What's new at HSN

What's New at HSN?

Monday, October 3, 2022

Record $10 Million Gift for Health Sciences North’s Expansion, Cancer Centre Renamed “Shirley and Jim Fielding Northeast Cancer Centre”

In what is the largest single donation in the history of Northern Ontario hospitals, the Fielding and Perdue family is donating $10 million to the Northern Cancer Foundation for the proposed capital redevelopment at Health Sciences North (HSN).

The announcement was made on behalf of Craig Fielding and his wife Katriina Ruotsalo, Murray Fielding, Gerry Perdue and his children Jason, Cameron and Angela.

Friday, September 30, 2022

Health Sciences North Honours National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

HSN healthcare workers took part in traditional ceremonies today, led by Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and the hospital’s Indigenous Health Team, to honour survivors, the children who lost their lives, and the families and communities forever affected by the residential school system.

As part of the ceremonies, a sacred fire was ignited at the Ramsey Lake Health Centre, followed by a pipe and water ceremony. A prayer and memorial offering for the children was led by Rosella Kinoshameg, HSN Board member and a survivor of residential school.

Monday, September 26, 2022

Camp Wanakita Celebrates 30 Years

For children with bleeding disorders (hemophilia), even a minor injury can be life-threatening. Too often, they miss out on activities that other kids take for granted, like sports and summer camps. This is why Camp Wanakita is so wonderful!

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Project SEARCH – Helping students prepare for the workforce

Health Sciences North is proud to join hands with the Rainbow District School Board, March of Dimes Canada and the City of Greater Sudbury to bring Project SEARCH to Sudbury.

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

HSN Addictions Workers connecting their clients with help and hope

As Addictions Workers with HSN’s Crisis Intervention Services Team, Steven McCarthy and Kathryn Tiplady see the devastation of the opioid crisis in Sudbury up close every day.

For International Overdose Awareness Day, we spoke to them about why they chose to do this work and what they want the community to know about their clients.

Friday, August 26, 2022

HSN researchers look at how weekend physiotherapy could improve the health of elderly patients

When elderly patients are admitted to hospital, they spend a lot of time in bed due to their illness or condition. This is detrimental to their health and recovery. 60% of geriatric patients experience functional decline in hospital, which can mean a longer length of stay.

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

The Workshop – Bringing Joy to Patients in Recovery

The Workshop is a hidden gem within the walls of HSN. As part of the rehabilitation plan for patients who have had an amputation, spinal cord injury, or brain damage, the Workshop offers a space for patients to practice their coordination and memory skills as well as regain confidence in their abilities.

Friday, July 29, 2022

Stay safe this summer

Summer can be a time to unwind with friends and family, and it can also be a time when our Emergency Department sees a spike in traumatic injuries which could be prevented. We want you to stay safe this summer while enjoying the activities that you love.

Monday, July 11, 2022

Please note the following important reminders for Designated Care Partners and visitors when you arrive at the main entrance of the Ramsey Lake Health Centre

With the decreasing number of outbreaks, number of admitted patients and number of staff in COVID19 isolation at HSN, we are implementing some COVID policy changes for patients and visitors and Designated Care Partners. Remember that if you are showing signs and symptoms of COVID-19, have been instructed to quarantine by public health officials or in accordance with federal travel guidelines, please do not visit any patients at Health Sciences North.