HSC_Winnipeg
700 William Avenue R3E 1B2 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

We remember Prince Philip and his personal support for the good work at HSC Winnipeg Children’s Hospital. Here are some photos from our archives of his visit in 1970.

Right back at you, Faraday School! Thank you so much to the shining team of students and staff for the thoughtful gesture! We love it!

Visit www.signupforlife.ca to join the more than 53,000 Manitobans who have already registered their organ and tissue donation decisions. Registration is simple it takes two minutes online and requires three pieces of information (name, birthdate and nine-digit Manitoba Health card number). Transplant Manitoba-Gift of Life #LoganBouletEffect #giftoflife #GreenShirtDay

Starting tomorrow, the sidewalks around the 820 Sherbrook Street entrance and drop-off loop will be repaired. Work is expected to be completed in May 2021. During construction, the 820 Sherbrook Street entrance will remain OPEN, but visitors are encouraged to use alternate entrances. Vehicles will not be permitted to wait in the loop, only to stop briefly to drop off or pick up patients. Areas of the loop will be reserved for visitors with mobility aids.

True or false: Cannabis edibles can look and taste like regular candy. TRUE Cannabis is extremely dangerous for children. Store all cannabis products in a locked box or container and separate from regular food and drinks. Remember: #HighAndLocked #NPPW2021

Our GD3 surgery staff received the nicest surprise from the nursery class at Montrose School. Thank you to all staff and students for cheering up our Friday with these sweet drawings! Winnipeg School Division #healthcareheroes

It's I Love to Read month and we're kicking it off by celebrating a very generous and meaningful donation! Rana Bokhari has given the Children's Hospital Family... Libraries a collection of 75 Muslim books. Rana made the donation to honour her father, Syed Tahir Imam Bokhari, who passed away in January of 2020. She says part of her culture as a Muslim means finding ways to benefit the community in her father’s name. The large collection means kids at the Children’s Hospital can learn about important events like Ramadan, Muslim culture, and see themselves represented in story. For many families the time they spend in hospital reading together offers a sense of normalcy, comfort and can be a reprieve during a very difficult time. Thank you so much Rana! Learn more: http://ow.ly/udfE50Do2OT #continuecaringforkids

We’ve all been a through a lot over the past year. You may be scared, worried or anxious, but you are not alone. Be mindful of your own mental health and that of others. Ask for support or offer it if you are able. #NowMoreThanEver #BellLetsTalk Learn more about available services at https://sharedhealthmb.ca//2021-01-28-mental-health-and-b/

We are looking for winter jackets and boots for men and women to help patients who are in need of warm clothing this winter. No heels. Drop off your clean and gently used winter clothes by calling Volunteer Services at 204-787-3533 for details.

Today is the day! Our annual Innovation HSC Radiothon kicks off NOW and runs until 6 PM. The Innovation HSC Radiothon, presented by Maric Homes, is a day when ...we share stories of grateful and passionate Manitobans who, like so many of us, received exceptional care at HSC_Winnipeg. Research and health care personnel also join us to provide insight into their innovative work at HSC and how it helps Manitobans and their loved ones. The Innovation HSC Radiothon will broadcast live from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on 680 CJOB, with special segments from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm on Power97 and [email protected]. Please help us reach our goal of $192,500! To donate now, please click the below link, call 204-515-5612, or text HSCF to 20222 to donate $20! https://hscf.thankyou4caring.org//donation-page-innovation #HSCFoundation #HSCWinnipeg #Winnipeg #Manitoba #Philanthropy #PhilanthropyMatters #GiveBack #Radiothon #InnovationHSCRadiothon #Charity #Community #WinnipegCharity #HealthCare

Thank you so much Health Sciences Centre Foundation The Princess Auto Foundation Salisbury House Wowcatering for your incredible generosity and delicious meals!

