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Notice: NNFHT IS OPEN! Urgent medical visits are still being seen in-person. Telephone and video visits are now available for most other appointment types. For more information about how NNFHT is responding to COVID-19 see our latest updates >
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COVID-19 TESTING AT LOCAL ASSESSMENT CENTRES

Those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms can BOOK ONLINE or CALL to schedule a COVID-19 test at the local assessment centre. Scroll down for more info.

"Spring into Wellness" Webinar Series

Pre-registration is required and anyone is welcome to attend virtually.
All workshops will be recorded and available on our website at later date.
Go to the Programs & Groups tab and click Wellness Workshops to view the flyer and register for each session.

Upcoming Program: Urban Pole Walking

Starting Tuesday, June 7-July 26 from 9am-10am in Niagara on the Lake.
Please call 905-468-2177 ext 130 for more information or to register.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Visit the Niagara Region Public Health Website for the most up-to-date information about how to book your COVID-19 vaccine and Rapid Antigen Test information. Scroll down for more info.

Access urgent care without leaving home

The new Niagara virtual urgent care service provides convenient and safe treatment through secure video for non-emergency injuries or illnesses.
For patients who do not have a primary care provider or cannot make an appointment with their family doctor or other primary care provider during the week.
Scroll down for more information.

COMING SOON! Village Medical Centre in NOTL

The new Village Medical Centre in NOTL is now planned to open August of 2022! The staff of the Family Health Team will be remaining at the Niagara Medical Centre until the move.

DO YOU THINK YOU HAVE COVID-19?

Our COVID @ Home  program is here to support you.

To keep your Doctor updated, please call our Outreach Nurse at 905-468-2177 ext 116 if you have any of the following symptoms:

fever/chills, headache, sinus pressure, runny/congested nose, sore throat, cough, short of breath, nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, muscle/joint pains, and/ or fatigue

Even if you are vaccinated or have a negative rapid covid test it could still be COVID-19. We can help you with getting assessed if needed, sick notes (for COVID absences), symptom monitoring and treatment if needed.We are NOT able to provide notes for travel or arrange for COVID-19 testing for travel – please contact your local pharmacy.

Please note: It is important you and your household members stay home and isolate until we speak with you.

For more on isolation please go to https://www.niagararegion.ca/health/covid-19/self-isolation/community-guidance.aspx

 

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATES

Please visit the Niagara Region Public Health Website for the most up-to-date information about how to book a COVID-19 vaccine.

Frequently Asked Vaccine Questions:

Rapid Antigen Test Information:

COVID-19 Vaccine Receipts:

  • For those vaccinated in Ontario, electronic COVID-19 vaccination receipts can be downloaded or printed from the provincial portal.
  • If you do not have access to a printer you can visit your local library to print your vaccine receipt for free.
  • If you received one or more doses of the COVID-19 vaccine outside of Ontario, contact the Niagara Region Public Health office directly to record your information and receive proper documentation.

ACCESS URGENT CARE WITHOUT LEAVING HOME

Niagara residents who need urgent care can make an appointment to see a Niagara Health nurse practitioner or doctor from the comfort of their home.

The new Niagara virtual urgent care service provides convenient and safe treatment through secure video for non-emergency injuries or illnesses like nausea, infections, and minor COVID-19 symptoms.

Same day appointments are available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.

This service is for patients who have a medical issue that isn’t life-threatening and who do not have a primary care provider or cannot make an appointment with their family doctor or other primary care provider during the week.
We encourage our patients to utilize our After Hour Clinics in the evenings and weekends.

To make an appointment, visit UrgentCareOntario.ca.

 

 

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COVID-19 INFORMATION

Click the blue button below for more information about COVID-19 Vaccines.

COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION

Click the purple button below to notify your NNFHT Family Doctor about your COVID-19 immunization(s).

COVID-19 VACCINATION DOCUMENTATION FORM

WHAT TO DO IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE COVID-19:

  • Take the Self-Assessment Test online
  • If you have questions or are unsure what to do, you can call the Niagara Region Public Health COVID-19 Information line at 905-688-8248 or 1-888-505-6074, press 7.
  • More information about the wait times for the info line and COVID-19 resources can be found on The Niagara Region website.

BOOK YOUR COVID-19 TEST ONLINE

https://nhappointmentscheduler.powerappsportals.com/

OR

CALL 905-378-4647 ext. 42819 (4-CV19)

Assessment Centre staff will return calls as soon as possible to schedule a date and time for your test.

We encourage you to get tested for COVID-19 if you:

  • Showing COVID-19 symptoms
  • Have been exposed to a confirmed case of the virus, as informed by their public health unit or exposure notification through the COVID Alert app
  • A resident or work in a setting that has a COVID-19 outbreak, as identified and informed by their local public health unit
  • Eligible for testing as part of a targeted testing initiative directed by the Ministry of Health or the Ministry of Long-Term Care. Visit ontario.ca/covidtest for a full list of testing criteria.

Please note local Assessment Centres will no longer accept walk-ins.

For more details about the local assessment centres (including maps) click here.

CLICK HERE FOR OUR LATEST COVID-19 UPDATES & RESOURCES