Well-Water Testing Kits Free for Wildfire Evacuees
**** CNS Media Release Well-Water Testing Kits Free for Wildfire Evacuees —————————————————– The Province is urging people who have wells and live in the areas that were evacuated because of wildfires to take steps to make sure their drinking water is safe. Wildfires can damage wells and impact drinking water. Starting Tuesday, June 6, people ...
Municipal fires and impacts update – June 3, 9:15 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Municipal fires and impacts update – June 3, 9:15 a.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of the following updates and impacts to municipal services as a result of the ongoing fires. Monitoring the situation The status of the evacuation zone continues to be assessed and an update ...
Continued Mental Health and Addictions supports for residents
**** NSHA Media Release Continued Mental Health and Addictions supports for residents Nova Scotia Health is continuing to offer immediate mental health and wellness support, and resource navigation to people impacted by wildfires. People can speak with Mental Health and Addictions clinicians located at: Shelburne Comfort Centre, 63 King St., Shelburne Community Centre, 9 a.m. to ...
Puppy power! Therapy dogs take to the Tantallon fire command post
Puppy power! HRFE Capt Thompson is at the command center for the fire in Tantallon wildfire and their presence is most definitely welcome. Therapy animals provide a calming effect and their unconditional love and friendly demeanor spreads through a stressful environment fast. Siren and Bishop continue a long tradition of therapy dog service with Capt ...
SHELBURNE, N.S. – All Roseway Hospital inpatients have been evacuated and the site is closed due to threat of the encroaching wildfires
**** NSHA Media Release Roseway Hospital inpatients evacuated -Emergency department and other services halted SHELBURNE, N.S. – All Roseway Hospital inpatients have been evacuated and the site is closed due to threat of the encroaching wildfires. Fifteen inpatients are being transferred to South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater and Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital in Lunenburg. Some ...
UPDATE: Mobile primary care clinic for those displaced by Tantallon/Hammonds Plains fire
**** NSHA Media Release UPDATE: Mobile primary care clinic for those displaced by Tantallon/Hammonds Plains fire NOTE NEW DATES AND TIME BELOW Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has opened a drop-in clinic for those displaced by the Tantallon/Hammonds Plains fire. Canada Games Comfort Centre 26 Thomas Raddall Dr., Halifax Thursday, June 1 from 9 ...
Update – Special air quality statement
Update – Special air quality statement ***” Info via Environment Canada Wildfire smoke is reducing local air quality. Locations: near Upper Tantallon and Hammonds Plains in western Halifax County Locations: Shelburne county near Barrington Lake. Short range wind forecast: wind increasing to southwesterly 30 with gusts to near 60 km/h this afternoon. Winds becoming light ...
Nova Scotia Health Mental Health and Addictions supports residents
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health Mental Health and Addictions supports residents Nova Scotia Health is here to listen and support residents in this difficult time. Mental Health and Addictions has a variety of mental health and addictions programs and services available. People in Nova Scotia can text HopeNS to 393939 to subscribe for six months of supportive ...
Carnegy Animal Hospital will be offering a free support group to anyone coping with the stress of missing pets that are the result of the recent Nova Scotia fires
Via Carnegy Animal Hospital In light of our provinces tragic and devastating wild fires, please share with anyone you know who has lost, or is missing their pet. 🐾 No one should be left alone to deal with the worry and stress of missing pets. 🐾 Carnegy Animal Hospital will be offering a free support ...
This was sent to us from a trusted source and is a very generous offer to help first responders involved with the current fires
This was sent to us from a trusted source and is a very generous offer to help first responders involved with the current fires. “My friend is a registered social worker and is offering her help to the families of the first responders.” Check the image for more information ...
All residents and businesses who have been required to evacuate must register with 311
Via HRM All residents and businesses who have been required to evacuate must register with 311 by filling out the online form. Staff will follow up with those who have registered when more information becomes available. https://www.halifax.ca/fire-police/fire/emergency-management/fires-tantallon-hammonds-plains/wildfires-evacuee-registration ...
Alert issued in Bedford
Alert issued Fire and potential ammonia leak Due to a wildfire and potential ammonia leak, there is a mandatory evacuation ordered for the following streets in Bedford: Olive St, Bernard St, Estelle St, Lewis St, Famers Dairy, Giles, Bluewater Rd, Topsail, Command, Gary Martin, Lasalle, Castlestone, and Hammonds Plains Rd from intersection of Giles to ...
