Almonte General Hospital's emergency department temporarily closed due to nursing shortage.

Almonte General Hospital's emergency department temporarily closed from 3 p.m. Saturday to 7 a.m. Sunday due to a nursing shortage. The small staff in the emergency department, with one physician and two nurses per shift, faces challenges in finding replacements for sick leave. Patients requiring immediate medical attention should call 911, while Health Connect Ontario's 24/7 telehealth service is also available.

March 02, 2024
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