Chesley Hospital Emergency Department closure 2023Source: South Bruce Grey Health Centre / Facebook
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Staffing issues affect Chesley Emergency Department

Another local emergency department is impacted by the lack of staff.

The Chesley Emergency Department will be closed Tuesday, June 20. It will re-open Wednesday, June 21 at 7 a.m.

The South Bruce Grey Health Centre is reminding anyone needing immediate medical attention to call 911. Ambulances will take patients to the nearest open department.

The closest emergency departments to Chesley are:

Hanover - 19 km

Walkerton - 25 km

Durham - 36 km

Markdale - 44 km

Owen Sound - 46 km

Kincardine - 60 km

Mount Forest - 60 km

Palmerston - 60 km

If you have healthcare needs that aren't urgent, Health Connect Ontario is available 24/7. They can be contacted by calling 811.

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