Blue-green algae sightings have started
Via Department of Environment & Climate Change Blue-green algae sightings have started We have a suspected sighting of blue-green algae in Lake Echo near 493 Ponderosa Dr. If you think you see blue-green algae, don’t touch it, swim or play in it, or drink the water. Be alert, know what to look for and learn ...
NS Health launches free mental health and wellness Text4HopeNS tool to support those affected by wildfires
**** NSHA Media Release NS Health launches free mental health and wellness Text4HopeNS tool to support those affected by wildfires Nova Scotia Health’s Mental Health and Addictions program, in collaboration with the QEII Foundation and the Global Psychological eHealth Foundation, is launching a supportive text message tool today for any Nova Scotian affected by the ...
How to Help During the Wildfires
**** EMO Release How to Help During the Wildfires We know Nova Scotians are looking for ways to help the communities impacted by the wildfire. #NSFire Right now, the needs of evacuated families are being met by the Canadian Red Cross and other organizations. At this time, please do not donate food, clothing or household ...
St. Margaret’s Bay blood collection clinic closed, patients redirected
**** NSHA Media Release St. Margaret’s Bay blood collection clinic closed, patients redirected St. Margaret’s Bay Blood Collection, 5110 St Margaret’s Bay Rd, suite 204, Upper Tantallon will be closed Wednesday, May 31 due to smoke in the building and loss of all internet applications related to the ongoing fire situation in that area. Signage has ...
Update – Special air quality statement remains in effect
Update ***** Info via Environment Canada Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. Smoke from wildfire may be reducing local air quality. Locations: near Tantallon in Halifax Metro County Locations: southwestern Nova Scotia near Clyde River. Short range wind forecast: light and variable winds this morning will become southwest ...
Mobile primary care clinic for those displaced by Tantallon/Hammonds Plains fire
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for those displaced by Tantallon/Hammonds Plains fire Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has opened a drop-in clinic for those displaced by the Tantallon/Hammonds Plains fire. Canada Games Comfort Centre 26 Thomas Raddall Dr., Halifax Monday, May 29 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May ...
Update – Air quality statement
**** Info via Environment Canada Update – Air quality statement Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. Smoke from wildfire may be reducing local air quality. Locations: near Tantallon in Halifax Metro County Short range wind forecast: northerly 20 gusting to 40 km/h today becoming light tonight. Remarks: Smoke ...
Issues relating to the ongoing fires in Halifax and Western Zone are forcing NS Health to cancel or redirect blood collection appointments today
**** NSHA Media Release Some blood collection appointments cancelled or redirected Update – KINGSWOOD GUARDIAN (3 KINGSWOOD DR.) IS OPEN REGULAR HOURS ON MONDAY, MAY 29. NS HEALTH APOLOGIZES FOR THE ERROR. Issues relating to the ongoing fires in Halifax and Western Zone are forcing NS Health to cancel or redirect blood collection appointments today. ...
Halifax Regional Municipality declares local state of emergency
**** HRM Media Release Halifax Regional Municipality declares local state of emergency Effective 11 p.m. tonight, Mayor Mike Savage and Regional Council have declared a local state of emergency in the communities affected by the fires. The local state of emergency will be in effect for seven days, unless otherwise lifted or extended. Emergency responders ...
Comfort centres opened in support of those impacted by the fires in Tantallon and area – May 28, 8:50 p.m.
**** HRM Media Release Comfort centres opened in support of those impacted by the fires in Tantallon and area – May 28, 8:50 p.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that comfort centres have been opened to assist residents impacted by the fires in the Tantallon area. The comfort centres are located at: Black ...
Air quality special statement issued
**** Info via Environment Canada Air quality special statement issued Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. Smoke from wildfire may be reducing local air quality. Locations: near Tantallon in Halifax Metro County Short range wind forecast: westerly 30 km/h with gusts to 50, becoming northwest 20 gusting to ...
Climate change, air contaminants, and your health (Repost)
**** Info via Environment Canada Climate change, air contaminants, and your health (Repost) Nothing could be more fundamental to your health than the quality of the air you breathe. In Canada, air pollution and aeroallergens have significant implications for health. Health impacts include lung disease, heart disease and lung cancer. It is now well-established by ...
