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Second COVID-19 boosters offered for people aged 50 and over
Second COVID-19 boosters will be available to Yukoners who are aged 50 and over starting May 13.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services on National Nursing Week
Minister of Health and Social Services has issued a statement to recognize National Nursing Week
The Yukon Midwifery Program to launch in early July 2022
The Yukon Midwifery Program will begin to provide integrated care during pregnancy, birth, and post-partum for Yukoners starting early July.
The Novavax Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine is now available
Novavax, a non-mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, is now available to all Yukoners 18 years of age and older.
Statement on National Immunization Awareness Week from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee
A statement on National Immunization Awareness Week from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee.
Nominations open for mental health and addictions care award
Nominations are now open for the Council of the Federation Award for Innovation in Mental Health and Addictions Care.
The Yukon to improve access to ophthalmology care
Government of Yukon to increase funding for Yukon Hospital Corporation’s Ophthalmology Program to reduce wait times and increase cataract surgeries and assessments in the Yukon.
Long-term care COVID-19 outbreak declared at Whistle Bend Place
The Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health (OCMOH) declares a COVID-19 outbreak at Whistle Bend Place.
Act to Amend the Child and Family Services Act to be implemented
Amended legislation will address the over-representation of Indigenous children in care and improve outcomes for all children, youth and families in the child welfare system.
Statement from Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kancir on assessing your COVID-19 risk during Easter
Use your COVID sense and assess your risk this Easter.