Killick Health Services Inc at Lincoln Road
129 Lincoln Road A2A 1P3 Grand Falls, NL, Canada

Update from Government NL. The UK variant has been found here in NL. We are moving back to alert level 5. This will bring a lot of changes. Please check with the Government NL for those guidelines. Family Doctor's offices will be open - however, stay in your bubble and virtual care/telephone visits wherever possible.

Folks, if you're like us; you've been watching Dr. Fitzgerald's daily updates.There have been a lot of changes in the past couple of days and this can lead to worries. She said it best: hold fast, wear your mask, and we'll get though this. Regular clinics are still running. The Health Hub is still open(292-8404). Virtual appointments are available for any who need one. Thank you.

Most regular clinics are closed over Christmas. The Health HUB is open today and most of this coming week (it is closed New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The number is 292-8404. Have a safe and enjoyable Christmas.

Another non-COVID post. Today is women's brain health day. 70% of Alzheimer's patents are women. check this out: https://womensbrainhealth.org

For something non-COVID related; today, is world AIDS day. https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-aids-day/2018

Lots of interest in the flu vaccine this year and lots of ways to get yours. If you're internet savvy (and you're reading this on the internet) Try this link: https://portal.healthmyself.net/nlcentralhealth/guest/ You can book at your convenience. Have less internet using friends? They can call toll free: 1-833-951-3904. Pharmacies are also available to provide vaccines. Call yours today to book. Times etc. will be pharmacy dependent.... Finally, your primary care provider will have some vaccines available if you can't access any of these services. The government of NL has a goal of 85% coverage, so roll up your sleeve!

It's been a little while since we've done some normal posts... September is prostate cancer awareness and world Alzheimer's month. So chaps, if you're over 50, talk to your doctor about prostate health. With respect to Alzheimer's month, this illness affects primarily our elderly - an already vulnerable population. If you've noticed yourself, family or friends having memory troubles, start the discussion early and talk to your doctor.

There will a live broadcast from the provincial government about a safe return to school to noon today. You can follow this link to the NLESD Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chann/UCIT127dtdYdGLnVFYv3c9uQ/live

Dr. Ralph is out of the office until 26 August. For any issue that cannot wait until his return, please make use of the NEAC clinic. The number is 292-8404. Thanks.