https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news.html Health News Releases https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.04.0153.html The following statement was issued today by Health Minister Bruce Fitch. Mon, 15 April 2024 14:11:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.04.0146.html New Brunswickers are encouraged to be mindful of the potential harm that could be caused by the solar eclipse happening on Monday, April 8. Thu, 04 April 2024 14:57:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.03.0136.html The provincial government has introduced amendments to the Cannabis Control Act aimed at increasing compliance, reducing the sale of illegal cannabis and preventing young people from consuming the drug. Tue, 26 March 2024 15:03:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.03.0135.html The provincial government has introduced amendments to the Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Sales Act to prevent vaping by youngsters. Tue, 26 March 2024 14:54:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.03.0134.html The provincial and federal governments have signed two bilateral agreements aimed at improving access to health and long-term care services. Tue, 26 March 2024 13:10:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.03.0123.html New Brunswickers who have personal risk factors for severe illnesses will be eligible for a spring COVID-19 vaccine beginning April 2. Mon, 18 March 2024 11:22:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.03.0118.html The Department of Health is urging New Brunswickers to take precautions to protect their eyes during the solar eclipse on April 8. Fri, 15 March 2024 11:19:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.02.0048.html EM/ANB has signed a contract with Voyageur Aviation that will result in an air ambulance being stationed on the island of Grand Manan by September. Thu, 01 February 2024 11:11:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0040.html Social Development Minister Jill Green has approved the temporary prioritization of Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital patients who are waiting for admission to nursing homes. Tue, 30 January 2024 11:10:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0039.html Health Minister Bruce Fitch welcomed several internationally educated nurses during a visit to Loch Lomond Villa in Saint John today. Tue, 30 January 2024 10:40:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0035.html Food banks and community kitchens serving New Brunswickers in need are getting additional financial assistance from the provincial government. Mon, 29 January 2024 11:05:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0027.html The Department of Health is making it easier for New Brunswickers to access their health records online by launching the MyHealthNB mobile phone app. Fri, 26 January 2024 09:49:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0024.html Health Minister Bruce Fitch issued the following statement today regarding laboratory services. Thu, 25 January 2024 13:45:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0018.html Integrated youth wellness hubs being established around the province aim to give young New Brunswickers and their families easier access to mental health and addictions support. Fri, 19 January 2024 09:36:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2024.01.0013.html The latest collaboration between the provincial government and the Nurses Association of New Brunswick will exempt newly graduated nursing students from first-time registration fees. Mon, 15 January 2024 11:34:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.12.0631.html Clinical assistants will be hired to provide patients with care in both of the province’s regional health authorities. Fri, 15 December 2023 10:04:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.12.0606.html After reviewing results of soil sampling following the Sept. 14 fire at American Iron and Metal (AIM) in Saint John, the Department of Health has updated its guidance on garden produce that may have been exposed to smoke from the blaze. Tue, 05 December 2023 16:02:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.11.0590.html Investments in health care, aimed at improving timely access and providing high-quality care, are being made a priority as part of the Department of Health’s 2024-25 capital budget. Wed, 29 November 2023 14:10:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.11.0579.html A pilot project that has been helping improve access to primary care for years at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton was given permanent status today to mark Physician Assistants Day. Mon, 27 November 2023 14:07:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.11.0569.html A new urgent treatment centre has opened in Fredericton, giving patients more options for non-life-threatening medical needs and improving access to primary care. Wed, 22 November 2023 12:45:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.11.0556.html A new partnership between Horizon Health Network and a Fredericton-based ophthalmology clinic aims to increase access to surgical services. Wed, 15 November 2023 10:17:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.11.0542.html The provincial government has enhanced the New Brunswick Insulin Pump Program to offer continuous glucose monitoring coverage to eligible diabetes patients. Wed, 08 November 2023 12:33:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.10.0520.html The Department of Health is offering gardeners in the Saint John area advice and information in response to questions received following last month’s fire at the American Iron and Metal (AIM) premises. Fri, 13 October 2023 15:24:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.10.0512.html Fourteen nursing homes around the province have joined the government’s Nursing Homes Without Walls program, which extends some of their services to seniors still living at home. Fri, 06 October 2023 13:17:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.10.0504.html People across New Brunswick will soon be able to book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine, so long as they have not received a dose, or been infected with the virus, over the past six months. Thu, 05 October 2023 09:58:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.10.0498.html