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Province to expand newborn screening programs The Government of Saskatchewan is adding four medical conditions to the screening program administered to newborn babies by the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). The routine tests identify infants with certain medical conditions that could require medical intervention, which can lead to greater opportunities for treatment and supportive care. “Our government is pleased to announce expanded screening for certain childhood conditions that have viable medical treatments available,” Health Minister Paul Merriman said. “With province-wide testing, we can detect more of these medical conditions than ever before. A modernized universal newborn screening program consistent with best practices across Canada helps us identify opportunities for early interventions, treatment and supportive care.” The targeted provincial funding will expand the Universal Newborn Screening Program to include: • Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) - a rare
neuromuscular disorder caused by a genetic defect that can lead to impaired mobility, swallowing and breathing, and may result in early death. • Hemoglobinopathies (including Sickle Cell disease) - inherited blood disorders that affect red blood cells and can cause infections, including life-threatening pneumococcal infections in infants with Sickle Cell disease. • A marker for hearing loss (Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV)) which is relatively frequent and is the most common cause of acquired congenital hearing loss. • Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) - caused by genetic defects, characterized by the lack of a functioning immune system. The program will enable families to receive earlier diagnoses and treatment. Implementation has already started and will be phased in, with full implementation for the four conditions later this year. The recent availability of medications for SMA
means that a newborn now has early treatment options for the otherwise degenerative and life-threatening symptoms. Treatments for SMA are more likely to be effective if they are introduced early in the course of the disease. As part of the panCanadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA), Saskatchewan has reached an agreement for Zolgensma and Evrysdi, two new medications used to treat SMA. The province will be announcing coverage of these new treatments in the coming weeks. Spinraza is also currently available as an eligible benefit in Saskatchewan for patients with SMA who meet certain medical criteria. “We are delighted to be able to expand the conditions that will be covered with our Newborn Screening panel,” Clinical Molecular Genetics and Genomics PhD Dr. Nick Antonishyn said. “Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for better outcomes for Saskatchewan newborns and this speaks directly to our continual goal to improve diagnostic testing to align with the
delivery of safe and highquality health care.” “Muscular Dystrophy Canada applauds Saskatchewan for recognizing that growing evidence shows the profound impact newborn screening has on the quality of lives of children born with SMA and their families,” Muscular Dystrophy Canada CEO Stacey Lintern said. “Evidence shows that for children affected
by SMA, promising outcomes are possible with a timely diagnosis and early access to specialized care and treatment.” Patient/Family Advocate Lindsay Williamson knows the importance of newborn screening after her son Mason was diagnosed with SMA. They relocated to Saskatchewan during pregnancy before the screening was expanded and are pleased to
see these conditions added for routine tests. “Newborns with these health conditions will now be diagnosed much faster with less additional testing, which simplifies the process for families during a stressful situation,” Williamson said. “Now that the province has this newborn screening in place, a diagnosis is immediate which greatly shortens the path to treatment.”
Fife Lake Hotel holds fundraiser Continued from front page Said Gail, after the miraculous, yet exhausting event: “I would like to thank the Kinsmen Telemiracle organization, Kelly Clarke and Mason Richard
- our auctioneers - and everyone who purchased and donated items for this very worthy cause. Without these caring and generous folks, none of this would have happened!”
NEWS FLASH: “Ditto to you, Gail and Lawson Harkness.” Without you, none of this would ever have happened. You’re a shining example of what caring and community are all about.
SaskTel to waive fees for residents to call family in Ukraine In response to the situation in Ukraine, SaskTel today announced it will waive a number of fees to ensure its customers can connect with family and friends most impacted by the situation. “In times like these, it’s important that we come together and support those in our community who are impacted by the tragic events unfolding in Ukraine,” said Don Morgan, Minister Responsible for SaskTel. “To the
thousands of UkrainianCanadian families that call our province home, please know that Saskatch ewan stands with you and Ukraine.” Effective immediately and until March 31, 2022, SaskTel will automatically waive all: • Long-distance charges for SaskTel wireless (postpaid and prepaid), landline, and business calls made from Canada to Ukraine. • International text
messaging fees for text messages sent from Canada to Ukraine. • Roaming charges for calls, texts, and data overages for customers currently in Ukraine.
Curtis Bartlett from Big Beaver. Proud Cinnamon Bun owner
Fundraiser crowd
Item Donations
Main Street Fife Lake
Photo by Wes Bloom
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The local spin exercise class did their part to help with Telemiracle 46 this year. The spin-a-thon telemiracle raised $11,753 this year. TOWN OF ASSINIBOIA PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Assiniboia intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 02/14, known as the Zoning Bylaw.
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Proposed Bylaw 03/22 INTENT: The proposed Bylaw 03/22 will amend the Bylaw 02/14 reducing the setback for mobile home sites from 5 m (16 ft) to 2 m (6.5 ft) and also, changing the rear setback for accessory buildings from 1.5 m (5 ft) to 0.75 m (2.5 ft) where the accessory building has no vehicle door. REASON: • To amend the Zoning Bylaw for to allow for larger mobile homes • To maximize rear yard space when placing accessory buildings with no vehicle door. PUBLIC INSPECTION: The bylaw may be inspected by any persons at the Assiniboia Town Office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays and online at www.assiniboia.net. Copies are available at cost. PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on March 22th at 7:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers at the Asaskan Complex at 131 Third Avenue West to hear any person or group who wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or that are delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office by 4:00 p.m. on the Thursday before the hearing. Dated at the Town of Assiniboia, in the Province of Saskatchewan the 4th day of March, 2022 Clint Mauthe Chief Administrative Officer/ Development Officer Town of Assiniboia