Premiers to Hold Virtual News Conference on Struggling Children’s Hospitals

Premiers to Hold Virtual News Conference on Struggling Children’s Hospitals
A sign directing visitors to the emergency department is shown at CHEO, May 15, 2015 in Ottawa. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
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Canada’s premiers plan to hold a news conference in Winnipeg today as children’s hospitals struggle to deal with a wave of child illnesses.

Hospitals across the country have been cancelling some surgeries and appointments as they redirect staff amid an increase in pediatric patients.