Nova Scotia Health continues to activate provincial service escalation plan

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Nova Scotia Health’s escalation plan for ICU remains in place in response to a high demand for intensive care bed capacity.

In addition, Nova Scotia Health will now activate a provincial plan for bed allocation for inpatients within Nova Scotia Health facilities.

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As part of this plan, any inpatient, regardless of reason for admission, may be transferred to another facility based on level of care needed and available bed capacity.

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The decision to transfer patients will ensure safety and high-quality care for all patients.​

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Nova Scotia Health’s provincial health system has the capacity and specialized staff to provide safe and appropriate care for all those who will require it.

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Additional service reductions, including postponement of non-urgent surgeries, both in Central and other zones, may continue to be required so staff with the appropriate expertise are available to provide the required inpatient and intensive care around the province.