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Architects’ rendering of the new ED front entrance

Architects' rendering of new ED front canopy — Architects’ rendering of the new ED front entrance

November 13, 2020

Misericordia’s new ED progressing on time

Human trafficking

October 8, 2020

Human trafficking: the hidden pandemic

How our hospital teams watch for victims and help them

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September 28, 2020

Meeting the challenges of COVID

Healthcare teams work together to support patients and each other through the pandemic

Columbia Icefield rescue

September 21, 2020

Responding to a Code Orange

How hospitals prepare for mass casualty incidents

Bob Power, a volunteer at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital, is part of the screening team at the front doors of the hospital.

Front door screeners at Grey Nuns Community Hospital include volunteers — Bob Power, a volunteer at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital, is part of the screening team at the front doors of the hospital.

September 2, 2020

Welcoming volunteers back to hospitals

Lorna Loose lived through the 1918 Spanish flu and is now experiencing COVID-19

August 24, 2020

Living through two pandemics

Lorna Loose, 101, reflects on her experiences with Spanish flu and COVID-19

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August 21, 2020

Thanking Misericordia staff

Emergency responders show support and rejoin hospital colleagues after COVID-19 outbreak

Children visit St. Martha's Place

August 19, 2020

Creating a beautiful paper garden

Children’s window visits bring happiness to residents at St. Martha’s Place

COVID sleep

August 11, 2020

How the pandemic is affecting our sleep

Grey Nuns hospital psychiatrist shares how COVID-19 is impacting our sleep habits

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August 6, 2020

Overcoming the challenges of COVID-19 in long-term care

Healthcare teams work together to find solutions and support residents and families