Media Releases

Health Sciences Centre Fills Board Vacancies

June 24, 2016

On Thursday, June 23, 2016, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Corporation. Three Board of Directors vacancies were filled.

Health Sciences Centre Seeks Community Input for Healthy Eating Initiative

June 23, 2016

To assist patients, families, employees, physicians and volunteers in improving their health, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre aims to be a role model. A new hospital-wide initiative called ‘Eating Healthy Together’ is a comprehensive approach to healthy eating at the Health Sciences Centre.

Health Sciences Centre Celebrates Strong and Vibrant Cultures and Traditions

June 21, 2016

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is celebrating strong and vibrant cultures and traditions on the 20th anniversary of National Aboriginal Day.

Ontario Breast Screening Program now at SLMHC

June 15, 2016

Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (SLMHC) is pleased to announce it is now part of the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP).

On June 13, 2016 the official announcement came from SLMHC President and CEO David Murray and Director of Prevention & Screening Services & RD Professional Practice Head at TBRHSC Cathy Paroschy-Harris.

‘Queens’ Take to the Links to Celebrate 10 Years of the RE/MAX Queen of Hearts Ladies Golf Classic

June 15, 2016

No diamonds were gifted yesterday during the 10th Anniversary of the Re/Max Queen of Hearts Ladies Golf Classic; but perhaps even better, $18,573 was given to the cardiovascular program at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre through the Northern Cardiac Fund, thanks to proceeds from this event. In its 10-year history, this event has raised $208,831 for world-class cardiac care, including 24/7 angioplasty, in Thunder Bay.

Bombardier Charity Walk Launches

June 7, 2016

Standing on the 18^th green at the prestigious Whitewater Golf Club, representatives from the Staal Foundation Open presented by Tbaytel, the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, Bombardier Transportation and the Thunder Bay Kings were thrilled to officially launch the Bombardier Charity Walk that will take place on Sunday, July 17 during the final round of the Staal Foundation Open presented by Tbaytel.

Health Sciences Centre Continues to Perform Well Among Other Teaching Hospitals in Ontario and Canada

May 27, 2016

Cost of a hospital stay and Emergency Department wait times for physician initial assessment are two of several indicators in which Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre compares favourably against other teaching hospitals in Ontario and Canada.

Community Input Wanted for Health Sciences Centre’s Accessibility Plan

May 18, 2016

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is asking for the community’s advice to develop an accessibility plan.

Connecting Patients and Families: Free WiFi Now Available at Health Sciences Centre

May 17, 2016

Staying connected to family and friends while at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has become a lot easier. Thanks to a partnership with Tbaytel, free WiFi is now accessible to patients, families and visitors throughout the hospital.

Summer Screening Tour Impacted by Mobile Screening Coach Repairs

May 5, 2016

Northwestern Ontario’s Screen for Life Coach continues to be out of service. Due to a collision earlier this spring, a partial re-build is necessary. It is anticipated that the coach will return to service in Northwestern Ontario late this summer.