July 28, 2026

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In this issue:

  • Mobile CT unit to ensure continued access to imaging services at Saskatoon City Hospital
  • Stay safe during summer heat and wildfire smoke
  • How building relationships is the first step to supporting recovery
  • Complete the Hospital Security and Protective Services survey
  • Medication Safety Team - July newsletter
  • Printing Services forms and contact changes
  • Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement
  • Home Care Information System (HCIS) - Popcorn Learning Sessions
  • Foundations for Anti-Racism Training - Prince Albert and Nipawin
  • Belonging, Diversity, and Inclusion - Microaggressions vs. Microaffirmations
  • Library Lunch and Learns
  • NEW: Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP)
  • SASKPIC 2026 Fall Education Conference
  • Continuing Medical Education - Webinars, Conferences, and Courses

 Public Service Announcements and News Releases

Mobile CT unit to ensure continued access to imaging services at Saskatoon City Hospital

Patients at Saskatoon City Hospital will continue to have access to CT imaging services during the replacement of the hospital's CT scanner through the use of a temporary mobile imaging unit.

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Stay safe during summer heat and wildfire smoke

Higher temperatures and extreme summer heat throughout the province can be dangerous for people in Saskatchewan. Take steps to prepare yourself for the next heat wave and reduce your risk of wildfire smoke.

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 SHA CARES - Living our Values

The first step in connecting someone with recovery care can be as simple as a cup of coffee or a warm welcome.

โ€œYou donโ€™t come in the front door and give out your story,โ€ said Pattie Draude, a manager with Mental Health and Addictions Services in Melfort.

โ€œIt takes time.โ€

โ–ถ๏ธWatch CARES video๐ŸŒ View full CARES story

 Provide Your Feedback

Complete the Hospital Security and Protective Services survey

Submit by: August 5, 2026

As part of the independent, third-party review of hospital safety and security announced by the Ministry of Health, all Saskatchewan Health Authority employees are invited to voluntarily participate in the Hospital Security and Protective Services survey.

The survey is being conducted and administered by Buckingham Security Services Ltd. and is completely confidential. All survey responses go directly to Buckingham Security Services Ltd.

The scope of the review includes hospital and health centres, safety assessments, the legislative and regulatory environment, jurisdictional scanning, service delivery analysis, training and competency standards, tools and infrastructure, and stakeholder engagement.

The review will not involve detailed investigations of individual incidents, ongoing investigations, or processes currently underway or already completed.

Your experiences and perspectives are valuable in shaping the final report.

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Complete survey ๐Ÿ“„ Poster

 Staff Information 

Medication Safety Team - July newsletter

The SHA Medication Safety Team is excited to connect with you in providing essential medication safety information through our bi-monthly newsletters. Our mission is to equip and empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to manage medications safely while fostering a culture of safety. The newsletters will cover updates on clinical and patient safety guidelines, raise awareness of medication risks, address safety challenges, and promote Just Culture.

Our team consists of experts from various health-care fields and experiences to engage in medication safety efforts. We are authoritative resources on organizational medication safety-related evidence, information, and knowledge. Weโ€™re here to help and support you in your journey toward safe and effective medication management.
Thank you for being a part of our commitment to increasing safety literacy and improving medication safety!

๐Ÿ“„July Newsletter

Printing Services forms and contact changes

 SHA Printing Services, forms and non-clinical form revisions have moved to a new Sharepoint site. 

Our email has also changed to PrintingServices@saskhealthauthority.ca.

Phone numbers remain the same:

  • Regina Printing Services - 306-766-5290
  • North Battleford Printing Services - 306-446-6833

 Clinical Documentation

Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement

A new provincial CS-CP-0110 Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement (CSWD) clinical procedure is now available to support the safe assessment, clinical decision-making, and performance of CSWD across Saskatchewan healthcare settings.

This clinical procedure provides guidance on:

  • When Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement is appropriate.
  • Who is qualified to perform the procedure.
  • Required education and competency expectations for healthcare providers.
  • Documentation requirements, care planning considerations, and safe practice guidance across healthcare settings.

For questions, please contact clinicalstandards@saskhealthauthority.ca.

 Events and Professional Development

Home Care Information System (HCIS) - Popcorn Learning Sessions

๐Ÿ“… July 28, 29, 30 ๐Ÿ“ Virtual ๐Ÿ“„Poster ๐ŸŒSharePoint site

Belonging, Diversity, and Inclusion - Microaggressions vs. Microaffirmations

๐Ÿ“…August 13, 20 ๐Ÿ•‘ 12 - 1 p.m. ๐Ÿ“ Virtual ๐ŸŒRegister

Library Lunch and Learns

๐Ÿ“…August 13, 25, September 10 ๐Ÿ•‘ 12 - 12:30 p.m.๐Ÿ“ Virtual ๐ŸŒRegister

Foundations for Anti-Racism Training

๐Ÿ“… August 26, September 2, 8  ๐Ÿ•‘ 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.๐Ÿ“Prince Albert ๐ŸŒRegister

๐Ÿ“… August 27, September 3, 10 ๐Ÿ•‘ 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.๐Ÿ“Nipawin ๐ŸŒRegister

Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative Care (LEAP)

๐Ÿ“… September 3  ๐Ÿ•‘ 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.๐Ÿ“Virtual ๐ŸŒRegister

SASKPIC 2026 Fall Education Conference

๐Ÿ“…September 18 ๐Ÿ•‘ 8 a.m.  - 4:30 p.m.๐Ÿ“ Saskatoon, SK ๐ŸŒRegister 

Continuing Medical Education - Webinars, Conferences, and Courses

Webinars
๐Ÿ“…September 17 - Post COVID-19 Condition Webinar Series 

Conferences
๐Ÿ“…September 17 - 19 - CanREACH-SK PPP Mini-Fellowship 

Online Courses
๐Ÿ“…September 1 - Physician Billing 
๐Ÿ“…September 23 - Is your patient fit to drive?   
๐Ÿ“…September 23 - Building an Awareness of Cultural Humility 
๐Ÿ“…September 23 - The Role of Practitioners in Indigenous Wellness

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