Jonquière Hospital X-Ray Services Closed Feb 26, 2026 – CIUSSS Notice
- Residents of Jonquière, Quebec, should anticipate temporary disruptions to x-ray services at the Jonquière Hospital on February 26, 2026.
- The CIUSSS emphasizes the importance of this maintenance work in ensuring the continued quality and safety of diagnostic imaging services offered to the community.
- The health authority is proactively requesting that individuals with non-urgent x-ray appointments scheduled for February 26th postpone their appointments.
Residents of Jonquière, Quebec, should anticipate temporary disruptions to x-ray services at the Jonquière Hospital on . The CIUSSS du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, the regional health authority, has announced that x-ray services will be unavailable for non-urgent, external requests on that date to facilitate essential preventative maintenance on one of the hospital’s x-ray machines.
The CIUSSS emphasizes the importance of this maintenance work in ensuring the continued quality and safety of diagnostic imaging services offered to the community. While routine external x-ray appointments will be impacted, the hospital will maintain the capacity to perform urgent x-ray examinations using a secondary device. This ensures that patients requiring immediate diagnostic imaging will continue to receive necessary care.
The health authority is proactively requesting that individuals with non-urgent x-ray appointments scheduled for postpone their appointments. The CIUSSS has stated that those with existing appointments will be contacted directly to reschedule. Regular x-ray services are expected to resume on .
This temporary service interruption comes amidst ongoing challenges within the regional healthcare system. Recent reports indicate fluctuating wait times at local hospital emergency departments. As of , the Hôpital et centre de réadaptation de Jonquière reported an 81% occupancy rate in its emergency department, with patients experiencing an average wait time of 5 hours and 44 minutes in the waiting room and 13 hours and 7 minutes for those awaiting a bed on a stretcher. These figures, while providing a snapshot of current conditions, can vary significantly based on a multitude of factors, and should not be used as the sole determinant in choosing an emergency department.
The CIUSSS du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean provides a wide range of healthcare services to the region, encompassing areas such as cancer care, surgery, chronic pain management, pregnancy and childbirth, mental health support, and palliative care. The organization also offers telehealth services, providing virtual access to healthcare professionals. A new podcast, “Discussions de corridors,” has recently been launched by the CIUSSS, aiming to provide insights into the workings of the regional health and social services system.
For individuals requiring urgent medical attention, the CIUSSS directs patients to the Point de service local in Chicoutimi, located at 930 rue Jacques-Cartier Est. However, it’s important to note that the Point de service local in Jonquière is currently experiencing a temporary closure due to a technical issue. The CIUSSS is working to restore full functionality as quickly as possible, but is advising individuals to postpone non-urgent prelevments (sample collections) until services are fully restored.
The temporary closure of the Jonquière Point de service local and the planned maintenance on the hospital’s x-ray machine highlight the ongoing need for infrastructure investment and preventative maintenance within the regional healthcare system. While disruptions are unavoidable, the CIUSSS is taking steps to minimize the impact on patient care by maintaining capacity for urgent cases and proactively communicating with affected individuals.
The CIUSSS du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean offers a variety of resources for patients and the public, including information on preparing for hospital visits, accessing mental health support, and navigating the healthcare system. Information regarding patient rights, complaints, and access to health information is also readily available through the CIUSSS website. Individuals seeking assistance can also find support for specific needs, such as intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, homelessness, and substance use disorders.
The health authority also emphasizes the importance of preventative care and offers programs for disease prevention and control, including vaccination and screening initiatives. The Escouade régionale en santé mentale positive, a regional mental health positive squad, is also available to promote mental well-being within the community.