Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Launches New Temporary COVID-19 Booster Clinic for Adults

January 4, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises of a new COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at the Reid Community Centre, 126 Smallwood Drive in Mount Pearl, NL, for individuals 30 years of age and older. Appointments will be available from January 4-14, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Launches New Temporary COVID-19 Booster Clinic for Adults”



News Releases

Eastern Health Launches First Year-in-Review for Client- and Family-Centred Care (CFCC)

March 8, 2023St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health was pleased this week to launch its first Client- and Family- Centred Care (CFCC) year in review. The 2022 impact report outlines the role of client and family advisors, the value they bring to the delivery of health-care services and the advancements in the Client- and Family-Centred Care (CFCC) approach to care, which was adopted by Eastern Health in 2017. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Launches First Year-in-Review for Client- and Family-Centred Care (CFCC)”



News Releases

Eastern Health Launches Community-Based Respiratory Program

October 28, 2021 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is announcing the launch of a new and innovative community-based comprehensive respiratory care (CRC) program which will make it easier for patients with chronic respiratory disease to access care in the community. The referral-based program provides preventative care and fosters self-management through enhanced education and supports that have the potential to significantly improve health outcomes and quality of life for those living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma. Services are provided by a registered respiratory therapist (RRT) who is also a certified respiratory educator who works in collaboration with the patient’s primary care provider to treat the patient. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Launches Community-Based Respiratory Program”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Launches Breastfeeding Support Services Survey

August 4, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health is launching an online breastfeeding support services survey to seek feedback from members of the public about their experiences with breastfeeding support services between February 2019 and February 2020. The survey will collect information regarding the delivery of breastfeeding support services during this period, prior to service interruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The perspectives gathered will provide valuable feedback which will be used to help improve the breastfeeding support services offered at Eastern Health.

LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Launches Breastfeeding Support Services Survey”



News Releases

Eastern Health Launches 2022 Community Health Survey

July 27, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health, in partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Statistics Agency (NLSA), has launched its 2022 community health survey and is encouraging feedback from residents across the region. This survey is a part of the organization’s Community Health Assessment, an ongoing process undertaken to understand the health, strengths and needs of the overall population and communities we serve and to provide important information to help plan health services. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Launches 2022 Community Health Survey”



News Releases

Eastern Health Invites Applications for Healthy Communities Partnership Fund

September 27, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health invites non-profit and community-based groups to apply for funding under its 2021 Healthy Communities Partnership Fund. The fund, valued at $50,000 annually, was established in 2007 by Eastern Health’s Board of Trustees to support local community groups and organizations by funding projects that foster healthy communities. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Invites Applications for Healthy Communities Partnership Fund”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Implements Visitor Restrictions on the Burin Peninsula

October 22, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of the implementation of temporary visitor restrictions for hospital patients and long-term care and personal care home residents at all facilities and sites on the Burin Peninsula, due to an increase in COVID-19 cases and ongoing investigation in the area. Effective immediately, two designated visitors and a support person (if required) are permitted for inpatients in a hospital setting and residents of long-term care homes. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Implements Visitor Restrictions on the Burin Peninsula”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Implements Visitor Restrictions

December 23, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that temporary visitor restrictions are now in place at facilities and sites across the region, as per updated provincial guidelines. Effective immediately, two designated visitors and one support person (if required) are permitted for inpatients in a hospital setting and residents of long-term care homes, personal care homes, community care homes and assisted living facilities. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Implements Visitor Restrictions”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Impacted by IT Systems Outage

October 30, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of a province-wide IT outage affecting some of its operational, clinical and administrative systems. Eastern Health is working with the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre of Health Information (NLCHI), who is assessing and working to resolve the situation in collaboration with the Department of Health and Community Services and other regional health authorities.

LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Impacted by IT Systems Outage”



News Releases

Eastern Health Hosting Living Lab Health Innovation Summit

October 19, 2021 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is hosting its annual living lab health innovation summit on October 20 and 21, 2021. The two-day event will share the most recent ideas around research and innovation and examine the role that research plays in advancing health care in Newfoundland and Labrador. Keynote speakers and presenters will share how their research is generated in partnership with industry, health-care organizations, universities, and government. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Hosting Living Lab Health Innovation Summit”



