Chetwynd Hospital’s Emergency Department Diverted Again For the third time since early June, Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department has been temporarily diverted due to staffing shortages. According to Northern Health, the hospital’s emergency department was diverted on Tuesday, July 12, at 5:00 pm. Patients requiring emergency medical attention will be redirected to the Dawson Creek & District Hospital. The diversion is expected to last until Thursday, July 14, at 8:00 am. However, Northern Health has warned that this estimate may change depending on staffing availability. The staffing shortage is attributed to a combination of factors, including staff vacancies, sick leave, and vacations. Northern Health is actively recruiting and hiring new staff and implementing strategies to address the challenges. Residents of Chetwynd and surrounding areas are advised to call 911 in the event of an emergency. Paramedics will assess the situation and transport patients to the nearest appropriate hospital. Northern Health apologizes for any inconvenience the diversion may cause and appreciates the community’s understanding during this challenging time. Regular updates on the situation will be provided as more information becomes available.Texas and the Yellowstone Supervolcano
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Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department was diverted for the third time since early June. The diversion was due to a lack of available staff. Northern Health said the diversion was necessary to ensure patient safety. Patients were advised to seek care at the nearest open emergency department, which is in Dawson Creek. The diversion is expected to last 12 hours. This is the third time in less than a month that Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department has been diverted. The hospital is facing a number of challenges, including a shortage of doctors and nurses. Northern Health is working to address the challenges and improve access to care in the region.
