Employees in Diagnostic Imaging collected $500.00 for the Hospital’s Patient Clothing Cupboard as a way to pay forward the generosity of radiologist, Dr. Mehran Midia. “The reason that we have collected this money is to honour one of our Radiologists, Dr. Midia who is always so generous,” says Julie Grant, Charge Technologist.

“For years, when he is here for the week, he provides the staff daily with coffee, tea, muffins, donuts, bagels, sweets, fruit and once a week a full lunch! His generosity is truly amazing and we felt we needed to show our appreciation in his honour.”

The purpose of the Patient Clothing Cupboard is to provide suitable clothing for a patient to wear and use to facilitate a discharge in situations where the patient/family is unable to provide the necessary clothing.

Every day, nurses, social workers, and other employees of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) visit the Patient Clothing Cupboard to find clean clothing for patients in need.

Two dedicated volunteers, Sonja and Christine, shop for quality, comfortable, low-cost clothing, replenish the cupboard with donated items, and work very hard to keep it tidy.

The Cupboard is funded in very small part by the Volunteer Association to the TBRHSC through funds raised through Seasons Gift Shop. But we rely on the generosity of employees who donate funds or new or gently used leisure wear (ex. T-shirts, sweatshirts, jogging pants, running shoes, jackets) or new socks and underwear.

Thank you again to the Diagnostic Imaging team for your generous donation.

Pictured below: Dr. Midia (third from right) and members of the Diagnostic Imaging team.

MRI construction activities in Diagnostic Imaging have been completed and access has been restored to the exterior staff entrance at C Corridor (aka “MRI Door” / “G-Door”). The temporary access at the G stairwell door is no longer accessible, effective immediately.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while construction was underway.

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An outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared on 1A Medical Inpatient Unit as of August 23, 2022. All restrictions are in place.

Please share this information with the appropriate staff.

As always, our number one priority is the safety of patients and their families, staff and visitors. All patients identified as having an exposure to this outbreak will require isolation with appropriate additional precautions.

The department of Infection Prevention and Control encourages everyone to keep applying the routine practices of hand hygiene, proper use of PPE, equipment cleaning, and the appropriate admission screening of all patients. Please set an example for staff and students and assist us by maintaining compliance and due diligence.

For more information, contact:
Infection Prevention and Control, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre at 684-6094

We want you to be a part of the 2023 Calendar!

Each year, Prevention and Screening Clinical Services and the Wellness Committee create a health and wellness calendar that features staff, professional staff, learners and volunteers.

We are currently recruiting for individuals to be featured in the 2023 calendar. Share with us the activity you do to stay healthy or your favourite nutritious recipe. The recruitment poster can be found below with details on how to submit.

Alternatively, if you would like to nominate a colleague who is a leader in health and wellness, contact caitlund.davidson@tbh.net.

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Please be advised that the COVID-19 outbreak has been declared over at TBRHSC’s 3A Surgical Unit as of August 20, 2022. All restrictions have been lifted.

Please share this information with the appropriate staff.

For more information, contact: Infection Prevention and Control Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre 684-6094

Enhance your ability to care for pediatric patients with innovative online modules supported by a revamped provider manual, preparing you for an interactive classroom experience.

Course Director: Peter Hayes, RN, BScN, ENC(C)
Contact Information: peter.hayes@tbh.net
Course Dates: Monday, September 19 to Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Location: Ibn Sina Simulation Centre (3rd Floor) at TBRHSC

Please see poster below for more details.

This course is intended for health care providers who want to learn the fundamental concepts of neonatal resuscitation (i.e. nurses, physicians, registered midwives, registered respiratory therapists, residents and paramedics).

This program consists of 2 parts:

1. Self-Study of the 7th edition Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (2016) and successful completion of the NRP online examination is required prior to attending the course.
2. Participation in the one-day, hands on course

To register please use the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/neonatal-resuscitation-provider-program-nrp-fall-and-winter-2022-tickets-404262127907

Please see poster below for more details.

The PALS Provider Renewal course is designed for proficient PALS providers who regularly direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular
emergencies in critically ill or injured children and who holds a current PALS Provider certificate. This course assumes a comprehensive awareness, knowledge and skill proficiency in PALS concepts, and is best suited for providers who use these skills frequently and therefore require limited practice to be successful.

Learners will practice and apply their knowledge to case scenarios applying the proven systematic approach to pediatric assessment, treatment algorithms and coordinated high-performance team dynamics, in both team leader and team member roles.

See poster below for more details.

Join on September 8, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. to learn about the programs and services Hospice Northwest provides.

Please see poster below for more details. To register for this Zoom session, please contact Suzanne Nuorala at suzanne@hospitacenorthwest.ca or call 807-626-5570.