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CBC
3 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Horizon CEO touts recruitment push, says nurse vacancies down to 61
A recent hiring spree has set Horizon Health up well for staffing, according to CEO Margaret Melanson, who says staffing-based closures are no longer an issue.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
N.B. health network announces five-year strategic plan
The Horizon Health Network has released a five-year plan they're calling a road map that will transform health care in New Brunswick through innovative solutions. In a news release, Horizon laid out four strategic pillars of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, 'Transforming Health Care Through Innovation,' that are intended to design the health-care system needed now and in the near future. They are: Transformative Community Care Excellence in Hospital Care Our People at Their Best Trusted Partner in Research and Innovation Horizon said it's committed to ensuring timely access to excellent hospital care by reducing wait times for surgery, medical imaging and emergency room visits. Other goals include supporting health-care workers in the province through a safe and inclusive work environment, and becoming recognized as a trusted partner in research and innovation. Emergency department An emergency department of a New Brunswick hospital is pictured. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) Horizon president and CEO Margaret Melanson said the health-care system will face new challenges over the next half decade. 'Our Strategic Plan reflects a commitment to redesign the way we deliver health care, working in close partnership with our patients, clients and communities, and supported by our dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and physicians,' said Melanson. 'Horizon will remain agile and adaptive as we work to meet the changing needs of New Brunswickers.' Horizon board chair Susan Harley said the plan aims to have a high-performance, transformational health-care system. 'This plan will build upon our previous work and outline how we will achieve our vision of providing exceptional care, every day,' said Harley. The plan was developed through engagement sessions and surveys which were completed by more than 1,400 physicians and staff of the health network. Several consultation sessions with health-care partners, community stakeholders and government partners were also conducted as well as a public survey completed by 214 people in the province. Harley said the input received will guide Horizon's initiatives up until 2030. 'We will continue to offer opportunities for New Brunswickers to provide their feedback and will report regularly on our progress as we advance and achieve our strategic goals,' said Harley. Harley and Melanson are scheduled to speak to the media later Thursday. More to come… Horizon Health The Moncton Hospital is pictured. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CBC
5 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Horizon Health leads Canada's first in-home cancer treatment trial
In a new cancer study led by Horizon Health oncologists, 15 to 20 New Brunswickers will receive in-home treatment for certain types of lung cancer. Dr. Mahmoud Abdelsalam says if the trial is successful, in-home treatment would benefit both patients and the health-care system.
CTV News
5 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Saint John, N.B., to host public information session on new housing strategy
Saint John mayor Donna Reardon is pictured announcing 'Neighbourly Homes' are coming to Saint John on May 21, 2025. (Avery MacRae, CTV Atlantic) A week after announcing plans to partner with 12 Neighbors Inc. for the construction of a pair of Neighbourly Homes communities in Saint John, N.B., the city is hosting a community information session. The two-hour session will offer residents a chance to ask questions of city staff and over 14 other community groups and agencies that support the city's homeless population. Agencies expected to be present include 12 Neighbors Inc., Saint John Police, Fresh Start Services, Horizon Health and the Human Development Council. City representatives said they will explain the city's 'Housing for All' strategy during the session, including 'Green Zone' designations and their part in creating opportunities for full-time housing. They said they will also explore the Neighbourly Homes model in greater detail. The session will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the multipurpose room of the Loch Lomond Villa. It is open to all members of the public. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CTV News
5 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Horizon Health launches first at-home lung cancer treatment in New Brunswick
The Horizon Health Network has launched Canada's first at-home cancer treatment in New Brunswick. The project, created in collaboration with Horizon, Roche Canada, the New Brunswick Extra-Mural Program and ResearchNB, allows patients diagnosed with certain types of lung cancer to receive Health Canada-authorized under-the-skin cancer immunotherapy at home. The first treatment in this program happened in New Brunswick last March. 'This trial marks a turning point in lung cancer care—bringing treatment from the hospital to patients' homes, where they are most comfortable,' said Dr. Abdelsalam, principal investigator of the initiative, in a news release. 'We are proud to lead this Canadian-first trial from New Brunswick, showing that innovation in health care can start right here at home, improving the quality of care for New Brunswickers.' The news release notes patients previously had to travel to infusion centres for intravenous cancer treatments, typically spending at least 30-to-60 minutes per visit. The new program reduces treatment time to roughly seven minutes. 'The reality is, if patients must leave their communities, take time off work, arrange childcare or organize transportation, it disrupts their lives significantly,' said Jennifer Sheils, Horizon's vice-president of strategy, transformation and chief innovation officer. 'They occupy IV therapy hospital chairs, require nursing and pharmacy resources and often face the challenge of travelling home while feeling unwell. These impacts extend beyond the treatment day and can affect their overall well-being and financial stability.' The program is expected to reduce pressure on infusion clinics, increase treatment capacity and potentially lower the overall costs per patient. Anyone interested in participating in the study can fill out a research application form on the Horizon website. More to come… Horizon Health Network A Horizon Health Network logo is pictured. (Laura Brown/CTV Atlantic) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