More Nova Scotians Eligible for Meningococcal B Vaccine
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release More Nova Scotians Eligible for Meningococcal B Vaccine The Province is offering the meningococcal B vaccine for free to young Nova Scotians who will be living in a group setting such as a university residence for the first time. The high-risk vaccine policy now includes Nova Scotia youth aged ...
Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic for the Central Zone is taking place at the following location and dates: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, May 28, ...
Water Service Advisory – North End Halifax – Water System Maintenance
**** Halifax Water Release Water Service Advisory – North End Halifax – Water System Maintenance At approximately 9:00 PM this evening, Halifax Water crews will be undertaking water system maintenance in the North End Halifax area. As a result of this work, customers in the area shown may experience changes in water pressure and potentially ...
Trench rescue training puts HRFE members to the test
Trench rescue training puts HRFE members to the test Media observe a trench rescue course for Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency’s Technical Rescue Team. Trench rescue training provides rescuers with the ability to rescue trapped individuals in complex trench scenarios and emergency scenes. The demonstration was held in Hammonds Plains and involved HRFE members with ...
Medicine on the move: How mobile clinics are bringing health care to Nova Scotians in need
**** NSHA Media Release Medicine on the move: How mobile clinics are bringing health care to Nova Scotians in need Finding health care has been the ultimate exercise in patchwork for Carolyn James since her doctor of 30 years closed her practice two years ago. “It has been catch as catch can,” said James, who’s ...
Testing available tomorrow at Tantallon Vancouver Hospital
**** Info via Tantallon Veterinary Hospital Ticks are a big concern this year. Unfortunately, they are not going anywhere. Since January 3, 2023, we have seen 27 cases of Lyme and almost as many of another tick borne disease called Anaplasmosis. How do we test for these diseases? We have a handy little test called ...
Safe Boating Awareness Week – May 20 -26, 2023
**** Info via the Canadian Safe Boating Council Safe Boating Awareness Week May 20 -26, 2023 Since 1995, Safe Boating Awareness Week has been the mainstay of boating safety to over 16 million people who recreate on Canadian waters. The 2023 campaign will still be reaching out to Canadian boaters but, may be a little ...
Today is World Bee Day
Today is World Bee Day, a day to recognize the specific and important contribution of our fuzzy little pollenators. DYK? According to WWF Canada “There are an astounding 800 or so species of native bees in Canada alone! Imagine all the new bee acquaintances you could meet right outside your door.” ...
UPDATED PSA: Sunday’s mobile primary care clinic cancelled for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release UPDATED PSA: Sunday’s mobile primary care clinic cancelled for Central Zone Please be advised Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic in the Central Zone has been cancelled for Sunday, May 21, 2023. Saturday’s clinic is still taking place. Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, ...
Surgical Wait List Reduced, More Surgeries, Procedures Done Last Year
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Surgical Wait List Reduced, More Surgeries, Procedures Done Last Year —————————————————————– Surgical and specialist teams across the province are making progress in reducing the wait list for surgery, completing thousands more operations and procedures last year than before the COVID-19 pandemic. The surgical wait list has been reduced by ...
The number of doctors in Nova Scotia continues to grow and more new doctors are caring for Nova Scotians
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Physician Recruitment Remains Strong in Nova Scotia ——————————————————————————————————————— The number of doctors in Nova Scotia continues to grow and more new doctors are caring for Nova Scotians. There were 168 doctors who started practising in Nova Scotia from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023. Nova Scotia Health hired ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health, in partnership with IWK Health, is providing an upcoming mobile primary care clinic in the Central Zone: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, May 21, ...
Construction is beginning on the development of six long-term care homes in Halifax-area communities
**** CNS Media Release Construction Beginning on Long-term Care Homes in Central Zone ——————————————————————————————————- Construction is beginning on the development of six long-term care homes in Halifax-area communities. The facilities, which are scheduled to open in 2025, will provide new living spaces for 720 seniors in need of long-term care. “Seniors in our province deserve ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Halifax
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Halifax Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has upcoming clinic dates: 2751 Gladstone Street, Halifax Friday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a temporary service to provide an appropriate primary ...
