January 12, 2022

Health centre closes in Manitoba town, leaving residents travelling over 100km for care

The small town of Leaf Rapids in northern Manitoba has closed its only health centre, leaving some residents travelling hundreds of kilometres for health care. According to the Northern Regional Health Authority, the centre closed due to staffing issues.

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