News & stories

A new platform launching at Waterloo Regional Health Network and Brightshores Health System stands to modernize the traditional call bell system by prioritizing the urgency of patients’ requests and supporting nurses to deliver more responsive and personalized care.

Thanks to a unique partnership with Huron Digital Pathology, fueled by a $1M gift from The Savvas Chamberlain Family Foundation and further supported by OBIO®, Waterloo Regional Health Network officially celebrated the launch of the Digital Pathology program at a donor event on January 7.

Kicking off the New Year, St. Mary’s General Hospital and the YMCA of Three Rivers' Stratford location are partnering to open a new pacemaker clinic.

New Year’s Day was a busy and exciting time at Waterloo Regional Health Network, with ten babies born throughout the day. Among them, the first baby of the year was a baby girl born to Pewan and Anupriya.

Dr. Al Qahwash shares tips and insights on how to take care of our hearts, while keeping our driveways and sidewalks clear of snow.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month is a time to spotlight the challenges and advancements in managing and preventing one of the most common cancers.

Kitchener-Waterloo, ON – November 25 – Following an extensive search process, the University of Waterloo, St. Mary’s General Hospital and Waterloo Regional Health Network are pleased to announce Danina Kapetanovic as the first Vice President, Innovation and Chief Health Innovation Officer, starting on January 13, 2025.

November 20 marks COPD Awareness Day, a day focused on promoting key practices for maintaining lung health.

UPDATE: Due to Canada Post strike action, Waterloo Regional Health Network is working with courier services and insurance companies to avoid significant delays to billing.

On October 29, Waterloo Regional Health Network unveiled artwork by local Indigenous artist Luke Swinson. Championed by the Indigenous Employee Circle, the artwork features local birds found along the Grand River, reflecting the “ways in which the Grand River is life-giving and connected to Creation.”