Tag Archives: Health
Dog park, fire bylaws, heliport discussed at Nipawin info meeting
Residents of Nipawin have heard from the Town about the planned dog park in the community.The town had at least one letter sent to them expressing frustration at the lack of communication about the es...
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Pine Grove inmates claim woman rushed to hospital in serious condition was ignored by jail staff
Editor's note: This story was updated on March 27 to include a comment from the Saskatchewan Health Authority.Inmates at Prince Albert's Pine Grove Correctional (PGCC) are sounding the alarm, claiming...
Mar 26, 2024
Métis cancer survivors share their stories of confronting and beating cancer
They are raw, they are real, and they are inspiring, and thanks to a new project from the University of Saskatchewan, they will finally be heard.The Digital Storytelling Project, a collaborative effor...
Mar 26, 2024
James Smith Chief candidate focused on community safety and creating better life for youth
A man who aspires to lead the community of James Smith First Nation, says that following the massive stabbing rampage in 2022 that left 11 people dead and 17 injured, there has been a call for change....
Mar 25, 2024
HDHF Equip to Care campaign brings in over $150K
The 12th annual Humboldt District Hospital Foundation (HDHF) Equip to Care campaign had a great start.Executive Director Lorrie Bunko told northeastNOW it was an amazing four days of raising both fund...
Mar 25, 2024
Hepatitis A exposure warning at Saskatoon drug store
People who visited the Shoppers Drug Mart in Saskatoon's Centre Mall (Circle and 8th Street East) this past month are being warned they may have been exposed to Hepatitis A. The warning period is from...
Mar 21, 2024
Snow melt can reveal dangerous discarded needles
The melted snow across the northeast can bring about a potential health hazard.The spring can reveal discarded needles in public places like parks and playgrounds - or even near or in your own yard.Ni...
Mar 19, 2024
Doctor urges residents to check measles vaccination history before upcoming Easter holiday
The Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority is urging residents to check their vaccination status for measles following a recent case in Saskatoon and an increasing number in Ontario and Quebec. "The s...
Mar 19, 2024
Luthi accepted into New York Marathon in quest to complete all six majors
An athlete from Melfort has the finish line in sight in her quest to complete all six marathon majors.Robyn Luthi has completed five of the six majors, and recently received word that she was accepted...
Mar 18, 2024
Raising money and awareness: HDHF Equip to Care campaign starts Monday
The Humboldt District Hospital Foundation Equip to Care campaign begins on Monday.The 12th annual campaign raises awareness and funds, according to Executive Director Lorrie Bunko."It's a perfect oppo...
Mar 15, 2024