Firefighting is a technical job, and as cities get bigger and buildings get taller, firefighters have to know how to tow the line
Firefighting is a technical job, and as cities get bigger and buildings get taller, firefighters have to know how to tow the line Hosted by Dockyard Fire, both they and HRFE members took part in a specialized hands on session held by HighRise Firefighting (out of Toronto) where rapid and efficient deployment of all size ...
Victim services play a critical role in reducing the harmful effects of victimization and re-victimization
Via RCMP Did you know? Victim services play a critical role in reducing the harmful effects of victimization and re-victimization. Victim services How can victim services assist me? Victim services, provided in a timely manner, play a critical role in reducing the harmful effects of victimization and re-victimization. Referrals to victim services program From a ...
Peloton Bike Model PL01 Seat Post recalled due to potential fall and injury hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Peloton Bike Model PL01 Seat Post recalled due to potential fall and injury hazard Issue The bike’s seat post assembly can break during use, posing fall and injury hazards to the user. The issue has occurred primarily in users who are taller than 5’11” (180 cm) and above 250 pounds (114 ...
If you have a car, prepare an emergency car kit and keep it in the vehicle
**** Transport Canada Release Planning a road trip? Emergency Car Kit If you have a car, prepare an emergency car kit and keep it in the vehicle. The basic emergency kit for cars should include the following items: Print this page. Check off the items for your 72-hour emergency kit as you accumulate them. Emergency ...
Construction Set to Begin on QEII’s Halifax Infirmary Site
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Construction Set to Begin on QEII’s Halifax Infirmary Site Construction is about to begin on a new hospital that will help deliver the healthcare that all Nova Scotians deserve. The Province announced today, May 12, it has reached an agreement with Plenary PCL Health to start advanced work on ...
Misuse or modification of lithium-ion batteries in e-mobility devices can be extremely dangerous
**** Via Health Canada Misuse or modification of lithium-ion batteries in e-mobility devices can be extremely dangerous Summary Product Lithium-ion batteries used in e-mobility devices, such as e-scooters or e-bikes Issue Consumer products – Burn hazard Consumer products – Chemical hazard Consumer products – Electrical hazard Consumer products – Fire hazard Consumer products – Flammability ...
Anyone interested in becoming a nurse in Nova Scotia will have more options
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Province Invests in Training More Nurses —————————————————————– Anyone interested in becoming a nurse in Nova Scotia will have more options as the Province is increasing the number of nursing seats across the province, with many opening this fall. Premier Tim Houston announced today, May 11, the government will support ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone this
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone this The mobile primary care clinic run by Nova Scotia Health will be available this weekend at the following location: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, May 14, 2023, from ...
New pharmacy services at five pharmacist walk-in clinic locations, including new Bedford site -Nova Scotia Health & Lawtons Drugs to launch point-of-care testing service
**** NSHA Media Release New pharmacy services at five pharmacist walk-in clinic locations, including new Bedford site -Nova Scotia Health & Lawtons Drugs to launch point-of-care testing service Nova Scotians now have access to point-of-care testing for strep, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and influenza at Pharmacy Walk-in Clinic+ locations in New Glasgow, Truro, Lower Sackville, ...
Members Named to Accessibility Committee
**** Justice Release Members Named to Accessibility Committee —————————————————————– NOTE: The list of committee members follows this release. —————————————————————– Twenty-two Nova Scotians will help develop the Province’s next accessibility standard as members of the Goods and Services Standard Development Committee. The committee will assist the Accessibility Advisory Board in preparing recommendations for the Justice Minister. ...
HRFE 16A tanker CREW (Eastern Passage) are serving up MCs miles (along with members of the MFRC) at Woodside McDonald’s as part of McHappy Day
HRFE 16A tanker CREW (Eastern Passage) are serving up MCs miles (along with members of the MFRC) at Woodside McDonald’s as part of McHappy Day. On McHappy Day, McDonald’s® will donate a portion of ALL MENU ITEMS all day to help RMHC families. . . . . . . . . . ...
Emergency Preparedness Week CONTEST | May 7 – 13, 2023
**** HRFE Release Emergency Preparedness Week Emergency Preparedness Week CONTEST | May 7 – 13, 2023 Review the following tips on being prepared in the case of an emergency. Once completed you should be all set to ace the quiz and be entered in the contest. Everyone has a role to play in making sure we ...
