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HSC_Winnipeg Additional information can be found at http://www.hsc.mb.ca

*This page is intended for informational purposes only.

HSC is a Shared Health facility, and Manitoba’s provincial tertiary centre for trauma, transplants, burns, neurosciences, complex cancer care and pediatric care serving residents of Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario, and Nunavut. We do not provide clinical advice. This page is open to comments and discussion. We reserve the right to remove any comments and discussion we feel are inappropriate.

Paws-itively adorable. 🐶💚 nine incredible volunteer therapy dog teams at HSC visited with nearly 9,000 patients, family...
04/24/2026

Paws-itively adorable. 🐶💚

nine incredible volunteer therapy dog teams at HSC visited with nearly 9,000 patients, family members, staff and visitors last year? Let's give them a round of a-paws! 🐾

This week is National Volunteer Week, an opportunity to recognize the important contributions of those who volunteer to help improve our health system by sharing their time, compassion, and their skills.

Visit hsc.mb.ca/careers/volunteers to learn more about volunteering at HSC.

Shared Health Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba Health Sciences Centre Foundation

April is Stress Awareness MonthStress is a natural response to the challenges or demands we face. While some stress can ...
04/24/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month

Stress is a natural response to the challenges or demands we face. While some stress can motivate us, ongoing or unmanaged stress can have an impact on our health and/or our mental wellbeing.

Stress shows up in many ways, and recognizing these signs can help us take steps to protect our wellbeing before life’s challenges become overwhelming:

🔵 Physical: Headaches, tension in your body, trouble sleeping, fatigue, or upset stomach

🔵 Behavioral: Changes in eating habits, withdrawing from others, or feeling disconnected

🔵 Emotional: Feeling anxious, irritable, or overwhelmed

🔵 Mental: Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

We've gathered some stress relief techniques to help you handle stress in the short term. Swipe to learn about 4 grounding and breathing exercises.

Thank you to our HSC volunteers! 💚 Last year, more than 18,000 books and magazines were handed out to patients. 💚 Childr...
04/23/2026

Thank you to our HSC volunteers!

💚 Last year, more than 18,000 books and magazines were handed out to patients.

💚 Children's ward volunteers visited with almost 4,000 patients.

💚 Ambassador volunteers escorted over 51,000 patients and visitors around campus.

Volunteers at HSC provide essential support to our delivery of patient care. Each volunteer is invaluable in helping create a positive experience for our patients, visitors, and staff.

This week is National Volunteer Week, an opportunity to recognize the important contributions of those who volunteer to help improve our health system by sharing their time, compassion, and their skills.

Visit hsc.mb.ca/careers/volunteers to learn more about volunteering at HSC.

Shared Health Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba Health Sciences Centre Foundation

Join us on April 30 for a Pipe Ceremony and Sacred Fire. This ceremony is open to staff and community members of all gen...
04/23/2026

Join us on April 30 for a Pipe Ceremony and Sacred Fire.

This ceremony is open to staff and community members of all genders, cultures, and abilities.

📅: Thursday, April 30
⏰: 10 a.m.
📍: 665 William Ave (HSC Women’s Hospital) Level 1, in the open Waiting Area at the southeast corner

As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation and to improving the care and services we provide, we are honoured to partner with the Women’s Health Clinic Kokum Circle.

To guide this work in a good way, the Kokums will lift their Sacred Pipes in Ceremony - an Indigenous spiritual practice in which rising smoke carries prayers and invocations to the ancestral and spiritual realms, connecting the physical and spiritual worlds.

Women's Health Clinic (WHC)

Harm reduction is a proven public health approach that reduces the adverse health, social, and economic outcomes related...
04/23/2026

Harm reduction is a proven public health approach that reduces the adverse health, social, and economic outcomes related to a variety of risk-associated activities. HSC sees many patients seeking help related to substance use and clinical teams have been looking for improved ways to support the health and safety of this population.