News Releases

Eastern Health Hosting Living Lab Health Innovation Summit

October 26, 2022 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is hosting its annual living lab health innovation summit on October 26 and 27, 2022 at the new Health Innovation and Acceleration Centre, a space for Eastern Health and its innovation partners. This year’s theme is ‘Driving Value and Innovative Solutions through Collaborative Community Care.’ Over the course of two days, keynote speakers, presenters and panel discussions will explore and report on innovative ways to deliver primary health-care services, and various sessions will highlight achievements with innovation activities taking place in Newfoundland and Labrador. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Hosting Living Lab Health Innovation Summit”



News Releases

Eastern Health Highlights Progress in 2020-21 Annual Performance Report

September 29, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health held its annual general meeting (AGM) today, hosted by Leslie O’Reilly, Chair of the Board of Trustees, and David Diamond, President and CEO. During the AGM, Eastern Health provided an overview of its performance in 2020-21, completing the first fiscal year of the organization’s Strategic Plan for 2020-23, Putting Excellence into Action. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Highlights Progress in 2020-21 Annual Performance Report”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Expands Visitor Restrictions

December 30, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that temporary expanded visitor restrictions are now in place at facilities and sites across the region, as per updated provincial guidelines. Effective immediately, all in-person visits to inpatients in a hospital setting and residents of long-term care homes, personal care homes, community care homes and assisted living facilities are suspended until further notice and the general public are asked not to visit any patients or residents during this time. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Expands Visitor Restrictions”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Expands Hours of Operation for Community Walk-In Clinic in St. John’s

October 11, 2022 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health advises the public that it is expanding the hours of its community walk-in clinic at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, starting on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. The clinic is open to individuals in the metro area who do not have a family health-care provider.

The clinic will be open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the possibility of expanded hours based on community need. The clinic is walk-in only at this time with a limited number of appointments that will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Expands Hours of Operation for Community Walk-In Clinic in St. John’s”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Encouraging Individuals to Cancel Duplicate COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

July 20, 2021 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is reminding individuals of the importance of canceling appointments which are no longer required at COVID-19 vaccine clinics. This may include previously scheduled appointments due to a change in appointment time or location, i.e., getting a vaccine from a physician or pharmacist. Individuals may cancel their appointment through their reminder email, the Pomelo website or by calling 1-800-563-3692 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Encouraging Individuals to Cancel Duplicate COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments”



Public Service Announcements

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. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Enacts Plan During Paramedic Job Action”



News Releases

Eastern Health Completes First Outpatient Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeries  

December 16, 2022 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health announced that it has started to complete hip and knee replacement surgery on an outpatient basis this week. This new, innovative approach to managing surgical waitlists for hip and knee joint replacement surgeries helps to reduce wait times and improve access to care for patients who are clinically eligible for this surgical approach. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Completes First Outpatient Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeries  “



News Releases

Eastern Health Announces Launch of Healthy Food Policy  

June 21, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health is pleased to announce the official launch of its Healthy Food Policy for Retail. The policy focuses on offering food and beverages consistent with Canada’s Food Guide and applies to all cafeterias, canteens, vending machines and gift shops/auxiliaries in Eastern Health facilities. The policy will be implemented across the region over the next three years.  LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Announces Launch of Healthy Food Policy  “



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Boosters Now Available for Eligible Individuals

May 3, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises that appointments are now available for individuals who are eligible for COVID-19 second vaccination boosters. The second booster dose should be administered at a minimum of 20 weeks after the first booster dose was administered. Those eligible for the second booster are:

  • Adults 70 years of age and over;
  • All residents living in long-term care or other senior congregate living facilities; and
  • Individuals 18 years of age and older that identify as Indigenous or live in remote/isolated communities.

LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Boosters Now Available for Eligible Individuals”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Announces Changes in Operating Hours for COVID-19 Clinics at Village Mall

February 25, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises of new operating hours for the COVID-19 appointment-based and walk-in clinics at the Village Mall based on current demand. Starting this weekend, the clinics will remain open every second Saturday for first and second doses for individuals 12 years and older, booster doses for anyone 18 years of age and older and pediatric doses. The clinic at the Village Mall will be closed tomorrow and reopen on Monday, February 28, 2022. Individuals who had appointments scheduled for tomorrow will need to rebook. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Announces Changes in Operating Hours for COVID-19 Clinics at Village Mall”



News Releases

Eastern Health and Quality of Care NL Highlight the Importance of Addressing Antimicrobial Resistance

November 21, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health and Quality of Care NL join organizations around the world this week to increase awareness and action to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) as part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, November 18 to 24, 2022.

