The emergency department at the Port Hardy hospital will be closed overnight until Nov. 3 due to a shortage of nurses.
READ MORE:Between Nov. 1 and 3, the emergency department will be closed between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. All other inpatient services will continue as normal.
If someone is unsure if they are experiencing a medical emergency, they can call 811 24/7 to speak with a registered nurse.
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