Expanded Recall: Thermosphere and Mastercraft Ceiling-Mounted 7500W/240V Electric Utility Workshop/Garage Heater, Model EH-4604BY with Remote Control & Thermostat recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Expanded Recall: Thermosphere and Mastercraft Ceiling-Mounted 7500W/240V Electric Utility Workshop/Garage Heater, Model EH-4604BY with Remote Control & Thermostat recalled due to fire hazard Issue The affected units could overheat, potentially posing a burn and fire hazard. As of April 17, 2023, the companies have received 17 reports of incidents in ...
Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators recalled due to fire hazard Issue The heater fan can fail and cause the components to overheat, posing a fire hazard. As of April 25, 2023 the company has received 1 report of overheating in Canada, and no reports of injuries. In the United States, the ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone this
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone this Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic will take place this weekend at the following location: Cobequid Community Health Centre (40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville) Saturday. May 6, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2023 from 9 a.m. ...
The SPCA Veterinary Hospital is having a special parasite prevention promotion on May 12th
Via NS SPCA Protect your pet from everyone’s least favourite tourists: fleas and ticks! The SPCA Veterinary Hospital is having a special parasite prevention promotion on May 12th – but there is limited space! Contact them today to save your spot. ☎️ 902-706-4155 💌 vet@spcans.ca 🌐 www.novascotiaspca.ca/spca-veterinary-hospital-contact-us/ P.S. Stayed tuned for their next special promo ...
A new service will allow most people with a Nova Scotia health card to access their vaccination records online
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release New Online Service for Accessing Vaccination Records —————————————————– A new service will allow most people with a Nova Scotia health card to access their vaccination records online – a faster, easier way to retrieve important healthcare information. VaxRecordNS will list information since 2008 on school immunizations, some early childhood ...
Souris Mini Teethers and Pacifier Clips Recalled due to Choking Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Souris Mini Teethers and Pacifier Clips Recalled due to Choking Hazard Issue The teethers and pacifier clips can break and release silicone and wooden beads, posing a choking hazard for babies and young children. As of April 21, 2023, the company has received one report of a teether broke, causing ...
Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has an upcoming clinic in Halifax
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Halifax Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has an upcoming clinic in Halifax: 2751 Gladstone St., Halifax Friday, May 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a temporary service to provide an appropriate primary care setting for mild or moderate ...
May 1-7 is Mental Health Week
**** HRP Media Release May 1-7 is Mental Health Week Remember, it’s always ok to ask for help. The Mobile Mental Health Crisis Team is available 24/7 at 902.429.8167. Mental health crisis support in Halifax Mental health crisis support Call 902.429.8167 or 1.888.429.8167 (toll free) any time if you feel like you need help. Service is available ...
Nova Scotians Honour Workers and Families on Day of Mourning
**** CNS Media Release Nova Scotians Honour Workers and Families on Day of Mourning ———————————————————————————————————————————- Nova Scotians come together annually on April 28 to remember those who have died or were injured because of a workplace accident or work-related illness, as part of the National Day of Mourning. It is also an occasion to underline ...
Certain Steamfast brand lightweight handheld travel steam iron models recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain Steamfast brand lightweight handheld travel steam iron models recalled due to fire hazard Issue The power cord can become damaged near the cord bushing, which can lead to overheating of the cord, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. In addition, cord damage near the bushing can result ...
Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone Mobile primary care clinics are taking place in Central Zone for people with mild or moderate health concerns. Please read the directions carefully as not all are drop-in clinics. Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville* · Saturday, April 29, from 9:00 ...
3-in-1 LEA Baby Luna – White and natural cribs recalled due to risks of entrapment and other injuries / Kalon Studios Caravan Crib recalled due to entrapment and injury hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada 3-in-1 LEA Baby Luna – White and natural cribs recalled due to risks of entrapment and other injuries Issue Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that these cribs do not meet the Cribs, Cradles and Bassinets Regulations in Canada. Specifically, the space between the bars may be too wide and if ...
Fire Safety with Cigarettes and Smoking Materials
Via HRFE Improperly discarded smoking materials are causing major fires in HRM. Cigarette butts can smoulder undetected for a long time before bursting into flames. Put out cigarettes (and other smoking materials) completely and safely every time in a deep, noncombustible ashtray or receptacle. Fire Safety with Cigarettes and Smoking Materials Sadly, Fire Deaths Caused ...
