January 29, 2026
The Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Health and Community Services and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, will participate in a proclamation signing and flag-raising ceremony to recognize Eating Disorders Awareness Week. The event, hosted by the Eating Disorder Foundation…
January 15, 2026
The Honourable Barry Petten, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, on behalf of the Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Health and Community Services, will bring greetings to the Memorial University School of Pharmacy White Coat ceremony today (Thursday, January 15) at…
January 8, 2026
A new urgent care centre for the metro region is opening January 12, increasing access to healthcare for patients with urgent, non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses and reducing strain on emergency departments. The Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Health and Community…
December 22, 2025
The holiday season can be a joyous time with family and friends, but it can also be a stressful time for some of us. Remember that you are not alone. If you or someone you know is in need of…
December 17, 2025
The Department of Health and Community Services is advising of an early and concerning start to this year’s influenza season in Canada and globally. Public health is strongly recommending everyone six months of age and older receive their flu shot…
October 17, 2025
Dr. Janice Fitzgerald, Chief Medical Officer of Health, will hold a media availability on Monday, October 20, to discuss the fall vaccination plan for influenza and COVID-19. The availability will take place at the Department of Health and Community Services…
October 6, 2025
Vaccination clinics for influenza and COVID-19 will begin on Monday, October 20 throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Residents are encouraged to book their vaccination appointments by: Visiting timefortheshot.ca. Checking with their primary care provider – i.e. family doctor, nurse practitioner, or…
September 12, 2025
The Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Health and Community Services, has announced new family care teams for Bonne Bay-Port Saunders, Conception Bay South, and the South Coast of Labrador. The teams will increase access to primary health care for…
September 8, 2025
The Honourable John Hogan, KC, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, will provide an update on the integration of the provincial ambulance system tomorrow (September 9). Premier Hogan will be joined by the Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Health and…
September 5, 2025
The Provincial Government, Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services and Conseil scolaire francophone provincial are introducing a new model to deliver health services in communities to improve the way parents, caregivers, educators and health professionals access programs and services for children…
