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SMGH Auxiliary Gears Up for Annual Christmas Open House
The halls of Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital will soon be filled with festive cheer as the dedicated volunteers of the SMGH Auxiliary prepare to host their much-anticipated Christmas Open House from Wednesday, December 3 to Friday, December 5 . The Auxiliary has been working tirelessly behind the scenes for weeks to bring this beloved event to life. From assembling holiday wreaths to curating winter accessories, stocking stuffers, and unique gift items, their team has
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CommonWealth Financial to Light the Way for Patients and Families This Giving Tuesday
Patients and visitors arriving at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital (SMGH) on Giving Tuesday will be greeted with an act of generosity made possible by CommonWealth Financial . Members of the CommonWealth Financial team will be onsite early that morning , personally handing out the 500 free parking tickets to patients and visitors as they arrive. This thoughtful gift is expected to ease the burden for those coming to the hospital for appointments, emergencies, and to visi
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Honouring Our Vetrans: A Community United in Gratitude
As our community gathers on November 11 to honour Canada’s veterans, the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation is proud to recognize the courage, sacrifice, and service of all those who have worn our nation’s uniform. This Remembrance Day, Foundation CEO Michelle Hancock will lay a wreath at the Strathroy Cenotaph on behalf of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, donors, and volunteers. “It’s a privilege to stand with our community in remembrance,” says Hancock. “We
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Jessica's Story
For Jessica and her husband Mike, April 22, 2024, was one of the most magical and euphoric days of their lives. Their daughter, Dawn, was born in London, and they returned home as a new family of three. But within days, Jessica began to notice things weren’t right. Her legs swelled, her rings became tight, and she felt unusually unwell. Like many new moms, she assumed it was just part of recovery. Then came the cough — persistent, unexplained. On her mother’s advice, Jessica
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SMGH Patient Connection Program
Free TVs for Every Patient We believe every patient deserves comfort, connection, and dignity during their hospital stay. Something as...
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Keep Your Impact Moving Forward
Here's what you need to know following the announcment of the Canada Post strike.
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26th Annual MHA–SMGH Foundation Golf Classic: A Hole-in-One Day!
26th Annual MHA–SMGH Foundation Golf Classic: Thank you for joining us!
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Beyond the Glitches: An Inspiring Evening of Generosity
Matt Bellia, SMGHF Board Chair, highlights a year of impact and generosity.
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They were there - when every second counted...
I want to share a story that reminds me why the care at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital means so much to me and my family. It’s not...
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Thanks to You, Local Access to MRI is a Reality
We’re proud to share an exciting update from the Bill & Lynne Gray L.H. Gray & Son Limited Diagnostic Imaging Department, featuring the...
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Community Generosity Powers Opening of SMGH MRI SUITE
Major Donors, Senior Leadership, and MPP Celebrate the opening of the MRI Suite
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