Today, our NICU staff are marking World Prematurity Day by wearing purple masks and clothes. This awareness day is represented by the colour purple, and the socks line which features a small pair of purple socks framed by nine full-sized pairs of baby socks symbolizing the 1 in 10 babies born prematurely worldwide. Thank you to our exceptional NICU staff for caring for more than 1,400 of the sickest newborns every year in our state-of-the-art 60-bed, multi-acuity unit. #preemielove #iamchfm #WorldPrematurityDay #PreemiePowerCanada Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba

Students from École George V School showed their appreciation to our staff with these beautiful drawings. Thank you to the grade 5 and 6 students for these encouraging messages! #healthcareheroes Winnipeg School Division

Every year on November 11, Canadians pause in a moment of silence to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and continue to serve Canada. We remember the more than 2,300,000 Canadians who have served throughout our nation’s history and the more than 118,000 who made the ultimate sacrifice. #LestWeForget #InRemembrance #CanadaRemembers

Today is Indigenous Veterans Day. We remember and honour Indigenous people who served our country. #InRemembrance #LestWeForget https://www.veterans.gc.ca//people-and-/indigenous-peoples

Congratulations to Dr. Jitender Sareen, Shared Health’s Provincial Specialty Lead for Mental Health and Addictions, for being recognized for his excellence in clinical psychiatric research or leadership in advancing clinical psychiatric research in Canada. Read more about this prestigious award at https://home.sharedhealthmb.ca//2020-11-06-shared-health-/

For career day at school yesterday, six-year-old Pacey insisted on dressing up as a surgeon because he absolutely LOVES his medical team at the HSC Children's Hospital. "I know these times are so difficult. I just wanted to share this to hopefully put a smile on our health-care workers who are working so hard! They have saved our son's life more than once... sharing some love is the very least we can do," said his mom, Kimberly. Thank you Pacey and Kimberly for brightening up our day, and for rocking the Dr. Goodbear mask! Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba

We are cheering up your Monday with the cutest baby nurse we've ever seen! Maria Karla Milla-Pascual sent us this photo of her 17-month-old daughter, Rischa, who dressed up as a nurse for Halloween to salute all health-care staff. "Thank you nurses for working tirelessly to keep us safe during this difficult time. Your dedication and strength are greatly appreciated. We all appreciate the hard work of our health-care heroes. I wish my daughter could wear all the uniforms of our health-care workers," said Maria Karla. Thank you Maria Karla for sharing this adorable photo! #healthcareheroesMB #cutenessoverload

As of September 1, dont forget to bring and wear a 2-layer non-medical mask if youre visiting a loved one or attending a medical appointment at HSC Winnipeg.

To support all families who are grieving the loss of a baby, HSC Winnipeg is organizing its annual Scattering of Ashes ceremony this fall. Anyone who is interested in attending must register prior to the event by calling 204-787-3884. The ceremony will be held on Tuesday, October 20 at the Brookside Cemetery (3001 Notre Dame Avenue). You can attend one of two services:... - 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. (If loss occurred between October 20, 2019 - May 15, 2020); and - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (If loss occurred between May 16, 2020 - October 16, 2020). You are also welcome to attend virtually by downloading the program at the link below and personalizing the memorial service as you wish. Once youre ready to honour your baby, the ceremony can be held in your backyard or neighbourhood park. Please note the virtual program is different from the in-person service. Our Spiritual Health Services team continues to be available by phone at 204-787-3884 or 204-787-2071. We respectfully support the needs of all whether you identify as spiritual, atheist, religious or agnostic. http://www.hsc.mb.ca/f/scattering-of-ashes-program2020.pdf

A great video from the Manitoba Government to teach younger children how they can wear a non-medical mask correctly and be part of the effort to stop the spread of #COVID19 in Manitoba. https://youtu.be/eGhLwmFRyZY

Forgot your mask? No problem! You can now purchase reusable and disposable non-medical masks at the following locations at HSC: - Gift Shop in the 700 William Avenue Mall - Parking Office near the 820 Sherbrook Street entrance - HSC Womens Hospital Kiosk (665 William Avenue)

Did you know there is typically no wait list to see a physiotherapist or occupational therapist at PAR Heath Services? Third party or private insurance accepted. No referral required! Call 204-787-1048 for same-day appointments.

