Health care facilities and services
The attached medical clinic is run by a full time Nurse Practitioner along with Locum doctors that service the clinic. Office hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Health Centre has nine acute care beds, 1 palliative and 2 respite beds, and 28 longterm care beds. It also houses offices for community-based staff including home care, public health and visiting therapies. A dietician is also available. The Health Centre provides the following services to Big River and area:
For more information about healthcare services visit the health region web site.
The community of Big River also has a group of trained First Responders. Prescription Works Pharmacy is also located at the Health Centre, and is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ph: 469-2137 |

Upcoming Events
- First Day of Classes - Sept 1st
- Farmer's Markets - Wednesdays and Saturdays 10:00-2:00
- Flea Markets - Fridays 12:00-4:00
- Day Camp Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00
Health Care
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