Primary Care Available in More Pharmacies in May
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release Primary Care Available in More Pharmacies in May ——————————————————– NOTE: A complete list of community pharmacy primary care clinics follows this release. ——————————————————– More Nova Scotians will soon be able to access primary care at their local pharmacy. The Community Pharmacy Primary Care Clinic program will expand to 26 locations ...
Transforming Support for People Living with Disabilities
**** CNS Media Release Transforming Support for People Living with Disabilities ———————————————————– An independent expert report that could set the groundwork for closing the province’s remaining institutions for people living with disabilities and having their needs managed in the community has been released. The report includes six key directions with supporting action plans and timelines ...
Tick safety
**** NS Government Release Tick safety Ticks like moist and humid environments and can be found in or near woods, shrubs, leaf litter, long grass, urban parks and gardens. They are very small, which makes them hard to spot and their bites don’t hurt, which makes it difficult to know when you’ve been bitten. Tick-borne ...
About the UV index
**** Info via Environment Canada About the UV index The UV Index is a measure of the strength of the sun’s UV rays. As the UV increases, the sun’s rays can do more harm to your skin, eyes, and immune system. The UV Index scale The UV Index scale ranges from a low of zero ...
Fire Prevention & Safety
**** HRFE Release Fire Prevention & Safety HRM has an exceptional fire service but fire and smoke can travel very quickly. Underwriter Laboratories (UL), a not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organization, determined that “fires today are more dangerous and pose more risks than in the past. Fire spread is faster, and time to flashover, ...
Crushed and uprooted at the cancer Memorial in Dartmouth
A sad sight at the Daffodil Garden in Dartmouth, an area dedicated to those who have fought cancer, as an area of flowers appear to have been crush and uprooted. . . . . . . . . . ...
The Province will open a first-of-its-kind clinic in Atlantic Canada to help reduce visits to emergency departments
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release New Healthcare Initiative a First in Atlantic Canada ——-—- The Province will open a first-of-its-kind clinic in Atlantic Canada to help reduce visits to emergency departments and walk-in clinics and decrease the length of hospital stays by people experiencing homelessness. “When patients are well enough to be released from ...
Public Health’s Early Years program offers early childhood vaccines at monthly clinic
**** NSHA Media Release Public Health’s Early Years program offers early childhood vaccines at monthly clinic To help support access to childhood vaccines in Central Zone, Public Health’s Early Years program offers vaccine clinics for children who are behind on their vaccine schedules, as well as those five-years-old and under who do not have ...
Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone Several mobile primary care clinics are taking place in Central Zone for people with mild or moderate health concerns. Please read the directions carefully as not all are drop-in clinics. 2751 Gladstone Street, Halifax · Friday April 21, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...
Stanley FATMAX and DEWALT Fiberglass Sledgehammers recalled due to Impact Injury Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Stanley FATMAX and DEWALT Fiberglass Sledgehammers recalled due to Impact Injury Hazard Issue The head of the sledgehammers can loosen prematurely and detach unexpectedly during use, posing an impact injury hazard to the user. As of March 15, 2023, the company has received 1 report of a sledgehammer head detaching ...
Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine clinic Thursday for those exposed to CZ measles case
**** NSHA Media Release Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine clinic Thursday for those exposed to CZ measles case Nova Scotia Health Public Health is offering a vaccine clinic for those who may have been exposed to a recent measles case in Central Zone. This clinic is for those who have received no doses or only one ...
Understanding hazard symbols & household chemical safety
**** Health Canada Release Understanding hazard symbols Hazard symbols are on the labels of many household chemical products in and around your home and garage, like cooking spray, cleaning products, paint and paint thinners, drain cleaners and windshield washer fluid. Hazard symbols have three parts: the picture the frame the caution (signal) words underneath the ...
Nova Scotia Health Public Health, in coordination with the IWK Health Centre, is investigating a confirmed case of measles in the Halifax Regional Municipality area
**** NSHA Media Release Public Health investigating case of measles in Central Zone Nova Scotia Health Public Health, in coordination with the IWK Health Centre, is investigating a confirmed case of measles in the Halifax Regional Municipality area. As part of the routine investigation and follow up of any measles case, Public Health is ...
