By Steven Sukkau, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Winnipeg Sun Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) has added seven new nurse practitioners to its primary health-care team, strengthening access to services in communities across western Manitoba. The additions come as Manitoba prepares to recognize Nurse Practitioner Day on Nov. 18, celebrating the contributions of nurse practitioners (NPs) to health care throughout the province. As of October 2026, PMH has 37 nurse practitioners serving communities across the region, providing care in both rural and urban settings. The seven recent graduates of the University of Manitoba’s Master of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner program have taken positions at clinics and health facilities throughout the region. Branden Howe will serve Birdtail Sioux First Nation and Keeseekoowenin Ojibway First Nation through PMH’s mobile clinic. Brianne Frykas and Jarret McKinnon…
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