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By Michael Reeve
HOSPITAL CLOSURE

Clearwater hospital closed overnight from August 3 to 7

Aug 3, 2022 | 4:45 PM

CLEARTWATER B.C. — Clearwater and area residents are advised Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Emergency Department will go on diversion for five nights, starting at 6 p.m. tonight, due to limited staffing availability.

The emergency department will be open during the day.

· The emergency department is on diversion overnight from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. on Aug. 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

· The ED is open during those days from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and will return to 24-hour service at 7 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8.

Interior Health regrets this temporary change to normal operations and reminds residents to take note of the following if they require care while the emergency department is closed:

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· In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1.

· Call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 (24-hour service) if you are unsure of your need to seek emergency care.

· Visit the emergency department at:

o Royal Inland Hospital – 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops

o 100 Mile House District General Hospital – 555 Cedar Avenue South, 100 Mile House

by Michael Reeve

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