challenges. The temporary changes are as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Monday, March 13, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

NP/Virtual ER starting at 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 NP/Virtual ER until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Thursday, March 16, 2023 OPEN
Friday, March 17, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 18, 2023 CLOSED
Sunday, March 19, 2023 CLOSED

During Virtual Emergency Rooms (ERs staffed by a nurse practitioner):

During a NP/virtual ER, the emergency department will be staffed by a nurse practitioner, supported by a physician who will be available virtually. Patients are advised to proceed to the emergency department at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary.

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Temporary Closures of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

March 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closures will take place on:

Friday, March 10, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Monday, March 13, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the NL HealthLine at 811.

Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

March 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

 Monday, March 13, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, March 27, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

March 3, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closures are as follows: 

Date Service Availability/Hours 
Monday, March 6, 2023  OPEN until 8:00 a.m. 

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m. 

Tuesday, March 7, 2023  CLOSED  
Wednesday, March 8, 2023  CLOSED  
Thursday, March 9, 2023  CLOSED until 8:00 a.m. 

OPEN at 8:00 a.m. 

Friday, March 10, 2023  OPEN until 8:00 a.m. 

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m. 

Saturday, March 11, 2023  CLOSED 
Sunday, March 12, 2023  CLOSED 

During Temporary Closures: 

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville.  (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

March 3, 2023 – St. John’s, NL:Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on: 

Monday, March 6, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. 

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the NL HealthLine at 811. 

Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department.  (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

March 3, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, March 6, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, March 13, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Change in Ambulance Service Provider for Whitbourne Area

March 2, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises that there has been a change to the provision of ambulance services in the Whitbourne area. Eastern Health is ensuring the continuation of emergency and routine ambulance service coverage to the region and there are no changes to service levels.

Residents are advised to continue to call 911 in the event of an emergency. (more…)


Planned Telephone Disruption on Bell Island Resolved

February 28, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health has been advised by the service provider that the work is complete and telephone service has now resumed. (more…)


Eastern Health Modifies Approach for COVID-19 Clinics

February 28, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises that it is modifying its approach to providing COVID-19 vaccine and boosters based on current demand at various locations. By March 1, 2023, some clinics will be relocated to Eastern Health community health offices throughout the region, as outlined in the table below. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

February 28, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on:

Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. to Thursday, March 2, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the NL HealthLine at 811.

Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Temporary Protocols to Call for an Ambulance on Bell Island During Planned Telephone Disruption

February 27, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises residents of Bell Island of updated protocols to call for an ambulance during a planned telephone disruption while the service provider completes work. The service provider has advised that work is currently planned to take place tomorrow, Tuesday, February 28, 2023, beginning at 7:00 a.m. and lasting for several hours.

During this planned telephone disruption, residents of Bell Island with a medical emergency who require an ambulance are advised of the following protocols:

  • Cell Phone: If you have a cell phone, please continue to call 911 for an ambulance.
  • Landline: If you have a landline, please call the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre at 709-488-2761 for an ambulance.

The Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre will also experience a loss of internet during this time. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre 

February 24, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary changes for emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre. The temporary changes are as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Monday, February 27, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN at 8:00 a.m.

Thursday, March 2, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Friday, March 3, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN at 8:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 4, 2023

 

OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Sunday, March 5, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN at 8:00 a.m.

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

February 24, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on:

Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 27, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911.

Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Telephone Services Restored at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre 

February 24, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health has been advised by the service provider that telephone services are currently operational at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre.

Residents of Bell Island with a medical emergency who require an ambulance are advised to call 911 for an ambulance. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

February 24, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

 Monday, February 27, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, March 13, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Updated Schedule for Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care

February 21, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The updated hours for the temporary closure are as follows:

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. During the ongoing telephone disruption, residents of Bell Island with a medical emergency who require an ambulance are advised of the following protocols:

  • Cell Phone: If you have a cell phone, please continue to call 911 for an ambulance.
  • Landline: If you have a landline, please call the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre at 709-488-2761 for an ambulance.

Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Updated Schedule for Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

February 20, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of an updated schedule for emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre. The emergency department is open for an extra day as a result of physician coverage being secured on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. The updated schedule is as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 22, 2023 OPEN
Thursday, February 23, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Friday, February 24, 2023 CLOSED
Saturday, February 25, 2023 CLOSED
Sunday, February 26, 2023 CLOSED

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care

February 19, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on:

Monday, February 20, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. to Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to their nearest emergency department. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

February 17, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, February 20, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, March 6, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Interruption to Telephone Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre 

February 15, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that work is ongoing with the service provider to resolve interruptions to telephone services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre.

During this telephone disruption, residents of Bell Island with a medical emergency who require an ambulance are advised of the following protocols:

  • Cell Phone: If you have a cell phone, please continue to call 911 for an ambulance.
  • Landline: If you have a landline, please call the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre at 709-488-2761 for an ambulance.

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Update on Eastern Health Services During Adverse Weather

February 15, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the following update to its services today due to adverse weather conditions:

  • Breastfeeding support groups are cancelled at the following locations:
    • Goulds Family Resource Centre (2:00 – 3:30 p.m.)
    • Bay Bulls Community Health Office (1:00 – 2:30 p.m.)
      These groups will resume as scheduled next week. Please reach out to your Public Health nurse directly, if needed.
  • The breastfeeding support group at Heart’s Delight Town Hall (1:30 – 2:30 p.m.) is proceeding.
  • The community walk-in clinic, located at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, will reopen at 12:00 p.m.
  • The blood collection booking office/phone line is closed today and will reopen tomorrow. Appointments can also be made online at https://www.easternhealth.ca/find-health-care/blood-collection/. Blood collection sites are open and appointments are proceeding.

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Eastern Health Services Impacted by Adverse Weather

February 15, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the following service changes for today (Wednesday, February 15, 2023), due to adverse weather:

  • Breastfeeding support groups are cancelled for the morning with an update later this morning. Please reach out to your Public Health nurse directly, if needed.
  • The community walk-in clinic, located at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, will be closed for the morning with an update later this morning.
  • Doorways (St. John’s) Counseling Services will be offered by phone or video only. Please call 709-752-4903 to arrange your phone or video session. Appointments are available between 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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Temporary Changes to Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

February 14, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary changes to emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to human resource challenges. The temporary changes are as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

NP/Virtual ER starting at 8:00 a.m.

Thursday, February 16, 2023 NP/Virtual ER
Friday, February 17, 2023 NP/Virtual ER until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Saturday, February 18, 2023 CLOSED
Sunday, February 19, 2023 CLOSED
Monday, February 20, 2023 CLOSED
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 CLOSED

During Virtual Emergency Rooms (ERs staffed by a nurse practitioner):

During a NP/virtual ER, the emergency department will be staffed by a nurse practitioner, supported by a physician who will be available virtually. Patients are advised to proceed to the emergency department at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary.

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Eastern Health Services Impacted by Adverse Weather

February 14, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the following service changes for today (Tuesday, February 14, 2023), due to adverse weather: (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. A.A. Wilkinson Memorial Health Centre

February 13, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at Dr. A.A. Wilkinson Memorial Health Centre in Old Perlican is temporarily closed due to human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, February 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. to Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) are proceeding. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-587-2200.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency department if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Updated Schedule for Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

February 11, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of an updated schedule for emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre . The emergency department is open for an extra day as a result of physician coverage being secured. The updated schedule is as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Saturday, February 11, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

ER CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Sunday, February 12, 2023 ER CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Monday, February 13, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 CLOSED

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville.

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Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

February 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

 Monday, February 13, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 27, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

February 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on:

Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 13, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to an Emergency Department in St. John’s. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

February 7, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary changes to emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to current human resource challenges. The temporary changes are as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 CLOSED until 8:00 a.m.

 

NP/Virtual ER starting 8:00 a.m.

Thursday, February 9, 2023 NP/Virtual ER
Friday, February 10, 2023 NP/Virtual ER until 8:00 a.m.

 

OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

Saturday, February 11, 2023 OPEN until 8:00 a.m.

 

ER CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.

Sunday, February 12, 2023 CLOSED
Monday, February 13, 2023 CLOSED
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 CLOSED

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville.

