Stroke continues to be the third leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in Canada; approximately 1 in 4 people will have a stroke in their lifetime. Which is why every June, for Stroke Awareness Month, the Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network wants to provide information on recognizing the signs of a stroke and to act quickly.
Art can be a creative outlet for those who wish to explore it. As part of the Forensic Mental Health program at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC), it can be so much more.
Nursing Week, which takes place May 9-15, coincides with Florence Nightingale’s birthday (May 12) and is a week to acknowledge the dedication and achievements of nursing professionals. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) is taking the opportunity to celebrate and recognize the vital role nurses play in making the patient experience better by delivering quality care in Thunder Bay and across Northwestern Ontario.
From May 15th to 19th, 2022, four surveyors from Accreditation Canada will be on site at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre as the hospital takes part in accreditation.
This year on National Physicians' Day (May 1st), we reflect on the work and sacrifices made by physicians and express our most sincere appreciation for the care they provide in normal and in extraordinary times.
Robert Scott Srigley has been a Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre employee for 30 years and works in the Information Technology Department. He has also dedicated countless hours volunteering for the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation over the last seven years.
Paul Carr has been a Patient Family Advisor (PFA) at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre since November 2012. Working mainly within the Cardiovascular and Stroke Program, Paul generously donates his time and knowledge, and brings the patient perspective – which is instrumental in helping to improve the patient experience.
