"Patients and physicians would be much better served if virtual care was expanded to other areas in a way that is more consistent with what’s occurring in other provinces."

Increased disinfection between patients at its sites and the increased use of extensive personal protective equipment has also added to wait times, Naidoo said. 

Among other screening measures, all hospital and long-term care staff now must have their temperature taken when arriving for their shift.

The nurses in St. Boniface Hospital's emergency department say they're being overwhelmed by the number of patients and that the new renovations are only hindering their efforts.

Manitoba hit a new high for flu vaccinations, with nearly 25 per cent of people in the province getting their shot.

A new study out of the University of Manitoba shows children's health outcomes can be closely predicted by the income bracket they grow up in.

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority says a trifecta of seasonal illnesses has stretched the health care system extremely thin.

Brian Pallister admits not everyone likes the changes he has made in healthcare, but the Manitoba Progressive Conservative leader says it is necessary and to expect more shifts in care if he is re-elected Premier next week.

A former Manitoba nurse says the massive health care overhaul is happening too fast and patients are getting the short end of the stick when it comes to care.

Despite calls from the nurses union to hold back on health care changes, Manitoba's government will proceed anyway.