SOGH ER Closure Details Announced: Penticton Regional Hospital as New Hub

South Okanagan General Hospital's emergency room will be closed from 5 PM to 7 AM on Sunday, affecting patients needing immediate medical attention in the South Okanagan region. Patients requiring urgent care should seek help at Penticton Regional Hospital instead.

In response to the closure of its emergency room, South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) has advised patients that non-emergency health information can be accessed through HealthLink BC or via their website at www.HealthLinkBC.ca.

For those needing life-threatening emergencies, they should call 911. Inpatient services continue as usual at SOGH, ensuring ongoing support for other medical needs in the region.