News & Updates
Up-to-date information on news and events in Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.
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Manitobans will see cost savings with the introduction of no-cost coverage of prescription birth control, beginning Tuesday, Oct. 1, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara announced today.
Hot weather has arrived in Manitoba. Individuals who are elderly, living alone or with compromised health will benefit from a regular check-in during times of high heat.
All Manitobans can take care to prevent heat illness by:
- drinking plenty of liquids, especially water, before feeling thirsty;
- avoiding prolonged sun exposure;
- cancelling outdoor activities or rescheduling them to cooler times of the day;
- taking more breaks and staying well hydrated if working outdoors;
- wearing loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing and a wide-brimmed hat;
- limiting alcohol consumption;
- blocking sun out at home during the day by closing awnings, curtains or blinds;
- taking a cool shower or bath; or
- going to a cool place such as a mall, community centre, public library or place of worship.
Enjoy the outdoors safely this summer:
Water safety
Always wear a life jacket when boating. Some beaches have life jacket loaner stations and three provincial parks: Birds Hill, Grand Beach (West Beach) and Winnipeg Beach have beach safety officers. Read more: Province of Manitoba | News Releases | Manitoba Government Supports Beach Safety Officers, Encourages Manitobans to Stay Safe This Summer
Heat and Your Health
During hot weather, be sure to monitor yourself and others for heat related illness: Heat and Your Health | Health | Province of Manitoba (gov.mb.ca)
Know where to go when injury or illness hits:
Emergency Care
In the event of emergency, always call 911.
Looking for emergency department near you? Check the schedules:
Clinics are open extended hours
QuickCare Clinic in Selkirk
Located at:
Selkirk Crossing
Across from Boston Pizza
#3-1020 Manitoba Avenue
The Selkirk QuickCare Clinic provides same day services by appointment. You can call for an appointment starting at 9:30 am. To book your same day appointment, call 204-482-4399.
Hours: Open everyday including weekends.*
More information: QuickCare Clinic (ierha.ca)
Winnipeg Beach Primary Care Clinic
Located at: 54-60 Main St, Unit J, Winnipeg Beach
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm*
(closed for lunch, Noon – 1:00pm)
9:30am – 4:30pm, weekends and holidays (closed for lunch, Noon – 1:00pm)*
Phone: 204-389-3649 to make an appointment.
Grand Marais Primary Health Care Clinic
Located at: Grand Marais Community Central & RV Park (36058, PTH 12)
EXTENDED HOURS:
9:00am to 4:00pm on weekends and holidays. Walk-ins welcome during extended hours. On weekends and holidays only call 204-754-8372 (phones not monitored on weekdays)*
*Hours are subject to change. For the latest hours, please visit: Find Us and select “Clinics.”
The construction of the new state of the art Ashern Lakeshore General Hospital 26 private room inpatient unit expansion is on track for targeted completion at the end of the year with the first patients seen in the new wing sometime in February 2025.
As part of this expansion project, a new room for patients and visitors to gather called “All Are Relations” is being added. This room has a wall for a mural that will provide a welcoming environment for patients and their families.
“One of the ways people can feel at ease in health care facilities is through surroundings that represent who they are,” says Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority Indigenous health lead Adam Sanderson. “It is hoped that the feature wall at Ashern’s Lakeshore General Hospital will reflect local communities, the place of spirituality in the healing journey and be inclusive in its presentation.”
The artwork would need to be approximately 7’ high by 18’ wide and should reflect one or more of the following themes:
- Health, Healing and Wellness
- Nature
- Indigenous culture/history
- Local culture/history of surrounding communities
- Truth and Reconciliation
Interested indigenous artists who would like to be considered to commission the mural are invited to submit an application at https://www.ierha.ca/about-us/community-involvement/indigenous-health/truth-and-reconciliation-day/ashern-lakeshore-general-hospital-indigenous-mural-submission/
Deadline for applications is August 30, 2024.
Reduce your risk of tick bites and disease exposure by:
- applying an appropriate tick repellent on exposed skin and clothing, following label directions;
- wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts;
- tucking in clothing to create a barrier;
- staying to the centre of walking trails;
- inspecting yourself, children and pets after spending time outdoors;
- removing ticks as soon as possible from people and pets, using tweezers; and
- keeping grass and shrubs around homes cut short to create drier environments that are less suitable for tick survival.
