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In light of the significantly increased risk for local COVID-19 spread in our community, we have made some changes to ensure ongoing access to medical services, while attempting to mitigate the risk of an outbreak:

• If you are experiencing mild / non-life threatening viral respiratory symptoms, including those that may be related to COVID-19, please first attempt to access care via the COVID-19 Assessment Centre, by calling 807-727-7035. Many patients with mild symptoms will be able to manage their symptoms at home. Assessment Centre staff will recommend consultation with a physician, if there are concerns.

Red Lake Clinic:

• We will continue to provide essential in-person care via booked appointments, when possible. Please call 807-727-2617 to book an appointment.

• We will continue to provide Urgent Care Clinic assessments to address medical concerns that cannot wait for the next available appointment time.

• All Urgent Care Clinic assessments will be conducted, initially, by telephone, at which time the attending physician will determine whether in-person consultation / treatment is necessary. Please call 807-727-2617 to access the Urgent Care Clinic.

• For hours of operation, please visit https://www.redlakeclinic.com/hours--closures.html

Hospital / Emergency Room:

• If it is outside of clinic hours and you are experiencing a non life-threatening health issue, but feel you may need care in the Emergency Department, please try to call ahead at 807-727-3811. We may be able to provide consultation over the phone or at least help you plan your visit, to minimize risk.

• If you are experiencing a severe or life-threatening health issue, including severe symptoms of COVID-19, please call 911 or come to the Emergency Department immediately. Severe symptoms of COVID-19 may include (but are not limited to) chest pain, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, altered mental state / confusion.

• If you present at the Hospital and you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, please notify a staff member, immediately, so that appropriate safety measures can be taken.

• Patients should not bring additional people with them to the Hospital, unless required (for example a pediatric patient who requires a parent / guardian or an adult who requires a care partner).

Thank you for your support and understanding, as we continue to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic.