Ask the Pharmacist – Poison Ivy treatments
Q) I moved to this area recently from the city and I am told there is a fair amount of poison ivy around. What...
Brightshores disposing of former Markdale Hospital site
The new Brightshores Markdale Hospital officially opened its doors on September 24, 2023 and according to Brightshores, "We thank our community for their support...
Canadian Leaders Joining Forces to Combat Cancer
Every Canadian will be impacted by cancer at some point, either personally or through a family or friend. With the Canadian Cancer Society estimating...
Measles Alert: Possible exposure to measles virus in Thornbury
As part of a case management and contact-tracing investigation, a neighbouring health unit has notified GBPH that individuals may have been exposed to the...
New Georgian, Brightshores partnership to advance palliative care in Grey-Bruce
A new, innovative partnership will bolster palliative care and support for families in Grey-Bruce thanks to advanced research and training through Georgian College and Brightshores Health System.
Starting...
Ask the Pharmacist – Taking blood pressure
Q. You mentioned previous that you would discuss the various medications that are used to help lower blood pressure. But first, can you review...
Bruce Power and supplier partners donate to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Bruce Power and its supplier partners have donated $100,000 to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada in honour of World Brain Tumour Day (June 8).
“Bruce...
Medical students experience rural medicine and life in Grey Bruce
Medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University and from Queen’s University School of Medicine recently learned and trained...
Ask the Pharmacist – Dealing with allergies
Q. My allergies seem to have started already. What can you suggest for me to use?
A. Many of us look forward to the warmer...
National Nursing Week: The Power of Nurses to Transform Health
During National Nursing Week, Brightshores is shining a light on our more than 800 dedicated and compassionate nurses who care for patients and families...
