Hospital emergency departments continue to be affected by shortages
Emergency departments in Grey and Bruce counties continue to be affected by staff shortages.
The latest is the Chesley Emergency Department that is closed for...
Financial support is crucial for YMCA subsidies for families in need
The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is calling on the community for support. The YMCA Strong Communities Campaign is running February 1 –...
Ask the Pharmacist – measles
Q. I am hearing much about measles recently. What exactly is measles and should I be concerned?
A. Just as we have passed the peak...
Enter now to participate – Brightshores Ball Hockey ‘Cellybration’ coming to Owen Sound
Brightshores Health System Owen Sound Foundation is bringing the world’s largest street hockey festival to Owen Sound. The Brightshores Ball Hockey Cellybration presented by...
OPIOID ALERT – multiple drug overdoses within 24 hours result in two fatalities
Grey Bruce Public Health is urging people who use unregulated street drugs to exercise extreme caution with every dose after receiving reports of multiple...
Ask the Pharmacist – Rare Disease Day
Q. I heard someone mention that February 29th referred to as Rare Disease Day. Can you explain what constitutes a rare disease and what...
GBIN I.T. Department moves to Heritage Place Mall
As a result of space pressures, the Georgian Bay Information Network (GBIN) Information Technology department moved from the 8-Unit at the Owen Sound Hospital...
Ask the Pharmacist – Importance of fibre
Q. Last week you mentioned that one of the ways to help prevent constipation is to have a lot of fibre in the diet....
Walk to help others on the Coldest Night of the Year
United Way Bruce Grey is encouraging Saugeen Shores, Kincardine, Grey Highlands, and Meaford residents to team up, fundraise, and walk in The Coldest Night...
Chesley Hospital – temporary closure due to nursing shortage
Due to insufficient nursing staffing, please be advised of the following temporary Emergency Department closure:
The Chesley Emergency Department will be closed on Wednesday, February...