Dr. Bruce Chowns tireless research helped to eliminate Rhesus or Rh disease, a devastating condition that claimed the lives of many unborn and newborn babi...es. Learn more: http://ow.ly/QLX150BqQAj #MedicalGroundbreakers Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba University of Manitoba #univresearch Childrens Hospital Foundation of Manitoba Childrens Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba Sharedhealthmb HSC_Winnipeg

Manitobans are being reminded to focus on the fundamentals to help reduce the spread of #Covid19MB including adhering to gathering sizes. For more information a...nd to reacquaint yourself with the fundamentals and the latest information, please visit http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/index.html See more

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay - This has been a challenging year for many of us. Check in on a friend, a neighbour, a colleague. Let them know you care because we must work together to prevent suicide. https://sharedhealthmb.ca//2020-09-08-suicide-prevention-/

The #COVID-19 pandemic has changed how and where we gather and many of us became very familiar with our living room couches this spring. To acknowledge the effo...rts of Manitobans to stay indoors and to continue keeping each other safe through physical distancing, the Sierra Club Canada - Prairie Chapter created the #PrairieLivingRoom a new outdoor green space at The Forks that will aims to bring some playfulness back into the community, at a safe distance of course. As we all continue to adjust to our world at the moment, there is something you can do (from the comfort of a couch) that will make a world of difference for your family and someone elses. Talk with your family and register to be an organ and tissue donor. Just two minutes online at www.signupforlife.ca records your final wishes and ensures those decisions will be shared with family, if there is ever a need.

A new unit and additional addictions, mental health and security staff will be added to HSCs emergency department to improve outcomes for patients in various stages of intoxication, withdrawal or mental health crisis, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen announced today. These addiction and mental health resources will enable us to improve the level of care that patients struggling with addictions receive upon arrival at HSC Winnipegs emergency department, said Dr. John Sokal, medical director, HSC Winnipegs emergency department. This is an important first step toward the creation of a Safe Emergency Psychiatry and Addictions Unit as part of the HSC Adult ED. To learn more about todays announcement, visit https://news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html

Thanks to Siloam Mission for supporting patient care by providing several bags of freshly-laundered clothes to the HSC Volunteer Services Clothing Depot! These items are exceptionally important to help patients in need of a change of clothes due to trauma or other circumstances. If you would like to donate clean, gently used clothing for adults, please contact HSC Volunteer Services at 204-787-3533.

If you have hand and upper extremity related conditions, our occupational therapists and physiotherapists at PAR Health Services will be able to guide you through all stages of your healing. They can help with conditions such as fractures, crush injuries, tendon and nerve repairs, complex traumatic injury or digital amputations and re-plantation. Call 204-787-1048 for same-day appointments. Third party or private insurance accepted. No referral required!

This photo from our archives is of telephone switchboard operators in 1960. The switchboard was staffed day and night, and all types of calls came in through the central switchboard. Today, our 24/7 team is made up of 30 Information and Paging operators who receive an average of 3,000 emergency codes and just over 1 million calls annually. Thank you to this fantastic team for keeping our campus seamlessly connected with their friendly voices and expertise! #throwbackthursday #tbt

Stroke is a medical emergency. If you experience any of these signs, call 9-1-1. Do not drive to the hospital. An ambulance will get you to the best hospital for stroke care. Learn the signs because when you suspect stroke, every minute counts. http://bit.ly/2ZdZWB3

Housekeepers have been an invaluable part of our team since the beginning of the hospitals history. This photo is from 1977 of two housekeepers cleaning the floors. Fast forward 43 years later, our Housekeeping Services team is now made up of over 400 staff members who take pride in keeping every corner of Manitobas tertiary centre exceptionally clean for our patients, staff and visitors. #throwbackthursday #tbt

Our experienced physiotherapists at PAR Health Services are acupuncture certified and able to cross-refer to other healthcare professionals as needed. Call 204-787-1048 for same-day appointments. Direct billing to Blue Cross Insurance now available. No referral required!

