Emergency Room at 100 Mile House Hospital to Close Tuesday

URGENT UPDATE: The emergency room at 100 Mile House District General Hospital will be closed on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.. This significant disruption means that patients will not have access to emergency care for the majority of the day.

According to a news release from Interior Health, individuals requiring emergency services are advised to go to Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake. This closure comes shortly after similar interruptions on Sunday evening and for much of Monday.

Residents are urged to seek immediate medical attention for life-threatening issues such as chest pains, difficulty breathing, or severe bleeding. In these cases, calling 911 is crucial for transport to the nearest available facility.

Despite the emergency room closure, all other inpatient services at 100 Mile House District General Hospital will continue to operate as normal. Community members are encouraged to plan accordingly and remain vigilant about their health needs.

This developing situation raises concerns about public health access in the region. Local authorities stress the importance of having alternate plans for emergency care during these extended closures.

Stay tuned for further updates as the situation unfolds.