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    More than just medications: A pharmacist’s role in your overall care

    More than just medications: A pharmacist’s role in your overall care

    March 16, 2025
    Pharmacists do more than fill out prescriptions and administer vaccines. They are skilled professionals who work in diverse settings, whether it’s in the communities, hospitals, associations, governments, or pharmaceutical industries.
    A shift in shielding practices to enhance care outcomes

    A shift in shielding practices to enhance care outcomes

    March 15, 2025
    Patients often expect to wear a heavy lead apron during an X-ray to shield their bodies from radiation. However, as technology has advanced, so has the approach to shielding ­— grounded in scientific research, patient safety, and improved diagnostic accuracy.
    Shining a spotlight on this year’s Honoured to Care Awards recipients

    Shining a spotlight on this year’s Honoured to Care Awards recipients

    March 14, 2025
    At Oak Valley Health, integrated care for healthier communities is more than our Vision — it’s a daily practice driven by core values of respect, trust, commitment, compassion, and courage.
    Calming fears with compassionate care close to home

    Calming fears with compassionate care close to home

    February 3, 2025
    Story written by Uxbridge Hospital Foundation. How an exceptional experience at Uxbridge Hospital convinced one grateful patient to give back A visit to the hospital is rarely something people look forward to.
    The main entrance of the Outpatient Pharmacy as viewed from the main lobby at Markham Stouffville Hospital.

    Outpatient Pharmacy now open to the public

    February 2, 2025
    Phase 2 of the pharmacy opening includes all patients, visitors, staff, and the community We are pleased to announce the opening of our Outpatient Pharmacy, as part of phase 2 in a planned approach, to offer a full-service pharmacy servicing all patients, visitors, staff, and community members.
    Celebrating Black History Month

    Celebrating Black History Month

    February 1, 2025
    February marks a time to celebrate the achievements of Black Canadians who have shaped our diverse, compassionate, and prosperous country. As part of our recognition of Black History Month, we are proud to highlight the voices of our staff.
    A rendering of the new Uxbridge Hospital long-term care building. A view from outside looking at the building, parking lot, and trees.

    Long-term care beds approved for Uxbridge Hospital redevelopment

    January 28, 2025
    New long-term care home will bring 192 modern long-term care beds to the Uxbridge community The long-term care beds that are part of our Uxbridge Hospital redevelopment have now been approved.
    Transformation of Uxbridge Hospital takes next step

    Transformation of Uxbridge Hospital takes next step

    January 24, 2025
    Today, alongside the Ontario government, we announced the approval to begin early works construction as part of our Uxbridge Hospital redevelopment, as well as an additional investment to support the new hospital site.
    Celebrity Hockey Classic wins big for Uxbridge Hospital

    Celebrity Hockey Classic wins big for Uxbridge Hospital

    January 20, 2025
    Story written by Uxbridge Hospital Foundation. First-ever event surpasses expectations with over $500,000 in support for the new Uxbridge Hospital On October 3 to 4, 2024, more than 450 local hockey enthusiasts joined forces with some of the NHL’s most illustrious alumni players at the first-­ever Uxbridge Hospital Celebrity Hockey Classic.
    Head shot of Sharon Cheng with a background showing people doing yoga in the park and a title that reads Staying active and finding a routine.

    Staying active and finding a routine

    January 15, 2025
    With the new year officially here, new beginnings welcome opportunities for change and often a kick-start to setting new goals. Sharon Cheng, an inpatient surgical physiotherapist at Markham Stouffville Hospital, shares tips and insights on setting realistic goals and staying motivated to exercise regularly.