WHO? An Indigenous person who is outside of their home community when tested positive for COVID-19. Close contacts of COVID-19 positive person who are outside of their home community. WHAT? Prior to being disharged or when medical care is finished, talk to the public health nurse who has contacted you regarding Alternative Isolation Accommodation for […]

RETURNING TO WORK As initial COVID-19 restrictions lift in Manitoba A Question and Answer series prepared by health care professionals at Manitoba Blue Cross Table of Contents Stressed about stress 1 ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………1 Flexing my schedule helped me flex my muscles 2 ……………………………………………………………… . 2 Healthier at home 3 ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………… 3 Going the extra […]

Document #: CO -1 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for: Protocol Swabbing (Adult & Pediatric) Status: v. 3 Revised: Nov. 25, 2020 Note: latest updates will appear in blue For COVID -19 Page 1 of 4 The Process: Step Instructions Before You Start • Assemble all supplies such as PPE, transport medium, and flocked swab. o […]

RETURNING TO WORK As initial COVID-19 restrictions lift in Manitoba A Question and Answer series prepared by health care professionals at Manitoba Blue Cross Table of Contents Stressed about stress 1 ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………1 Flexing my schedule helped me flex my muscles 2 ……………………………………………………………… . 2 Healthier at home 3 ……………………………………………………………… ………………………………………… 3 Going the extra […]

May 1, 2020 COVID -19 Script for Racial, Ethnic, Indigenous Identity: Collection of Identifiers 1 Racial/Ethnic/Indigenous Identity: Collection of Identifiers Beginning on May 1, 2020 we are directing all health- care providers completing the COVID-19 investigation forms to ask a mandatory question regarding Racial/Ethnic Identity. This is in addition to the collection of First Nations, […]

Tips for Caregiving During the Pandemic Dr. Sarah Yachison, Ph.D., C. Psych. Registered Psychologist Manitoba Adolescent Treatment Centre Acknowledgement We acknowledge that Manitoba is on the original lands of the Dakota, Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji -Cree, Dene, Inuit and Metis Nation. We acknowledge that the Manitoba Adolescent Treatment Centre (MATC) is located on Treaty One territory. […]

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Workforce ESP Self Service (ESS) Frequently Asked Questions This document provides general information for employees on the use of Workforce ESP Self Service (ESS) version 8.0.7. Please note that practices may vary between sites and unit s/department s, and collective agreement requirements remain unchanged with the introduction of ESS. CONTENTS Access to ESS Schedules Availability […]

JOB LOSS AND FINANCIAL INSECURITY DURING COVID-19 an Employee Assistance Program resource Table of Contents Accessing our services …………………………………………………….1 Job loss and COVID-19 1 ………………………………………………….. 2 The job hunt: best practices for your search 1 ………………………. 3 Online interview tips 1 ……………………………………………………….. 4 Jobs in demand during COVID-19 1 ……………………………………. 4 Financial supports available 2 […]

JOB LOSS AND FINANCIAL INSECURITY DURING COVID-19 an Employee Assistance Program resource Table of Contents Accessing our services …………………………………………………….1 Job loss and COVID-19 1 ………………………………………………….. 2 The job hunt: best practices for your search 1 ………………………. 3 Online interview tips 1 ……………………………………………………….. 4 Jobs in demand during COVID-19 1 ……………………………………. 4 Financial supports available 2 […]

5th Floor – Seven Oaks General Hospital 2300 McPhillips St., Winnipeg, Manitoba , R2V 3M3 Nov. 20, 2020 Indigenous Cultural Healing Supports TEL 20 4.940.8881 FAX 204.940.2560 wrha.mb.ca/indigenous -health 1 INDIGENOUS CULTURAL HEALING SUPPORTS 1. Aboriginal Health & Wellness Centre of Winnipeg • 204 -925 -3700, 181 Higgins Ave., http://ahwc.ca/ o 1:1 counselling, sharing circles, […]

April 29 2020 Non -Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program Update The latest news on NIHB policies and benefit coverage for First Nations and Inuit clients COVID- 19 Update #3 Virtual dental consultation services 1 Virtual services and shipping for hearing devices 1 Temporary c overage for electric breast pump purchase 2 Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) […]

Mental Health Supports for Manitobans during COVID -19 Pandemic NEW Support Line for Women Experiencing Domestic Violence! Starts Monday April 20, 2020 (see attached Poster) A Woman’s Place is here to support wom en who have been impacted by gender based violence. That’s why we are extending our services to offer over to phone support […]

NON-MEDICAL MASKS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: • people who suffer from an illness or disabili ty that makes it difficult to put on or take off a mask • those who have difficulty breathing • children under the age of 5 yearsDON’T JUDGE OTHERS FOR NOT WEARING A MASK. Kindness is important as some people […]

BREAST DENSITY BreastCheck provides breast density information on mammogram result letters in one of two categories: 1. less than 75% dense breast tissue or 2. more than 75% dense breast tissue (extremely dense). What is breast density? Breast density is a term used to describe how breast tissue appears on a mammogram image. Breast density […]