Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone

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Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone

Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinics have these upcoming clinic dates:

Cobequid Community Health Centre

40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville

Saturday, April 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Dartmouth Mobile Primary Care Clinic

380 Portland Street (Dartmouth South Primary Care Clinic)

Saturday, April 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Please note, these clinics operate on a first come, first served basis.

These are drop-in clinics. You will be asked the reason for your visit to ensure we are able to treat your concern. If we are able to help you, you will be screened for acute viral respiratory infection and given an approximate appointment time.

This is a temporary service to provide an appropriate primary care setting for an increased number of people with mild or moderate health concerns. Have your health card and a list of medications ready upon arrival. Care will be provided using a team approach, which includes nurse practitioners and family physicians.

This clinic is not a substitute for your primary care provider (doctor or nurse practitioner). If you have a primary care provider, we encourage you to call their office first to see if they have any same-day appointments. There are times when you may not be able to see your primary care provider, or you do not have a primary care provider. This clinic is an excellent option in that case.

Your patience is greatly appreciated as we aim to provide you the best possible care.

The clinic can only address non-urgent, low-acuity health issues and is not an emergency service. See a list of the types of concerns below if you are unsure where to go.

Types of concerns that may be addressed at the mobile primary care clinic include:

• Prescription refills or renewals (except for controlled substances)
• Minor respiratory symptoms
• Sore throat
• Earaches
• Fever
• Headache
• Rashes
• Minor gastrointestinal concerns (vomiting and diarrhea)
• Cough, flu, or cold symptoms
• Urinary tract infections
• Muscle pain

Lab or diagnostic imaging requisitions will not be part of the mobile service.

Please visit an emergency department if you are experiencing an emergency.

Anyone with urgent medical needs should call 911.

Please note other options for care:

• Nova Scotians can now access VirtualCareNS, which provides free, temporary access to primary health care. Visit www.virtualcarens.ca to register or request a virtual visit. VirtualCareNS is not an emergency service.
• For general health advice and information call 811, a service offered 24/7 by experienced registered nurses.
• The provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line can also be reached 24/7 by calling 1-888-429-8167.
• Additional information and local resources are available through www.YourHealthNS.ca.
• We will keep communities updated as future dates and additional community locations are determined or if there are changes to the current schedule.

Additional information can be found at https://www.nshealth.ca/mobileprimarycareclinics.

Do you have a COVID-19 symptom? Get tested right away! Early detection is key when it comes to being considered for COVID-19 medication. Please complete the Report and Support form when you book a PCR test or have a positive rapid test.

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Public Health continues to support measles vaccination in Central Zone Central Zone Public Health will continue to offer enhanced access to measles vaccination for those who are eligible throughout April. The following vaccines will be available at the clinics below: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV) Measles, Mumps Rubella (MMR) These clinics are open to the public and welcome drop-ins, no appointments needed. More details about these and other vaccine clinics across the province can be found at www.nshealth.ca/public-health-immunization-clinics. Public Health Mobile Unit is also supporting measles vaccination in Western Zone; find out more at www.nshealth.ca/PHMU. Routine vaccines are also available for free through primary care providers and participating pharmacies. Upcoming Clinics (Dates have been corrected): Halifax West High School 283 Thomas Raddall Dr., Halifax Saturday, April 12 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Millwood High School 141 Millwood Dr., Middle Sackville Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. JL Ilsley High School 138 Sylvia Ave., Halifax Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. St. Agnes Jr. High School 6981 Mumford Rd., Halifax Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Additional Resources: Contact your local Public Health office: www.nshealth.ca/public-health Learn more about free, routine vaccines: www.nshealth.ca/immunizations Learn more about measles vaccination: www.nshealth.ca/measles Call 1-833-797-7772 to find clinics in your area Check your immunization records by downloading the YourHealthNS app or visiting https://vaxrecordns.nshealth.ca View a full list of routine vaccine schedules to see if you are eligible for a vaccine: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/cdpc/documents/Routine-Immunization-Schedules-for-Children-Youth-Adults.pdf Information for all Public Health clinics: Please bring your health card with you, if you have one. Immunization clinics are healthcare environments. Masks are required and will be offered upon entry to the clinic. Clinics may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

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