Publications

Medical Radiation Sciences Week (November 3-9)

November 3, 2024

It’s Medical Radiation Sciences Week (November 3-9) and we’re celebrating Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs) and Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (DMSs) who play an integral role in patient care.

TBRHSC staff and volunteers during the annual Minimum Staffing Drill . Also known as our Code Red to Green Drill, it tests the Hospital’s ability to safely evacuate an in-patient unit during hours with minimum staffing levels.

TBRHSC’s 10th Annual Minimum Staffing Drill a Success

October 30, 2024

Coordinated by TBRHSC’s Emergency Preparedness and Interprofessional Education teams, and in partnership with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue (TBFR), this annual Hospital-wide drill is mandated by the Ontario Fire Code. Also known as our Code Red to Green Drill, it tests the Hospital’s ability to safely evacuate an in-patient unit during hours with minimum staffing levels. Every year the drill focuses on a different area of the Hospital to enhance these capabilities.

Expansion of Provincial Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Prevention Program

October 27, 2024

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) can cause a serious respiratory illness that affects the airway and lungs which can lead to hospitalization in babies and young children. RSV is seen in more frequently in the fall/winter months.

The mobile cancer screening coach began touring Northwestern Ontario (NWO) in 1992 (top), offering mammograms to women who met the eligibility criteria for breast cancer screening. After more than 30 years and four coach upgrades, mammography is still offered in NWO on the current Screen for Life Coach (bottom).

Breast Cancer Screening Through the Decades

October 27, 2024

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among females in Ontario. The good news: the five-year breast cancer survival rate is 89 percent according to statistics from Ontario Health - Cancer Care Ontario. Improvements in the survival rate can be attributed to increases in the number of people attending routine breast screening and improvements in treatment.

Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim, Medical Oncologist, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.

Foundation Donors Support New Regional Cancer Research Group

October 22, 2024

The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation has funded cancer research in Northwestern Ontario since the early days of the Northern Cancer Research Fund (NCRF) 30 years ago. Today, cancer diagnosis and treatment has improved immeasurably thanks to research breakthroughs. Most importantly, more people are living with cancer rather than dying from it. That's thanks in part to the Foundation's generous donors who have supported local cancer research all these years.

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.