On May 7, 2026, the second annual HSC Harm Reduction Day will be held virtually, providing us with an opportunity to discuss this vital subject and hear from speakers with professional and lived experience with substance use and addiction recovery. Our theme for 2026 is Harm Reduction: Committing to Care.

Visit hsc.mb.ca/adults/harm-reduction/ to register for the event and view the agenda.

⚠️ Temporary Road Closure: Olivia St. & McDermot Ave. Thursday April 23, 2026, from 6:30AM to Noon. ⚠️Olivia Street nort...
04/23/2026

⚠️ Temporary Road Closure: Olivia St. & McDermot Ave. Thursday April 23, 2026, from 6:30AM to Noon. ⚠️

Olivia Street north of McDermot, between CancerCare and Rehab buildings, will be temporarily closed to accommodate ongoing construction work (see map ). Signage and workers will be in place to provide direction.

What to know:

➡️ CancerCare front entrance drop-off will remain OPEN

➡️ CLOSED – Olivia Street between CancerCare and Rehab buildings, including the drop-off/pickup/loading spots and the staff entrance/exit stairwell to HSC.

➡️ Rehab Parkade will still be accessible, however entry and exit will both be through the entrance ramp on McDermot (2-way traffic).

Thank you for your patience in advance while improvements are underway!

Every healthcare visit has an environmental footprint. Although you may not notice it right away, sustainability practic...
04/22/2026

Every healthcare visit has an environmental footprint. Although you may not notice it right away, sustainability practices need to be into every aspect of healthcare, ranging from items bought and used within the facility, to the energy that powers it.

At Shared Health, the Environmental Sustainability and Energy team works behind the scenes to help advance initiatives that combine healthcare operations with sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact while supporting public health and operational resilience.

“Environmental sustainability in healthcare is crucial; it directly connects to the well-being of both the planet and the people who rely on it. A healthy planet – clean air, clean water, healthy soil – supports healthy lives,” shared Lea Cote, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator.

“By finding small, yet impactful changes, we’re helping create a more sustainable future for healthcare, one step at a time.”

From an energy performance perspective, the Women’s Hospital at HSC is a standout example of innovation and forward thinking; showcasing what is achievable when sustainability is prioritized from the beginning. It ranks among the highest-performing hospitals in North America in terms of energy efficiency and environmental impact.

“Every data point tells a story, and we’re using those stories to drive action, inform investments, and highlight leadership in the system,” explained Boonstra.

“Our vision is a healthcare system that leads by example. It’s about setting a direction, building capacity, and driving systemic change while delivering exceptional care and minimizing our environmental footprint – all while strengthening resilience in the face of climate change.”

Earth Day serves as a reminder to remain committed to environmental sustainability. While the Environmental Sustainability and Energy team engages in sustainable projects year-round, Earth Day provides an opportunity to emphasize the importance of these initiatives and celebrate the collective efforts across our province that contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.

Visit https://ow.ly/LkSw50VCBwN for our latest story.

When John Broadhurst relocated to Manitoba he finally found the answers he was seeking about health concerns that had lo...
04/21/2026

When John Broadhurst relocated to Manitoba he finally found the answers he was seeking about health concerns that had long puzzled him. It was quickly determined he had been previously misdiagnosed, which had hidden his true need for support with autism.

“There is my life before my diagnosis and now my life after diagnosis. I feel like I lost my 20s, but I’m so happy with my life now in my 30s. I owe my entire life to the care and the providers in the system here in Manitoba,” he shared, expressing his gratitude for the support he received. “The providers here are just geniuses!”

That moment marked a significant turning point in Broadhurst’s life. With an accurate diagnosis and proper support, he was able to shift from a state of struggle to a life filled with promise, fulfillment, and deep appreciation.

“Thus, the volunteering!” he said with a smile. “I wanted to give back for the gift I received from the people in the system.”

