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First-ever specialized rectal cancer surgery performed at Bluewater

WEBA specialized surgery for rectal cancer was performed for the first time at Bluewater Health this month, officials say. The procedure — a Transanal Total …

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Bluewater Health welcomes new oncologist, kicks off cancer-clinic

WEBBluewater Health is kicking off its cancer clinic redevelopment project, and growing its team of oncologists, the hospital says. The large-scale renovation coincides …

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Benzene and sulphur dioxide serious concerns for South Sarnia

WEBElevated airborne concentrations of cancer-causing benzene and sulphur dioxide exposure are increasing health risks for residents in the industrial south end of …

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Youth Wellness Hub officially opens in downtown Sarnia

WEBBrian White: “This really matters.”. Cathy Dobson. For local youth struggling with mental health and substance abuse – and those closest to them – Tuesday’s …

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Free stop-smoking program available to the public

WEBJun 5, 2022 1:00 AM. Journal Staff. Bluewater Health and Rapids Family Health Team are offering a free stop-smoking program to local residents, patients, and staff at both …

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Hospital launches dedicated phone line for cyberattack victims

WEBBluewater Health says it has opened a dedicated phone service for patients who may have had their SIN numbers compromised as a result of the recent …

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Prostate cancer clinic opening in Sarnia

WEBNov 6, 2014 12:00 AM. Three local doctors, Dr. Paul Martin, left, Dr. Alvaro Ramirez, centre, and Dr. Raj Singh, right, have opened a prostate cancer clinic at Bluewater Health. With …

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Is living in Sarnia making you ill

WEBMinistry unveils study results Wednesday. Cathy Dobson Local residents will soon learn if the air we breathe is impacting our health. On Wednesday, the results of …

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Long awaited Youth Wellness Hub opens this month

WEBTara Jeffrey. A long-awaited youth mental health centre in Sarnia’s downtown finally opens its doors this month. The Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) …

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Fighting for her life

WEBCathy Dobson. Denise Wade and her oncologists are convinced a cancer-fighting drug she takes every day is shrinking her tumours and extending her life. But …

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'No compelling reason' for merger between Lambton, Chatham …

WEBThere is ‘no compelling reason’ for a merger between Lambton Public Health (LPH) and Chatham-Kent Public Health (CKPH) officials say. Findings from an …

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Dream Home Lottery winners to be drawn Thursday

WEBWinners of the Bluewater Health Foundation’s 2024 Dream Home Lottery are set to be announced this week. Officials will be on hand at the site of the $1.2 …

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COVID-19 and Influenza vaccines available for high-risk …

WEBThese high-risk populations include: COVID-19 and influenza vaccine appointments can be booked through Lambton Public Health (LPH) by visiting …

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Patient, staff data stolen in cyberattack: officials

WEBOct 31, 2023 11:18 AM. Bluewater Health. Troy Shantz file photo. Tara Jeffrey. Information about patients and staff has been stolen amid an ongoing cyberattack, and those …

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New addiction treatment facility offering families hope

WEBNew addiction treatment facility offering families hope. Cathy Dobson Ontario has come through with two-thirds of the annual funding needed to keep Sarnia’s …

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UPDATE: Aamjiwnaang officials call for immediate action amid …

WEBAamjiwnaang First Nation officials are calling for the immediate shut-down of the INEOS Styrolution Sarnia site, saying ‘extremely high’ levels of benzene are making …

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Dream Home Lottery grand prize winner announced

WEBThe grand prize winner of the 2024 Bluewater Health Dream Home Lottery was announced, Thursday. Linda Weeres of Sarnia was the winning ticket holder; she’ll …

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Health Unit urges prevention, protection during holiday season

WEBJournal staff Dec 19, 2023 2:29 PM. Lambton Public Health. Lambton Public Health is reminding residents about respiratory illness prevention and protection as indoor …

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