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Maternity unit at Squamish Hospital, lacking staff, patients may be sent elsewhere

Vancouver areahealth authoritiessaid pregnant parents in Squamish, British Columbia. Theis referred to as the “temporary coverage gap” at Squamish General Hospital and may be diverted to other medical facilities in the region this month.

Vancouver Coastal Health announced a news release on Thursday, and patients giving birth in early July could be sent to Lions Gate Hospital, Richmond Hospital, St. Paul's Hospital, or British Columbia. Said there is. Women's hospital with appropriate obstetric care.

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Make the referral process as seamless as possible by helping local emergency operations centers move patients to other facilities.

Vancouver Coastal Health said he apologized for the confusion, understanding that the decision could raise concerns.

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Authorities say the move is temporary and is working to address service gaps, including current staff shortages. I am.

Such measures are said to include targeted recruitment and redesign of staffing models as needed.

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