Population Health - Meadow Lake

03/27/2025

Call 811 if you have been exposed in these locations and are symptomatic. BE SURE TO CALL AHEAD BEFORE PRESENTING TO ANY HEALTH CARE FACILITIES.

Check your Sask Health Record if you are unsure of your immunizations status , or your Public Health Office in Meadow Lake can be reached by calling (306) 236- 1570
Meadow Lake Hospital # (306)236-1500
Meadow Lake Clinic - # (306)236-5661

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is notifying the public of measles exposure risks in North Battleford and Saskatoon. The exposure risks resulted from a confirmed case. Individuals who were at any of the following locations during these time periods should monitor themselves closely for up to 21 days after exposure:

North Battleford

* River Valley Eye Care: Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
* Gold Eagle Casino: Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 12:00 a.m. to 3:30 a.m.
* Shoppers Drug Mart in Frontier Mall: Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
* Tim Hortons by Frontier Mall: Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
* Splish Splash Auto and Pet Wash: Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
* Battleford Union Hospital – Emergency Department:
Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Monday, March 24, 2025 from 2:00 a.m. to 07:30 a.m. and Monday, March 24, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saskatoon

* Smiley’s Buffet and Catering (702 Circle Dr, Saskatoon): Friday, March 21, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
* Queen Nails & Spa Confederation Mall (300 Confederation Dr #46, Saskatoon): Friday, March 21, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
* Play Toon Indoor Playground (331 60th Street, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
* Tommy Gun’s Original Barbershop (831 51st Street Unit 70, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
* Tim Hortons (709 Circle Dr E, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
* Value Village (2115 Faithful Ave, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
* HomeSense (3047 Clarence Ave S, Saskatoon): Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Measles can be prevented by vaccination. The measles vaccine is safe, effective, and free. With two doses, measles vaccination is almost 100 per cent effective. Please review you immunizations in you MySaskHealthRecord or discuss with your health practitioner to ensure you and your family's immunizations are up to date.

Due to the highly contagious nature of measles, if you exhibit any symptoms of measles (follow the link for detailed information) AND were at one or more of the above locations during the identified times, please call HealthLine 811 for advice. Anyone potentially exposed may be eligible for preventative treatment for up to six days after exposure. If you are in medical distress, please call before presenting to the emergency department or call 911, ensuring you identify that you may have been exposed to measles.

If you were at any of the locations listed during the dates and times noted above AND are born after 1970 AND have NOT received two doses of measles vaccine, please attend a drop-in clinic in Saskatoon (March 27 or 28) or call Public Health. Read more: https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca/news-events/news/measles-exposure-risk-north-battleford-and-saskatoon

11/07/2024

Canadian statistics show that food bank usage has increased by 90% in the last 5 years (2019-2024).

Thank you to all of the organizations in our community that are helping support those in need.

If you are able to help these organizations by offering food, money, or volunteer time, reach out!

11/07/2024

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11/06/2024

Hot off the press - see our newly launched online resource for raising healthy, happy eaters!

https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca/your-health/conditions-diseases-services/raising-healthy-happy-eater?fbclid=IwY2xjawGYYS9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQ9LXNHaDZBIy8P5tAJuKacfdfyJji3v4Vylh0mCrkx3E58qWnAyz9osvA_aem_rSfFz_cPe0AhIjJpuWHbcA

10/29/2024

The 2024-2025 Influenza/Covid Campaign is underway! Visit 4flu.ca to find a clinic near you!

05/27/2024

Hey parents!
Are you looking for delicious ways to raise healthy, happy eaters? Well, look no further! Our "Raising Health, Happy Eaters" program is here to make mealtime super easy for your little ones.
🥗🍝Join us on Tuesday, May 28th from 1:30 to 3pm for this session.
☎️To register, simply give us a call at (306) 236-6441. 📞
Let's make mealtime the best part of your child's day!
Please note, 💥there won't be childminding available for this session.

04/22/2024

Now through June 30, 2024, eligible Saskatchewan residents will have access to an additional dose of the XBB.1.5 COVID-19 vaccine, if it has been six or more months from their last XBB.1.5 COVID-19 dose or COVID-19 infection.

Individuals eligible for the additional dose of the XBB.1.5 COVID-19 vaccine include:
- Adults 65 years of age and older.
- Adults 18 to 64 years of age who reside in long-term care facilities, personal care homes, and congregate living settings (for example: assisted living settings) that include residents who are 65 years of age and older.
- Individuals six months of age and older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised due to immunosuppressive therapy or certain medical conditions.

Visit saskhealthauthority.ca/COVID-19 for the full list of medical conditions, to book an appointment, find a clinic or view participating pharmacies in your area. Call 1-833-727-5829 between 8:45 a.m. and 4:45p.m. Monday through Friday for assistance scheduling an appointment.

Until June 30, 2024, individuals over six months of age who are not yet immunized with a XBB.1.5 COVID-19 vaccine are eligible to receive or begin an age-appropriate XBB.1.5 dose or series, if there has been six months from their previous COVID vaccine dose or previous COVID-19 infection (whichever is longer).

We work together to improve health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

04/17/2024

Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccination

From April 8 until June 30, 2024 the following Saskatchewan residents can receive one additional dose of COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccine as long as it has been more than six months since their last COVID-19 XBB.1.5 dose or COVID-19 infection (whichever interval is longer):
• Adults 65 years of age and older.
• Individuals six months of age and older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised with medical conditions.
• Adults 18 to 64 years old residing in long-term care facilities, personal care homes, and congregate living settings (i.e. assisted living settings) that have residents 65+ years.
• Everyone in Saskatchewan six months and older who is not yet immunized with COVID-19 XBB.1.5 vaccine remains eligible for the vaccine until June 30, 2024.

03/20/2024

Please join us in celebrating Dietitians Day as part of Nutrition Month!

Click this link to enjoy some nutrition month meals & snacks: https://whatyoueat.ca/en/recipes/