#COVID19 test results can be expected within 2-5 days from your date of testing. Register at https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/test-results and check for negative test results. If results dont appear within 5 days, call Health Links-Info Sant at 204-788-8200 / 1-888-315-9257 to access your results. #Covid19MB

We found this photo in our archives of a new kitchen that was built in the basement of the H wing (now part of the main HSC building) in 1962 to accommodate a growing hospital. Feeding a hospital takes a lot of work and we couldnt do it without our amazing team. Today, the Nutrition Food Services team is made up of over 111 staff who deliver about 1,800 meals every day to our patients. #throwbackthursday #tbt

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives. While at the cottage this summer, test your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms to make sure they are working pro...perly. CO gas has no smell, taste or colour, it causes illness and can lead to death. Write the date on the battery or device to remind yourself when it was installed and when it should be replaced. For more carbon monoxide safety tips: http://ow.ly/91Nz50ATuMk #staycottagesafe #firesafety

Volunteers have been providing essential support to patient care for decades at HSC. Each month, over 700 volunteers of all ages and abilities generously donate their time and talents. In this photo from 1966, a volunteer is feeding a baby. We appreciate and miss all of our volunteers! #throwbackthursday #tbt

HSC Winnipeg needs 100 winter jackets and boots for men and women by the end of September to help patients who are in need of warm clothing this winter. Drop off your clean and gently used winter clothes by calling Volunteer Services at 204-787-3533 for details.

As some restrictions are lifted & parts of society re-open, it is as important as ever to stay informed and make smart decisions to reduce the risk of #COVID19.... Maintaining #PhysicalDistancing and taking part in low-risk activities is a great way to continue to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Check out our helpful tool to learn the risks associated with public activities and get tips on how to #GoOutSafe: http://ow.ly/Q8jn50AD5ri See more

A reminder that our SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) team is still available to see anyone who has been sexually assaulted, as well as survivors of domestic violence who have been physically assaulted or strangled by a partner within the last ten days. Our team is taking the necessary precautions to protect our patients against COVID-19, including wearing personal protective equipment and screening patients. They can be reached 24/7, seven days a week through the Adult or Childrens Emergency Department or by calling 204-787-2071 (ask for the SANE or Sexual Assault nurse on call). Learn more at http://www.hsc.mb.ca/emergencyNurseExam.html

When Transplant Manitoba Gift of Life held a press conference in November to celebrate the start of 50 years of organ donation and kidney transplantation in M...anitoba, the COVID-19 pandemic was months away from being declared. Like so many other events and activities, special plans to gather and mark this incredible milestone have been paused during this time. We hope to be able to revisit our plans in the months ahead. What hasnt changed is our goal of reaching 50,000 Manitobans registered on www.signupforlife.ca, Manitobas online organ and tissue donor registry, this year! If organ and tissue donation is important to you, talk with your family and register your decision.

The Manitoba government is investing $1.1-million to expand eating disorder programs at HSC, as well as create a safe nutrition clinic for people living with eating disorders, Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Cameron Friesen announced today. This funding will reduce the wait times of inpatient care to one to two weeks (from two to 10 weeks), and outpatient care to two to three weeks (from four to six months). Dr. Louis Ludwig, medical director for the adult eating ...disorders program at HSC, explained treatment of eating disorders requires a dedicated and specialized team that is able to intervene early and effectively. This investment in additional inpatient beds and a new nutrition clinic are expected to shorten wait times for entry into our programs, reduce the length of stay for some inpatients and may eliminate the need for some patients to be admitted with these additional supports available on an outpatient basis, he said. Thank you to Minister Cameron Friesen, Minister Cathy Cox, Dr. Louis Ludwig, Elaine Stevenson and all who attended todays announcement. Learn more at https://news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html

The technical issues have been resolved and we are back up and running! Apologies for the inconvenience.

Health Links - Info Sante is currently experiencing technical difficulties and callers are unable to get through. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to fix the lines as soon as possible. If this is a medical emergency please call 911.

COVID-19 testing at 1284 Main St. closed today - please head to St James for testing.

