Lack of pediatric services preventing family from returning to the Okanagan
Global NewsFriday, June 27, 2025 at 1:41:59 AM
A family is unable to move back to the Okanagan because of the region's shrinking pediatric healthcare services. Their son, Henry, got sick just as the local hospital's pediatric ward was closing—forcing them to reconsider their plans due to the lack of reliable care for kids.
Editor’s Note: This isn't just about one family—it's a sign of how rural and mid-sized communities are struggling to keep essential services running. When hospitals cut back on pediatric care, families with young kids face tough choices: stay and risk inadequate care, or leave for better options. It’s a growing problem that could push more people out of smaller towns.
— Curated via WP Now’s