“Eastern Health is committed to increasing understanding of the risks associated with antimicrobial and antibiotic resistance in health care, and an important part of that is raising awareness about appropriate antibiotic use,” said Debbie Walsh, vice president for clinical services at Eastern Health. “Unnecessary use and misuse of antibiotics and other antimicrobials, such as antivirals and antifungals, is increasing the serious problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Canada and around the world.”

Antibiotics and other antimicrobials have saved millions of lives since their discovery; but are gradually becoming less effective as bacteria and other microbes develop drug resistance. To help address AMR, since 2014, Eastern Health has led an Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee tasked with advocacy, education, and fostering responsible drug utilization. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health and Quality of Care NL Highlight the Importance of Addressing Antimicrobial Resistance”



News Releases

Eastern Health and BD-Canada Partner to Establish First MedTech Innovation Site in Province

October 19, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health and BD-Canada are pleased to announce the launch of their strategic partnership prior to this year’s innovation summit by formally naming Eastern Health as a BD innovation site for North America. This designation and partnership will ensure that Eastern Health is at the forefront of new technology while providing access to a live health-care environment for BD to test their products and services including medical devices, hardware, software and innovative procurement methods. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health and BD-Canada Partner to Establish First MedTech Innovation Site in Province”



News Releases

Eastern Health Advises on the Temporary Move of the “Graces” Monument 

June 17, 2022 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is advising of the temporary move of the “Graces” monument from outside the main entrance of the Health Sciences Centre to outside of the neighbouring Nuclear and Molecular Medicine facility. The move, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 18, 2022, is necessary to facilitate construction work in the area for the upcoming redevelopment of the emergency department.   LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Advises on the Temporary Move of the “Graces” Monument “



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Advises of Youth COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in Harbour Grace

July 23, 2021 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is advising that there are clinic appointments available for youth 12 to 17 years old today, Friday, July 23, at the Danny Cleary Stadium in Harbour Grace. Individuals may either drop in to the clinic or make an appointment though the Pomelo system. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Advises of Youth COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in Harbour Grace”



Public Service Announcements

Eastern Health Advises COVID-19 Boosters Are Now Available for Individuals Five Years and Older

September 23, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises that all adults, adolescents, and children, five to 11 years of age, are now eligible for a fall COVID-19 booster. Individuals are eligible regardless of the number of COVID-19 vaccine doses they have previously received. Individuals are also encouraged to receive their booster dose 20 weeks from their last vaccine dose or three months from COVID-19 infection. LEARN MORE “Eastern Health Advises COVID-19 Boosters Are Now Available for Individuals Five Years and Older”



Public Service Announcements

Earlier Appointments Now Available for Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccines

June 4, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health is now offering earlier appointments for COVID-19 second dose vaccines. These appointments are based on when first doses were administered to assist with the province’s reopening plan. Starting today through a phased-in approach, those who are due for their second dose will be able to move their appointment up to within eight weeks of their first dose. Individuals can choose to keep their original appointment if they prefer. LEARN MORE “Earlier Appointments Now Available for Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccines”



Public Service Announcements

Earlier Appointments Now Available at COVID-19 Clinics

July 15, 2021 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health advises the public that it is now offering earlier appointments for COVID-19 second dose vaccines to individuals 12 years of age and older. Starting today, those who are due for their second dose will be able to move their appointment to 28 days after their first dose. Individuals can choose to keep their original appointment if they prefer. LEARN MORE “Earlier Appointments Now Available at COVID-19 Clinics”



Public Service Announcements

Dr. Hilda Tremblett Wellness Centre in Bonavista Now Open

May 18, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health is pleased to announce the opening of the Dr. Hilda Tremblett Wellness Centre in Bonavista today, May 18, 2022. The centre provides centralized access to primary health-care services, public health, home and community supports, and mental health and addictions services. LEARN MORE “Dr. Hilda Tremblett Wellness Centre in Bonavista Now Open”



Public Service Announcements

DoorWays Services at Building 532 in St. John’s to Resume In-person

October 25, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that in-person DoorWays counselling services in St. John’s will resume tomorrow (Tuesday, October 26, 2021) as repairs to the sanitary waste system at Building 532, Pleasantville have now been completed. LEARN MORE “DoorWays Services at Building 532 in St. John’s to Resume In-person”



Government of Newfoundland & Labrador Media Releases

Creative Solutions Continue to Promote Access to Health Care in Newfoundland and Labrador

Reposted from the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador: https://www.gov.nl.ca/releases/2023/health/0131n02/ 

January 31, 2023 – St. John’s, NL: As the Provincial Government continues its efforts to find creative solutions to improve access to health care in Newfoundland and Labrador, a recently implemented pilot project is making a difference for cardiac patients.