Broadhurst began volunteering at HSC two years ago. What started as an act of gratitude quickly evolved into a passion. Today, he serves as a volunteer ambassador, guiding patients and visitors through the hospital’s complex campus.

“There’s just something about volunteering and helping people that feels so good. It’s payment in and of itself.”

This week is National Volunteer Week, an opportunity to recognize the important contributions of those who volunteer to help improve our health system by sharing their time, compassion, and their skills.

Visit sharedhealthmb.ca/news/2025-04-17-a-diagnosis-that-changed-more-than-one-life/ for John's full story.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)For those who are affected by sexual assault and/or intimate partner viole...
04/20/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)

For those who are affected by sexual assault and/or intimate partner violence, it can be difficult to know where to turn. But specialized teams working across Manitoba want you to know that help and resources are available – in hospital and in the community.

Across Manitoba, emergency departments and urgent care centres are available to care for the physical and medical needs of people who have been harmed, including by intimate partner violence. HSC’s Sexual Assault and Intimate Partner Violence Program offers a private, safe, and compassionate environment for patients.

Please call 204-787-2071 and ask for the Sexual Assault/Intimate Partner Violence Examiner or report to Adult or Children’s Emergency.

Please visit hsc.mb.ca/adults/sexual-assault-intimate-partner-violence-program-sa-ipv/ today for resources and to learn more.

April 19th is World IBS DayIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that can frequently reoc...
04/19/2026

April 19th is World IBS Day

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder that can frequently reoccur and interfere with your lifestyle. Typical symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and changes in bowel habits from sudden diarrhea to constipation. These symptoms are often relieved after a bowel movement.

Learn more at wrha.mb.ca/nutrition/topics/irritable-bowel-syndrome/

If you currently experiencing symptoms or living with IBS, talk to your doctor or health care provider about getting a referral to a registered dietitian, or call Dial-a-Dietitian.

Dial-a-Dietitian is here to help people of all ages understand how food choices can improve their health and prevent disease.

Registered dietitians can answer your questions related to nutritional health, diabetes, cholesterol, weight management, infant and child nutrition, and much more!

Call 1-877-830-2892 in Manitoba
Call 204-788-8248 in Winnipeg

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Measles is one of the most highly contagious diseases, characterized by a red, blotchy rash. The measles virus spreads t...
04/17/2026

Measles is one of the most highly contagious diseases, characterized by a red, blotchy rash. The measles virus spreads through close personal contact with an infected person and through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can be spread by droplets that can stay in the air for several hours. Infection can result in serious illness or death.

Immunization is the best way to prevent measles. Talk to your healthcare provider or call Health Links – Info Santé (1-888-315-9257) about how to ensure everyone is up to date. If you are planning to travel with an infant between 6 months and 12 months of age, talk to your healthcare provider about early measles vaccination.

Visit Manitoba.ca/measles to learn more.

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More than 8,000 staff, physicians and volunteers care for patients at HSC Winnipeg. Highly-skilled interdisciplinary teams provide complex, specialist (“tertiary”) acute care, including diagnostic, outpatient and inpatient services to adults and children across Manitoba, north-western Ontario and Nunavut.

HSC is a Shared Health facility, and is Manitoba’s provincial tertiary centre for trauma, transplants, burns, neurosciences, complex cancer care and pediatric care. Every clinical hospital-based service available in the province is offered at HSC, with the exception of cardiac surgery and eye surgery. This means the majority of Manitobans’ tertiary care is provided here, regardless of which community our patients call home.

HSC is also a teaching hospital, formally affiliated with the University of Manitoba and other post-secondary institutions. Students learn from us at the bedside or in the lab, and many of our staff teach and conduct research at these institutions. Additional information can be found at http://www.hsc.mb.ca *This page is intended for informational purposes only. We do not provide clinical advice. This page is open to comments and discussion. We reserve the right to remove any comments and discussion we feel are inappropriate.