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Should some rural ERs close permanently if better supports are in place?

Should some rural ERs close permanently if better supports are in place?

Physicians who spoke to CBC wonder whether better supports — including urgent care clinics and advanced paramedic care — could allow some rural ERs to close permanently to remedy chronic, sporadic shutdowns and inconsistent service.

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