A stroke occurs when blood stops flowing to any part of the brain, damaging brain cells. After the onset of acute stroke, approximately 2 million brain cells die every minute. In January 2020, participants from Shared Health Emergency Response Services, HSC Emergency Department, Interventional Neuroradiology and Shared Health Diagnostic Imaging, together with Medtronic, completed a Mock Stroke 25 to ensure comfort and awareness of all members of the Stroke Team with the new location of Interventional Radiology within the Diagnostic Centre of Excellence. To learn more, watch the video below: https://vimeo.com/397210083

Congratulations to the interns of the graduating 2019-2020 Project SEARCH class!

As we have been reminded, #covid19MB is not going away. Continue to practice physical distancing & proper hygiene. If youre not feeling well remember to stay home. Visit https://tinyurl.com/wss4jb4 and use the online screening tool or visit manitoba.ca/covid19 for the latest.

Today is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Mtis peoples across our great nation. Manitoba is home to wonderfully talented individuals who identify as Indigenous working within its health system, leading and supporting key patient care activities each and every day. Although this year may not include normal Indigenous Peoples Day activities and events that we are accustomed to, please take the time to participate in various virtual celebrations taking place from coast to coast by visiting https://www.canada.ca//campaig/indigenous-peoples-day.html

The 820 Sherbrook Street entrance is REOPENING on Monday at noon. Two entrances are CLOSING on Monday: 800 Sherbrook Street at 5 p.m., and 840 Sherbrook Street at 8:30 p.m. On Tuesday, June 23: ... - The Sherbrook Parkade is reopening at 7 a.m., - The drop-off/pick-up and waiting area for dialysis patients will be relocated back to 820 Sherbrook Street. Please use alternative entrances: 665 William Avenue (Womens Hospital), 700 William Avenue (Emergency), 771 Bannatyne Avenue (PsychHealth Centre), and 820 Sherbrook Street.

Have you gotten your 50-50 raffle ticket yet? Tickets are only $5 each! Get your tickets here http://ow.ly/wCmg50AaFwg

More than 700k Manitobans have visited our online #covid19MB screening tool since mid-March. The tool remains an important first step if you are feeling symptoms related to COVID-19. Visit https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/

ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY! This program is open to all #Manitoba mid-career healthcare professionals in the Health Sciences faculties, Regional Health Authorities, and Government interested in progressing to senior level leadership. Apply by June 19: www.chimb.ca/ahslp

When #physicaldistancing is difficult, wear a mask if you can. Some dos and donts: - Ensure your nose and mouth are fully covered. - Wash your mask with hot, ...soapy water and let it dry completely before wearing it again. - Dont judge others for not wearing a mask. Get more tips: http://ow.ly/k4pI50A1Goh

An important reminder that social distancing guidelines still apply and remain important especially with gathering sizes increasing both indoor and outdoor. Stay informed and stay safe. http://www.manitoba.ca/covid19/prepareandprevent/index.html

We are pleased to welcome back visitors for inpatients as of today. Please be patient with us as we ensure safe access to your loved ones. Before you head to HSC to visit a patient, please keep in mind: - You must have been identified as the Designated Support Person(s) by our staff for the patient who is receiving care in an inpatient unit to enter. - Visits will not include come and go access.... - Approved visitors will receive a wristband. You must wear it at all times while visiting and for the patients entire length of stay. It is not transferable. - You must practice strict hand hygiene and maintain physical distancing. We encourage you to wear a non-medical mask, but it is not required. - Stay home if youre sick. You will be screened for symptoms, known exposure to COVID-19 and travel history, prior to entry. - You will be asked to sign in on the unit. This information will be retained solely for the purpose of Public Health contact tracing should a COVID-19 case investigation be required within a unit. Please note: - Case-by-case exceptions exist for obstetrical, pediatric and end-of-life care patients, at the discretion of our care team. - Visiting hours: Every day, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Visitors are NOT allowed in outpatient care areas (day surgery, ambulatory care, emergency department, dialysis, obstetrical triage, diagnostic imaging or laboratory services). Escorts will be allowed for special circumstances on a case-by-case basis.