Publications

Life after Stroke: Keeping Connected in the Community

June 29, 2022

Stroke is a sudden and life-altering event that may require an extended recovery period. More than 400,000 Canadians are living with the effects of stroke. Family members and caregivers can also be impacted, often taking on supportive roles in the stroke survivor’s recovery.

A Real Need to STOP THE BLEED®

June 28, 2022

The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) Trauma Program wants to support the community to be better prepared for traumatic events through awareness, education and bleeding management training.

Masking Requirements for Patients and Visitors

June 9, 2022

While masking requirements in some locations are expiring, organizations may implement their own policies. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre will maintain masking requirements and entrance screening for patients and visitors for the foreseeable future.

Report from Gord Wickham

June 2, 2022

Here at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, we are proud of our reputation as a leader in health care. We know full well about the excellence, compassion and professionalism of our team.

Celebrating Pride Month at Our Hospital

June 1, 2022

To celebrate the start of Pride Month, the Progress Pride flag was raised today at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC).

June is Stroke Month

June 1, 2022

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 as Therapy

May 26, 2022

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.

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre Celebrates Nursing Week

May 9, 2022

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.

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre Taking Part in Accreditation in May 2022

May 1, 2022

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.

National Physicians' Day (May 1st)

May 1, 2022

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.