During Virtual Emergency Rooms (ERs staffed by a nurse practitioner):

The emergency department will be staffed by a nurse practitioner and supported by a physician who will be available virtually. Patients are advised to proceed to the emergency department at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

February 3, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, February 6, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 20, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

January 30, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place on:

Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. to Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 for transportation to a city hospital. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to an Emergency Department in St. John’s. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

January 30, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

January 27, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 30, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 6, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

January 27, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 30, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, February 13, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330. Additional appointments have been added at the family practice clinic for the coming week to meet the increased demand.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

January 26, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of a temporary change in emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre effective:

Thursday, January 26 at 8:00 a.m. to Friday, January 27 at 8:00 a.m. 

Monday, January 30 at 8:00 a.m. to Tuesday, January 31 at 8:00 a.m.

During these times, the emergency department will be staffed by a nurse practitioner, supported by a physician who will be available virtually. Patients are advised to proceed to the emergency department at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

January 21, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closures will take place on:

Sunday, January 22, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 23, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.
Friday, January 27, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 30, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 for transportation to a city hospital. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to an Emergency Department in St. John’s. (more…)


Eastern Health Services Impacted Due to Adverse Weather

January 21, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the following service changes for today, Saturday, January 21, 2023, due to adverse weather this weekend:

• The community walk-in clinic, located at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, will be closed.

• The collaborative team clinic centre, located at 7 Pippy Place, St. John’s, will be closed.

• The COVID-19 vaccination clinic for children aged six months to 11 years old at Mount Pearl Square will be closed. Clients will be contacted to reschedule their appointments. In addition, clients may rebook online at www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19/vaccine/gettheshot/.

• In addition, the planned closure of both the external and internal entrances to the emergency department at the Health Sciences Centre on Sunday, January 22, 2023 has been postponed. This closure will now be in effect as of Sunday, January 28, 2023. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

January 20, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 23, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 30, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330. Additional appointments have been added at the family practice clinic for the coming week to meet the increased demand.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

January 20, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 23, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 30, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Eastern Health Enacts Plan During Paramedic Job Action

January 20, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health is advising the public that it has enacted plans to ensure continued emergency ambulance services to residents across the region during job action with a private operator.

Eastern Health reminds the public in the case of an emergency to call 911 as opposed to local ambulance operator numbers. NL 911 is ready to redirect calls to the next closest available ambulance provider. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

January 13, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 16, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 23, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

January 13, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 16, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 23, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330. Additional appointments have been added at the family practice clinic for the coming week to meet the increased demand.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Entrances at Health Sciences Centre Emergency Department

January 13, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of upcoming temporary changes to external and internal entrances at the emergency department of the Health Sciences Centre. These measures are necessary to facilitate construction work for the recently announced emergency department expansion project. (more…)


Temporary Changes to Emergency Services at Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre

January 12, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of temporary changes to emergency services at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre due to current human resource challenges. The temporary changes are as follows:

Date Service Availability/Hours
Friday, January 13 ER CLOSED starting at 8:00 a.m.
Saturday, January 14 ER CLOSED
Sunday, January 15 ER OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.
Monday, January 16 NP/Virtual ER starting at 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, January 17 ER OPEN starting at 8:00 a.m.

During Temporary Closures:

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department at Dr. G. B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville.

During Virtual Emergency Rooms (ERs staffed by a nurse practitioner):

The emergency department will be staffed by a nurse practitioner and supported by a physician who will be available virtually. Patients are advised to proceed to the emergency department at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. (more…)


Eastern Health Services During Adverse Weather

January 10, 2023– St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the following service changes due to adverse weather today (January 10, 2023):

  • Breastfeeding support groups are cancelled for today at the following locations:
    • Placentia Public Library (11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)
    • CBS Arena (2:00 – 3:00 p.m.)
    • Thomas Line Community Centre (2:00 – 3:30 p.m.)
      These groups will resume as scheduled next week. Please reach out to your Public Health nurse directly, if needed.
  • Mass vaccination clinic at Mount Pearl Square will close at 12:00 p.m.
    Extra appointments have been made available online over the coming days to accommodate those whose appointments are impacted today. Clients may rebook online at:

  • Doorways (St. John’s) Counseling Services will be offered by phone or video only today. Please call 709-752-4903 to arrange your phone or video session. Appointments are available between 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • The community walk-in clinic, located at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, is closed today.