The innovative approach allows patients from other regions of the province, who are in need of cardiac catheterization procedures only offered in the St. John’s region, to access them via a same-day fly-in/fly-out service. Spearheaded by the Eastern Regional Health Authority, patients are assessed based on clinical acuity, and those determined suitable for travel are flown into St. John’s for the procedure and returned to a health care facility in their region the same day. LEARN MORE “Creative Solutions Continue to Promote Access to Health Care in Newfoundland and Labrador”



Public Service Announcements

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Open to Children 6 months to 5 Years of Age

August 1, 2022 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health would like to advise the public that COVID-19 vaccination for children between 6 months to 5 years of age at clinics are now available throughout the region. Children in this age group will receive the Moderna Spikevax vaccine which has been authorized by Health Canada for children ages 6 months to 5 years.

Individuals may book an appointment at a clinic by visiting www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19/vaccine/gettheshot/ or by calling 1-833-951-3904 (toll-free). When booking online, please select 6 Months to under 5 Years – PEDIATRIC COVID-19 Immunization Appointment before proceeding to book an appointment. Please note that appointment availability will vary across the region initially; however, appointments will continue to be regularly added to the online booking system and individuals are advised to continue to check availability. As well, this week Eastern Health will be opening a second vaccine clinic in the metro region at Mount Pearl Square, 760 Topsail Road. LEARN MORE “COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Open to Children 6 months to 5 Years of Age”



Public Service Announcements

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Children Moving from Mundy Pond to Village Mall

February 16, 2022 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health would like to advise the public that the COVID-19 vaccination clinics (first and second dose) at 50 Mundy Pond Road (formerly Public Service Commission Building) in St. John’s will move to the Village Mall as of Saturday, February 19, 2022. The clinic will accept walk-ins as well as appointments. LEARN MORE “COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Children Moving from Mundy Pond to Village Mall”



Public Service Announcements

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Available for Individuals with Increased Risk of Allergic Reaction to Vaccine

June 25, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that they are arranging vaccine appointments for individuals who have been advised by either public health or their health-care provider that they should receive their first or second dose of COVID-19 vaccine in a hospital setting, due to an increased risk of a severe reaction to the vaccine. LEARN MORE “COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Available for Individuals with Increased Risk of Allergic Reaction to Vaccine”



Public Service Announcements

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Available for First and Second Dose Appointments in Clarenville, Bonavista, Lethbridge and Marystown

June 15, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health continues to offer COVID-19 vaccine clinics for first and second dose appointments in Clarenville, Bonavista, Lethbridge and Marystown. The dates and locations are as follows: LEARN MORE “COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Available for First and Second Dose Appointments in Clarenville, Bonavista, Lethbridge and Marystown”



Public Service Announcements

COVID-19 Protocols Continue at Eastern Health Hospitals and Health-care Facilities

September 24, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health reminds the public of ongoing COVID-19 protocols and guidelines in place at hospitals and health-care facilities throughout the region. These are necessary precautions designed to help keep patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and physicians safe during the public health emergency in support of ongoing quality care for patients, clients and residents. LEARN MORE “COVID-19 Protocols Continue at Eastern Health Hospitals and Health-care Facilities”



Public Service Announcements

COVID-19 Booster Clinics for those 30 Plus in St. John’s and Trepassey 

January 5, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises of a walk-in COVID-19 Booster Clinic taking place today, Wednesday, January 5, in St. John’s for health-care workers (including personal care home, community care home and assisted living staff, and home support workers), first responders, teachers, and daycare operators/staff. There will also be an appointment only COVID-19 Booster Clinic taking place in Trepassey on Friday, January 7, 2022.   LEARN MORE “COVID-19 Booster Clinics for those 30 Plus in St. John’s and Trepassey “



Public Service Announcements

Construction Work to Take Place on Health Sciences Centre Parking Lot

August 20, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that due to construction of the new adult mental health and addictions facility, portions of the public parking lot near the main entrance of the Health Sciences Centre will be under construction beginning on Saturday, August 20, 2021. Construction will be ongoing until early September 2021. LEARN MORE “Construction Work to Take Place on Health Sciences Centre Parking Lot”



