To The Haldimand Press
HAGERSVILLE—As a result of the ongoing collaboration with Ontario Health West, the government agency has approved additional funding to keep the West Haldimand General Hospital (WHGH) COVID, Cold, and Flu Care Clinic (CCFCC) in operation until June 30, 2023. The CCFCC was set to close on Friday, April 28 due to the discontinuation of funding.
The WHGH COVID, Cold, and Flu Care Clinic is a medical clinic that can test, assess, and provide treatment for people with COVID-19 and other cold and flu-like illnesses to ensure individuals receive the right care, in the right place. The clinic is staffed by physicians, nurses, and medical professionals. WHGH’s CCFCC now serves as the primary screening and testing location for COVID-19 in the region.
Since its launch on December 7, 2022, the CCFCC has cared for over 1,100 patients.
“We are grateful for the continued support and additional funds from our valuable partners at Ontario Health West, which allows for the continued operations of the CCFCC,” said AnneMarie VanSickle, Clinical Director of the CCFCC. “The CCFCC has relieved pressures in our emergency department while providing patients and families with a more convenient option that offers shorter wait times. We are grateful we can continue offering this valuable service to our community.”
WHGH CCFCC operates Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Patients can book an appointment by calling 905-768-3311 ext. 1113.
“We have been unwavering in our commitment to protecting the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve, and we are very grateful to Ontario Health West to ensuring that we have the resources and support needed to meet the ongoing needs of our communities,” said Kim Mullins, Vice-President Clinical and Chief Nursing Executive.
Please note that COVID-19 testing is also available at community pharmacies, and the prescription drug Paxlovid will continue to be available through family physicians.
For more information about the CCFCC: whgh.ca/covid-cold-and-flu- care-clinic.
