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Fort St. James is facing a medical crisis as Northern Health cuts ER hours to avoid staff burnout, leaving residents without overnight or weekend care—until at least October. With 75 closures already this year and four weekend shutdowns since July, locals are scrambling for emergency help, often forced to travel hours to nearby cities. While Northern Health vows to restore 24/7 service, they’re relying on temporary doctors and aggressive recruitment efforts, with community leaders pitching the town’s charm to lure new physicians as early as September. Monthly updates promise hope—but for now, emergency care is being rationed.

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