Western Health is adding virtual ER services for the Bonne Bay Health Centre and Rufus Guinchard Health Centre due to doctor shortages.
On-site emergency services at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point will be supported with virtual ER from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. today, and from 6 p.m. Friday to 10:30 p.m. Sunday.
The virtual ER option will be in place for the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders from 8 a.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Saturday.
Western Health says a health care provider will be available to support patient care at the centre, and to assist with virtual care.
Residents requiring emergency services during those times are urged to call 911 or travel to the nearest health centre.