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New walk-in medical clinic to open in Whitehorse
December 15, 2023
New Whitehorse Walk-In Medical Clinic opens December 18 at 9010 Quartz Rd, offering essential health services for Yukoners without a primary care provider.
Physician joins Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre, enhancing integrated, collaborative care team
December 13, 2023
Physician hired to join team of health professionals at Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre.
Government of Yukon, Yukon Hospital Corporation and health partners release new Health Human Resources Strategy to better meet Yukoners’ needs
December 13, 2023
Government of Yukon, Yukon Hospital Corporation and health partners release new Health Human Resources Strategy.
2023 Putting People First annual report shows continued progress
December 12, 2023
The Government of Yukon's second Putting People First annual report provides update on progress made in carrying out the report's 76 recommendations that guide the transformation.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
December 1, 2023
Minister of Health and Social Services McPhee has issued a statement on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities held each year to celebrate people with disabilities.
The Government of Yukon releases a report on the governance and financial management of Yukon Hospital Corporation and accepts outlined recommendations
December 1, 2023
Ernst and Young's review on Yukon Hospital Corporation's governance and finance has been released. Key insights and recommendations on Yukon.ca.
The Government of Yukon and health care partners are working together to support hospital services
December 1, 2023
The Government of Yukon and health care partners are working together to restore hospital services, reducing wait times and improving medical imaging and surgical service levels.
Statement from Premier Pillai and Minister McPhee on progress on downtown Whitehorse community safety
December 1, 2023
Premier Pillai and Minister McPhee provide progress updates on downtown Whitehorse community safety.
Statement from Minister McPhee on the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
November 30, 2023
The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline is now available in the Yukon - a lifeline for mental health and suicide prevention, available 24/7 for everyone.
The Government of Yukon releases Yukon Health Status Report 2022
November 21, 2023
The Health Status Report 2022 provides an overview of the health of Yukoners, including statistics on vaccinations and communicable disease prevalence.