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After 15 years in operation, the Kemptville District Hospital’s (KDH) mammography machine has reached the end of its life. The KDH Foundation is fundraising to purchase a new 3D mammography system, which offers the gold standard of care. KDH launched its mammography services in 2011 and since then, technology has
Read MoreThe United Counties of Leeds and Grenville have four new primary care physicians on the job. Dr. Pournamathi Kandeeswaran, Dr. Muhammad Saqib and Dr. Zohal Saiq have all relocated from the United Kingdom, while Dr. Ben Ladowski relocated from the United States. Kandeeswaran has been working at Brockville Family Medical
Read MoreUpper Canada Family Health announced late last month that its Unattached Patient Clinic in Mallorytown will be closing on Oct. 30. Ainsley Charles, executive director of Upper Canada Family Health, said in a statement that when the clinic opened in 2024, its mandate was to support the provincial priority of
Read MoreA career in health care doesn’t necessarily mean becoming a doctor or nurse, and Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) wants local high school students to see just how many options are available. The hospital is hosting its second annual ‘Explore a Future in Healthcare’ seminar for high school students interested in
Read MorePet therapy is now part of the weekly wellness offerings at Country Roads Community Health Centre. PAWS for A Break, held each Thursday at 11 a.m. in Portland, welcomes visitors to spend time with Elsa, a lovable golden retriever, and Harry, a laid-back terrier, who are both child-certified therapy dogs
Read MoreChuck’s Roadhouse on Parkedale Avenue in Brockville will require a follow-up inspection after a complaint-triggered inspection by the South East Health Unit (SEPH) identified one critical and two non-critical food safety infractions.
Read MoreHospitals and community health-care providers across Leeds and Grenville will receive nearly $1.5 million in provincial funding this year for critical infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving patient care and modernizing aging facilities, to help local hospitals and health organizations complete essential repairs and improvements.
Read MoreThe Ontario government is investing more than $4.3 million in Brockville General Hospital and Kemptville District Hospital aimed at supporting day-to-day operations, reducing wait times and helping to meet growing demand for care. The funding is part of a $1.1-billion investment in Ontario’s hospital sector, representing a four per cent
Read MoreKemptville District Hospital is taking a significant step toward reducing surgical wait times and improving access to care by creating additional operating room capacity through a strategic reorganization of services.
Read MoreFrom launching new at-home care programs to planning for future expansion, Brockville General Hospital (BGH) is celebrating a year marked by innovation, collaboration and continued investment in patient care. In a new report and Youtube video released on Friday, June 12, 2026, hospital leaders reflected on the organization’s achievements during
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