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Community Walk-In Clinic Closed Today Due to Anticipated Adverse Weather

January 10, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the community walk-in clinic, located at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, will be closed today, Tuesday, January 10, 2023, due to anticipated adverse weather. (more…)


Visitor Restrictions in Place at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

January 8, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that visitation is temporarily restricted at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island due to cases of COVID-19 among residents. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

January 6, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 9, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 16, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

While emergency services are closed, primary health care (i.e. family practice clinic appointments) will still be available. To make an appointment for the family practice clinic (including evening virtual appointments), outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services, individuals may call 709-873-2330. Additional appointments have been added at the family practice clinic for the coming week to meet the increased demand.

Patients requiring emergency services during the closures should call 911 or proceed to the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre or the Dr. S. Beckley Clinic in Grand Bank if they feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

January 6, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from:

Monday, January 9, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 16, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Family practice clinics, outpatient laboratory services and ambulatory treatment services continue to be available, by appointment, at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 and those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to the nearest open emergency department in Carbonear, Placentia or St. John’s. (more…)


Temporary Interruption to Obstetrical Services and Urgent Surgical Services at Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre

January 6, 2023 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health advises the public that obstetrical and urgent surgical services at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre will be limited from Friday, January 6, at 4:00 p.m. to Monday, January 9, 2023, at 8:00 a.m., due to the temporary unavailability of anesthesiology services.

Patients in the area who require obstetrical or urgent surgical services during this time period are advised to proceed to the emergency department at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre where they will be assessed and transferred to another hospital, if necessary. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre

January 2, 2023– St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the emergency services at the Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre on Bell Island will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closures will take place on:

Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. to Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 8:00 a.m.

Patients with a medical emergency who require an ambulance should call 911 for transportation to a city hospital. Those who feel they have a serious or urgent medical problem should proceed to an Emergency Department in St. John’s. (more…)


Visitor Restrictions in Place at U.S. Memorial Health Centre

December 27, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that visitation is temporarily restricted at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence due to cases of COVID-19 among residents.

Palliative care and end-of-life visitation should be discussed with the health-care team. Immediate family members may contact their assigned unit or the site at 709-873-4226 for further information. (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre 

December 22, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency services at U.S. Memorial Health Centre in St. Lawrence will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from: 

Monday, December 26, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 9, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.  (more…)


Temporary Closure of Emergency Services at Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne

December 22, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that the emergency services at the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne will be temporarily closed due to current human resource challenges. The temporary closure will take place from: 

Monday, December 26, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, January 9, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.  (more…)


Temporary Redirection of Walk-in Services at Waterford Hospital Psychiatric Assessment Unit to St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital

December 22, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that emergency walk-in services normally available at the Psychiatric Assessment Unit (PAU) at the Waterford Hospital will be temporarily redirected to the emergency department at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital from Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. to Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

As there will be no walk-in service available at the PAU during this time, patients are advised to present to St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital where initial assessments will be available. Following initial assessment, patients may still be transferred to the PAU for psychiatric consultation, as needed. (more…)


Holiday Hours for Some Eastern Health Clinics and Services

December 22, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that regular hours for some services and walk-in clinics may change due to statutory holidays between Saturday, December 24, 2022, and Tuesday, January 2, 2023.

Community Walk-In Clinic (50 Mundy Pond Road, St. John’s)
• Saturday, December 24, 2022: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Sunday, December 25 and Monday, December 26, 2022: Closed
• Tuesday, December 27 to Friday, December 30, 2022: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday, December 31, 2022: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Sunday, January 1, 2023: Closed
• Monday, January 2, 2023: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Dr. G. B. Cross Walk-in Clinic (Clarenville)
• Saturday, December 24 and Sunday, December 25, 2022: Closed
• Saturday, December 31, 2022 and Sunday, January 1, 2023: Closed

Doorways Walk-in Clinic (80 Charter Avenue, St. John’s)
• Monday, December 26 and Tuesday, December 27, 2022: Closed
• Thursday, December 29, 2022: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Monday, January 2, 2023: Closed

Breastfeeding Support Groups
• The holiday schedule can be found on the Eastern Health website: https://hi.easternhealth.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/12/Holiday-BFSG-Schedule-2022.23.pdf. (more…)