Language

Google Translate Disclaimer

A number of pages on the Government of Saskatchewan's website have been professionally translated in French. These translations are identified by a yellow box in the right or left rail that resembles the link below. The home page for French-language content on this site can be found at:

Renseignements en Français

Where an official translation is not available, Google™ Translate can be used. Google™ Translate is a free online language translation service that can translate text and web pages into different languages. Translations are made available to increase access to Government of Saskatchewan content for populations whose first language is not English.

Software-based translations do not approach the fluency of a native speaker or possess the skill of a professional translator. The translation should not be considered exact, and may include incorrect or offensive language. The Government of Saskatchewan does not warrant the accuracy, reliability or timeliness of any information translated by this system. Some files or items cannot be translated, including graphs, photos and other file formats such as portable document formats (PDFs).

Any person or entities that rely on information obtained from the system does so at his or her own risk. Government of Saskatchewan is not responsible for any damage or issues that may possibly result from using translated website content. If you have any questions about Google™ Translate, please visit: Google™ Translate FAQs.

Planning Underway For A Hemodialysis Unit In Meadow Lake

Released on March 11, 2020

Residents in northwest Saskatchewan will soon have improved access to hemodialysis and kidney wellness services.  The Saskatchewan Health Authority is moving forward with plans for construction of a six-station hemodialysis unit in Meadow Lake.

“The new hemodialysis unit in Meadow Lake will expand dialysis capacity in central and northern Saskatchewan, and will make it easier for patients in the northwest region to access this service,” Trade and Export Development Minister and Meadow Lake MLA Jeremy Harrison said on behalf of the Minister Responsible for Rural and Remote Health Warren Kaeding.  “We are bringing this life-sustaining treatment closer to home so patients won’t have to travel long distances to receive these important health services.”

Currently, patients in central and northern Saskatchewan travel to Saskatoon or other sites for this treatment if unable to access the service at a satellite dialysis site closer to their home community.  The new 2,300 square foot hemodialysis unit will be developed on the second floor of Meadow Lake Hospital, adjacent to the outpatient services, and will provide treatment to 12 patients.  In addition to hemodialysis, the unit will provide kidney wellness services.

“Planning is well underway and we are excited to begin the development of this new hemodialysis unit,” Saskatchewan Health Authority Executive Director of Infrastructure Management Derek Miller said.  “On average, hemodialysis treatments can last for about four hours and are done three to four times per week so we want to create a well-functioning space for our patients that is welcoming and comforting while they receive treatment.”

The provincial government allocated funding of $700,000 in 2019-20 to support the capital costs associated with the project.  Additional funding will be provided in 2020-21 for further capital expenditures and operating costs.  The estimated construction cost is approximately $1.4 million.

A Request for Proposal for design services will be issued in the coming weeks.  Construction is expected to begin by summer with a target completion date in winter 2020.

-30-

For more information, contact:

Colleen Book
Health
Regina 
Phone: 306-787-4083
Email: media@health.gov.sk.ca

Doug Dahl
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Prince Albert
Phone: 306-765-6409
Email: Doug.Dahl@saskhealthauthority.ca

We need your feedback to improve saskatchewan.ca. Help us improve