Publications

The Screen for Life Coach: Bringing Cancer Screening Close to Home

October 22, 2024

When we think of medical appointments, we often think of visiting a hospital or clinic. However, did you know, that you can have your cancer screening appointments done on a bus?

TBRHSC’s 15th Annual Sharing and Caring Together Event

October 21, 2024

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is celebrating 15 years of Sharing and Caring, taking place from October 21 to 25, 2024.

Celebrating Respiratory Therapy Week (October 20-26)

October 20, 2024

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is joining others across the country by celebrating Respiratory Therapy Week from October 20-26.

Stay Positive and Carry On: Cheryl's Story

October 10, 2024

No one is ever prepared for the phone call – the one from the nurse telling you that they found something abnormal on your scan and they need to see you for more tests. The automatic response is to worry. It could be nothing, or it may change your life. For Cheryl, when she received the phone call after her routine breast screening mammogram, it started a journey. One that she has faced with plenty of courage and positivity.

Generous Donor Supports Diagnostic Equipment Crucial for Timely Cancer Care

October 9, 2024

We all know the Emergency Department is busy. But did you know that the clinical lab tucked away directly below Emerg is just as busy? There are about 180 lab professionals working in Laboratory Services at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, performing over 7,500 tests per day.

Sonography Week 2024 (October 7-11)

October 7, 2024

Sonography Week 2024 (October 7-11) is an opportunity to recognize the profession of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ultrasound) which plays a vital role in the care and treatment of community members of all ages.

National Health Care Supply Chain Week (October 6-12)

October 6, 2024

National Health Care Supply Chain Week (October 6-12), is an opportunity to recognize the importance of the health care supply chain professionals and honour them for their exceptional contributions to patient care and the innovative ways in which they support their health care organizations and communities.

Patricia Lang, Chair, TBRHSC Board of Directors

TBRHSC Board Chair's Report (October 2024)

October 3, 2024

For me, the transition from summer to fall brings with it a feeling of excitement; the anticipation of getting back into a routine and days becoming busier as the weather cools down. I hope that Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) staff, professional staff, learners, volunteers and members of the Board took time over the summer to reset, recharge and connect with family and friends.

The mammography unit used for breast screening on the Screen for Life Coach, one of six Ontario Breast Screening Program locations in Northwestern Ontario.

Five Questions Patients Have About Breast Cancer Screening

October 1, 2024

Medical tests like breast screening mammograms can often provoke feelings of fear and uncertainty in patients; whether it is the test itself or waiting for the results. Preventive tests like mammograms are important to find breast cancers when they are small, less likely to have spread and more likely to be treated successfully.

Meet the PFCC Team — Data Specialist

September 25, 2024

We recently connected with Hafsa Siddiqui, Data Specialist, to learn more about her role and how she supports Patient and Family Centred Care at our Hospital.