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Whitehorse General Hospital expands capacity with eight new beds
Whitehorse General Hospital is adding eight inpatient beds in early July to help reduce pressure and improve access to care.
Yukon government launches new online form to update health care card information
Yukoners can now update their health care card information online. The new service is faster, safe and helps keep details up to date.
New online tools available to help Yukoners access and update their immunization records
Yukoners now have easier ways to view and update their vaccination history. The Government of Yukon is launching two online tools that let residents securely access their immunization records and submit vaccination documents received outside the territory.
Government of Yukon releases cancer incidence report, 2013–23
A new report highlights key findings from 2013 to 2023 and reinforces the importance of screening and early detection, Yukon Cancer Incidence Report
Yukon health officials monitoring Andes hantavirus situation involving two Yukoners
Two Yukoners linked to the Andes hantavirus outbreak are isolating in B.C. Yukon health officials say the overall risk to Yukoners remains low.
New program supports more access and attachment to family doctors
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Medical Association have launched a program to help connect more Yukoners to a family doctor.
New doctors join Yukon health system
The Government of Yukon is reporting early success in physician recruitment.
Bursary funding increased to support Yukon students pursuing health careers
New funding and a simplified online process are coming to Yukon health and social services bursaries. Applications open June 2026.
Yukon government increases funding to support hospital services and advance expansion project
The Yukon government is increasing funding to support hospital services, address cost pressures and advance planning for the expansion of Whitehorse General Hospital project, Yukon Hospital Corporation
Yukon launches National Pharmacare Program, improving access to contraception and diabetes medication
The Yukon National Pharmacare Program is now available. Eligible residents can access certain diabetes medications and contraceptives at little to no cost.
Date modified: 2026-05-27