What is Newfoundland and Labrador HealthLine and how does it work?
This toll-free line will give Newfoundlanders and Labradorians access to health information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, no matter where you live. HealthLine nurses will provide two different services: 1. Assess a caller’s symptoms or health condition and advise the caller on next steps such as whether they should visit an emergency department, see their physician or another health care provider, administer first aid or other steps. 2. Provide health information or direct the caller to an automated library of recorded health information. Do not call HealthLine if it’s an emergency situation. Always call your local emergency number or 911, where available. Why has this service been introduced? The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is continually trying to ensure that health care is more accessible for each and every Newfoundlander and Labradorian. The provincial HealthLine service will: – complement existing health care services – facilitate use of most appropriate health servic