The 24-hour crisis line (204-482-5419 and 1-866-427-8628) will be out of service (for a short period up to 30 minutes) at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 while MTS moves the 24 hour crisis line phones to their new location. Users will hear a dial tone, busy signal, or “phone not in service.” This is a result of the move of mental health services from 446 Main St. location to the second floor of the Selkirk Community Health Office at 237 Manitoba Ave, in Selkirk. If you need to access a crisis line during this time, please contact Klinic’s 24-hour crisis line at 1-888-322-3019. We apologize for the inconvenience.
June is here, and it’s time to celebrate love, acceptance, and the beautiful diversity of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community. The acronym 2SLGBTQQIA+ represents those who are two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, and all other sexual orientations and genders.
These terms and acronyms may be used differently by individuals in various ways depending on how they identify and the context. People will also have different understandings of their identity and it is up to individuals to decide what their identity means to them. If you are unsure of how someone identifies, asking which pronouns they use is respectful and good practice.
Pride Month is not just a time for parades and parties—it’s a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and recognition.
Want to learn how you can support diversity and inclusivity?
Check out these resources from Shared Health:
Becoming an Ally – HM (sharedhealthmb.ca)
Pronouns, 2SLGBTQQIA+ & Health Care Leading Practice Guide
Genderdiversity poster (8.5 × 11 in) (sharedhealthmb.ca)
May 19-25 is Paramedic Services Week. IERHA acknowledges the paramedics and their team members who are providing life-saving care during medical emergencies every day in our region. Thank you for your service!
On May 15, the Manitoba government proclaimed May 19-25 Paramedic Services Week
Read more about this week on sharedhealthmb.ca
On Friday, May 3, Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority (IERHA) welcomed 23 medical students from the University of Manitoba with a meal at Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site.
Interlake-Eastern RHA based physicians, Dr. Ian Alexander (family physician and IERHA’s Regional Family Medicine Specialty Lead), Dr. Stewart Nadurak (IERHA family medicine resident) and Dr. Jade Young (family physician), spoke with students about their respective practices and answered questions with the intent of sparking interest in family practice in Interlake-Eastern RHA.
The students were part of Rural Interest Group (RIG) – a gathering of first and second year medical students who have a specific interest in learning more about rural medicine and rural lifestyles. RIG is supported by the university and two to three times a year, students travel to IERHA to meet rural physicians and experience rural Manitoba. RIG trips are among Interlake-Eastern’s recruitment initiatives as these encounters promote rural practice options among upcoming doctors.
Following dinner, students checked into the hotel in Selkirk and prepared for an early start on Saturday morning at Selkirk Regional Health Centre. Students were split into groups to rotate through four clinical interactive stations. Dr. Phoebe Thiessen (family physician and the IERHA’s Regional Medical Obstetrics Lead) walked students through the obstetrical and gynecology station; Dr. Nadurak showed students the ultrasound station; Dr. Alexander the intubation/airway station; and Dr. Rita Costa (IERHA family medicine resident), the suturing station. Following the rotations, students joined the physicians for an engaging question and answer period. The day wrapped up with a tour of Selkirk Regional Health Centre hosted by Dr. Ian Alexander.
Students expressed appreciation for the opportunity to interact with experienced physicians and for the learning opportunities. A few indicated they would have liked to have had more time exploring Selkirk. According to Pamela Robertson, IERHA’s physician recruiter, the feedback is heartening for physicians who invest in making RIG a worthwhile venture for students.
“Our sincere thanks to Dr. Costa, Dr. Nadurak and Dr. Alexander and his team for spending time with the students,” says Robertson. “Dr. Young travelled from Eriksdale to have dinner with this group and Dr. Phoebe Thiessen provided support throughout the day. We look forward to next year’s RIG trip!”
Community members who want to get involved in rural physician recruitment and who have suggestions on destinations or events for students or residents, please contact Pamela Robertson, physician recruitment at [email protected]
Allied health teams support care in every corner of Manitoba and touch the lives of nearly every Manitoba family. The unique skills and diverse roles of allied health professionals cover the full range of preventive, diagnostic, treatment, and technical services, supporting Manitobans at every stage of their care journey.
Audiologist in Beausejour serves Interlake-Eastern communities
Read the full article on sharedhealthmb.ca
