New Year, more Kaslo Victorian Community Health Centre ER closures
By Nelson Daily Staff
Another week, another closure notice from Interior Health regarding Kaslo Victorian Community Health Centre Emergency Department.
Interior Health is advising area residents due to limited physician availability the Victorian Community Health Centre Emergency Department will be closed from 5 p.m. Tuesday January 7 to 9 a.m. Wednesday January 8.
Outside these hours, the emergency department will be open.
Kaslo and area residents should take note of the following if they require care when the emergency department is closed:
* In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
* Visit the emergency department at Kootenay Lake Hospital in Nelson.
* For non-urgent needs, visit a walk-in clinic in Nelson.
* Note the weekend and holiday hours of your local pharmacy/drug store, and ensure your prescriptions are up to date.
* Call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 (24 hour service), if you are unsure about your need to go to the emergency department.
