If you’re feeling hopeless, but you’re not sure if 9-8-8 can help, please reach out - a responder will be there to talk things through with you. Taking the first step can be hard. Let’s do it together.

Drowning is the leading cause of death for young children. Carefully supervise your children at all times & keep them within arm’s reach when they are in the water. Children can drown quickly & quietly in just a few centimetres of water. Stay safe & enjoy the weekend.

"The SHA is excited to see this project enter the design phase as we work towards the expansion of PET/CT & MRI capacity at #Regina's Pasqua Hospital," SHA Diagnostic Services ED Richard Dagenais. "This is a positive step in advancing access to seamless, patient-centred care..."

The need for blood products is constant. That’s why we need donors everyday, even on long weekends. We’re asking you to take an hour out of your long weekend to donate blood or plasma. Book now at ow.ly/N8xx50T6w9l

DYK childhood vaccinations are recommended at 2, 4, 6, 12 & 18 mos, 4-6 yrs, 12 yrs & 14 yrs: saskatchewan.ca/residents/heal…. These immunizations are free in #Sask & protect kids from diseases/illnesses like chicken pox, measles, mumps, polio, whooping cough, HPV, hepatitis B & more!

The SHA is very pleased to welcome the latest new hires, including two new perfusionists – one located in #Saskatoon, and the other based in #Regina.

ICYMI: A pilot project by #USaskMed is using life-saving technology to speed up heart attack response times, saving crucial minutes and leading to faster care for patients. ow.ly/yPb450SVvm8 #USaskResearch

Residents in #Rosetown & #Herbert areas now have access to the virtual physician (VP) program: saskhealthauthority.ca/news-events/ne… The program has also been successfully launched in #Biggar, #Broadview, #Davidson, #Gravelbourg, #Kipling, #Outlook, #Oxbow & #PorcupinePlain

As a system pushes into Saskatchewan today, expecting thunderstorm activity in Saskatchewan through the afternoon. With these thunderstorms, there is the chance for funnel clouds in the southwest, so keep an eye on the sky! #skstorm Advisory: ow.ly/Av3R50T8W68

Did you know interpretation services are available in over 200 languages at the SHA? Inform your health-care provider about your preferred language and we will get an interpreter.

If you’re struggling with your mental health, take the time to care for yourself. #MentalHealthMatters

Human papillomaviruses (HPV) can cause cancer. The HPV-9 vaccine is very effective in preventing infection against the 9 common types of HPV. The HPV-9 vaccine is free for males born after Jan 1, 2006 & females born after Jan 1, 1996. Call public health if you have questions.

Aug 31 is recognized around the world as #internationaloverdoseawarenessday & is an opportunity to raise awareness, reduce stigma, acknowledge grief/loss of those who have lost someone they care about & commemorate individuals who have been injured or died as a result of overdose

ICYMI: The #Regina OOT is supporting Harley, who has made major strides in his recovery after a near fatal overdose. Regina Fire More: saskhealthauthority.ca/news-events/ne… #IOAD2024 Regina OOT referral - 306-510-3445 Saskatoon OOT referral - 639-471-8335

What was up at the SHA in Aug? 🔹Cozy Nest Care Home opens 🔹1st patient at #Regina General Hospital (RGH) mobile MRI 🔹Poundmaker's Lodge addiction treatment beds #NorthBattleford 🔹Virtual physician program expands 🔹RGH's parkade construction on track saskhealthauthority.ca

#Melfort Hospital receives primary stroke centre designation as of mid-Aug 2024 👏 The designation means EMS are able to transport patients directly to Melfort for assessment, reducing potential delays in initial treatment critical to optimizing recovery. saskhealthauthority.ca/news-events/ne…

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria that can result in serious health problems without treatment. Syphilis infections are rising in #Sask. To get tested, or for more information, visit talksyphilis.ca or talk to your family physician.

#Melville primary care clinics moving to a single location. Beginning Sep 9, 2024, the Saskatchewan Health Authority will relocate from the Queen St location to the Melville Primary Health Care Clinic at 175 3rd Ave E. More: saskhealthauthority.ca/news-events/ne…

The virtual physician program is a temporary measure that helps sustain & support access to emergency health services in a community while human resources are stabilized. #Leader & District Integrated Health Care facility added to program: saskhealthauthority.ca/news-events/ne…