Public Service Announcements

Construction Near Main Entrance of St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital

September 17, 2021 – St. John’s: Eastern Health advises the public that tomorrow (Saturday, September 18, 2021), construction will be taking place near the main entrance of St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital which will result in the closure of the vehicle thoroughfare from St. Clare Avenue to the main entrance of the facility. Construction will begin at about 8:00 a.m. and continue until approximately 12:00 p.m. LEARN MORE “Construction Near Main Entrance of St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital”



Public Service Announcements

Construction Near Entrance of Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre Rescheduled

October 25, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: The crane lift that was scheduled for today (Monday, October 25, 2021) near the Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre has been postponed due to weather. This crane lift will now take place tomorrow (Tuesday, October 26, 2021) or the next day that weather permits. LEARN MORE “Construction Near Entrance of Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre Rescheduled”



Public Advisories

Construction Near Entrance of Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre

October 22, 2021 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that construction will take place near the entrance of the Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre on Monday, October 25, 2021, beginning at about 6:30 a.m. and continuing until approximately 4:00 p.m. During this time, a crane will be on site to facilitate the removal and replacement of a ventilation unit from the roof of the Health Sciences Centre. LEARN MORE “Construction Near Entrance of Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre”



Public Service Announcements

Community Walk-In Clinic in St. John’s Dedicates Some Appointments for Pediatric Illness

December 6, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that it is dedicating a number of appointments at the community walk-in clinic at 50 Mundy Pond Rd, St. John’s, specifically for children in response to the increase in pediatric respiratory illness.

Any children who are assessed at the walk-in clinic as having symptoms of respiratory illness will be treated on a priority basis. Eastern Health will monitor community need daily and every effort will be made to accommodate patients who present to the clinic, although appointment numbers will be limited based on the number of available providers. LEARN MORE “Community Walk-In Clinic in St. John’s Dedicates Some Appointments for Pediatric Illness”



Public Service Announcements

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. LEARN MORE “Community Walk-in Clinic Closed Tomorrow Due to Impending Adverse Weather”



Public Service Announcements

Collaborative Team Clinic Relocating within St. John’s

December 10, 2021St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health is advising the public that the Collaborative Team Clinic currently located at 50 Mundy Pond Road in St. John’s will be relocated to 7 Pippy Place, Suite 100, effective Monday, December 13, 2021.

Patients have been notified of the relocation and will be reminded when contacted to confirm their appointments.

Eastern Health’s priority is to provide safe, quality care to the patients, clients, and residents we serve.

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Public Service Announcements

Closure of COVID-19 PCR Drive-Through Testing Clinics

December 19, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public that COVID-19 public testing clinics will no longer be set up throughout the province. This includes clinics located across the region in Burin, Clarenville, Harbour Grace and St. John’s. Rapid antigen tests (RATs) are now available to the public and are recommended for use. LEARN MORE “Closure of COVID-19 PCR Drive-Through Testing Clinics”



Public Service Announcements

Changes to Vaccination Clinics Due to Potential Impacts of Hurricane Larry

September 10, 2021 – St. John’s, NL:  Eastern Health is seeking the assistance of those who have appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations on Friday, September 10 and Saturday, September 11, to ensure they are able to receive their vaccines in a timely manner, given the forecasted adverse weather. LEARN MORE “Changes to Vaccination Clinics Due to Potential Impacts of Hurricane Larry”



Public Service Announcements

Changes to Traffic Flow at Health Sciences Complex

December 1, 2022 – St. John’s, NL: Eastern Health advises the public of permanent changes to facilitate the flow of traffic in front of the Health Sciences Centre main and emergency department entrances, the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Centre entrance and the Molecular Imaging Facility entrance. These measures are necessary to facilitate construction work for the recently announced emergency expansion project and help assist with patient and visitor drop off. These changes will be in effect on Saturday, December 3, 2022. LEARN MORE “Changes to Traffic Flow at Health Sciences Complex”



Public Service Announcements

Change to Hours of Operation at Mundy Pond Community Walk-In Clinic

September 9, 2022 – 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 close at 4:00 p.m. today, Friday, September 9, and will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, September 10, 2022, due to current human resource challenges. LEARN MORE “Change to Hours of Operation at Mundy Pond Community Walk-In Clinic”


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Last updated: 2022-09-09