The provincial government is adding to the list of common ailments that pharmacists are publicly funded to treat, as part of an effort to give New Brunswickers better access to care. Tue, 03 October 2023 10:54:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.09.0494.html The provincial government is expanding its cancer screening program, allowing women aged 40-49 to self-refer for a mammogram. Fri, 29 September 2023 09:31:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.09.0492.html Scholarships worth more than $1 million have been awarded to 128 medical students from the New Brunswick Medical Education Foundation. Fri, 29 September 2023 08:43:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.09.0446.html The provincial government has begun working on the development of a lung cancer screening program aimed at high-risk patients. The program is expected to be rolled out provincewide in 2025. Thu, 07 September 2023 11:46:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.09.0439.html The provincial government is providing financial support to help the University of New Brunswick (UNB) create a three-year bachelor of nursing program in Saint John. Fri, 01 September 2023 13:19:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.09.0438.html The Centre for Hope and Harmony, a new addiction treatment facility managed by the Vitalité Health Network in Campbellton, is now open and treating patients. Fri, 01 September 2023 12:34:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.08.0429.html The provincial government is helping the University of New Brunswick (UNB) launch a new program that will allow some nursing students to complete their studies closer to their home communities. Tue, 29 August 2023 14:02:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.08.0413.html Construction has begun on a $56-million coronary care unit (CCU) at The Moncton Hospital, which will enhance cardiac care for patients across the region. Mon, 21 August 2023 10:20:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.08.0387.html Ambulance New Brunswick has reintroduced the use of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and will soon use multi-patient vehicles for non-urgent transfers. Wed, 02 August 2023 10:33:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.07.0384.html The provincial government is making insulin pump devices and related supplies more available and affordable for New Brunswickers living with Type 1 diabetes. Mon, 31 July 2023 11:58:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.07.0374.html Pharmacists at six locations across the province will soon have expanded authority to assess and prescribe for some chronic conditions as well as for Group A strep (strep throat) as part of a 12-month pilot project announced today. Wed, 26 July 2023 10:24:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.07.0368.html The provincial government will expand its rabies prevention program next month. Mon, 24 July 2023 10:44:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.07.0347.html The provincial government has launched the New Brunswick Addiction and Mental Health Helpline, a free, confidential, bilingual, 24-hour service for those looking to speak to someone about concerns related to mental health and addictions. Tue, 11 July 2023 10:26:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.06.0338.html The boards of the province’s two regional health authorities were announced today by Health Minister Bruce Fitch. Fri, 30 June 2023 13:54:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.06.0295.html New Brunswick researchers and innovators are wrapping up their mission to the BIO International Convention in Boston, which runs from June 5 to 8, with some new deals and valuable connections. Wed, 07 June 2023 12:59:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.06.0289.html The provincial government announced a new initiative today to reduce financial barriers for internationally educated nurses entering the health-care system. Fri, 02 June 2023 13:33:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.06.0282.html The provincial government will contribute $485,000 through the Regional Development Corporation towards renovations of the Sophia Recovery Centre’s new location at 238 Metcalf St. in Saint John’s north end. It is a non-residential centre providing continuing care for women in recovery from addiction. Thu, 01 June 2023 09:48:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0274.html The registration process for internationally educated nurses from 14 designated countries will be expedited in New Brunswick, as announced by the Nurses Association of New Brunswick. Tue, 30 May 2023 09:40:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0270.html As summer approaches, New Brunswickers are reminded to be aware of the potential health risks posed by cyanobacteria (commonly called blue-green algae), which may be present in lakes and rivers used for recreational purposes. Mon, 29 May 2023 14:35:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0269.html The Department of Health’s mobile X-ray service is being extended to long-term care residents across New Brunswick thanks to a $1.1 million investment by the provincial government. Mon, 29 May 2023 13:20:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0246.html Pharmacists are now publicly funded to assess and prescribe for seven more illnesses and conditions. Mon, 15 May 2023 12:17:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0239.html The virtual health service eVisit is returning to the same service levels provided prior to April 1. Thu, 11 May 2023 11:16:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0238.html The provincial government will continue its rabies prevention program in western New Brunswick this spring. Thu, 11 May 2023 10:39:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0232.html Legislation has been introduced to create new boards of directors for the province’s two health authorities and to create a new health system collaboration council. Tue, 09 May 2023 14:40:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:80/content/gnb/en/departments/health/news/news_release.2023.05.0231.html New legislation introduced today would allow some surgical procedures to be performed outside a hospital. 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