More Information, Better Access to Need a Family Practice Data
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release More Information, Better Access to Need a Family Practice Data —————————————————– Nova Scotians will now be able to get more information more easily about access to primary healthcare. Starting today, April 14, the Need a Family Practice Registry report will be part of an online dashboard, making it ...
Great Pretenders Assorted Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklace recalled due to cadmium in excess of allowable limits
**** Recall via Health Canada Great Pretenders Assorted Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklace recalled due to cadmium in excess of allowable limits Summary Product Great Pretenders Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklace Issue Consumer products – Chemical hazard What to do Immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and return it to the place of purchase for ...
Mobile primary care clinics in Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics in Central Zone The following primary care clinics are taking place in Central Zone for people with mild or moderate health concerns. Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville · Saturday, April 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. · Sunday, April 16, from 9 a.m. to ...
HRFE Capt Thompson on her 200th donation at Canadian Blood Services
Congratulations and thank you to HRFE Capt Thompson on her 200th donation at Canadian Blood Services, helping to save lives on and off duty (file photo) ...
Fresh, Local Food Pilot Launches in Schools
**** CNS Media Release Fresh, Local Food Pilot Launches in Schools ———————————————– Fresh food carts in five Nova Scotia schools will support farmers and give students greater access to locally grown produce, help them understand where food comes from, and fuel their learning. The $100,000 pilot project was recently launched by the Department of ...
Repost – Canadian Red Cross: Boating Safety,
**** Canadian Red Cross Release REPOST Boating Safety Equipment Requirements Along with your Pleasure Craft Operator Card, you are required by law to carry marine safety equipment. At a bare minimum, you should always have with you: Canadian-approved flotation device or lifejacket of appropriate size for each passenger on board Buoyant heaving line at least 15 metres ...
Fill-a-boot for muscular dystrophy today
Members of @hfxfirefighters, with their kids, are at Mic Mac Mall (near Winners and Old Navy) filling a boot for muscular dystrophy. They will be there until 2pm (15E is on scene but on duty) Update – Station 9 and 10 Sackville Volunteers are at Walmart on Damascus Dr !! . ...
Fact Sheet – Avian Influenza
**** Info via CFIA Birds are now migrating, which means bird flu is more likely to spread among wild birds and domestic flocks. The risk of the virus being transmitted to humans is rare, but we should still take precautions! Protect yourself and your animals and reduce the spread of bird flu: ✔️ avoid direct ...
Drug Alert April 5, 2023:
**** NSHA Media Release Verified Drug Alert April 5, 2023: NSHA have received a report from a community partner of an unexpected reaction to cocaine in the Sydney, Cape Breton area. Drug checking results indicate this sample was contaminated with fentanyl. Harm reduction information: • Don’t use alone, if possible. Keep a distance of 2 ...
Province Training more Medical Laboratory Technologists Through Innovative Partnership
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Province Training more Medical Laboratory Technologists Through Innovative Partnership ———————————————————— The Province continues to move quickly to train more people for high-demand healthcare jobs across Nova Scotia. Starting in September, a new, flexible online learning option will be available to Nova Scotians who want to become medical laboratory technologists. ...
Mental Health, Addictions Phone Line Open on Holidays
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Mental Health, Addictions Phone Line Open on Holidays ———————————————————– Starting Good Friday, April 7, the Province’s mental health and addictions phone line will be open on weekday holidays. This will better support Nova Scotians who use this line to connect with non-crisis services. “People’s mental health challenges don’t take ...
Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone Several mobile primary care clinics are taking place in Central Zone for people with mild or moderate health concerns. Please read the directions carefully as not all are drop-in clinics. 2751 Gladstone Street, Halifax · Thursday, April ...
Sunter Rechargeable LED Vanity Mirror recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Sunter Rechargeable LED Vanity Mirror recalled due to fire hazard Issue The lithium-ion battery supplied with the Sunter Rechargeable LED Vanity Mirror manufactured in March and April of 2022 may overheat, posing a fire hazard. As of March 20, 2023, the company has received 6 reports ...
GREEN SHIRT DAY FOR ORGAN DONOR Awareness -In honour of the Logan Boulet Effect
**** Info via Event Page Green Shirt Day, in honour of the Logan Boulet Effect, in support of organ donor awareness/registration across Canada. On April 6, 2018, Canadians were heartbroken to hear the news of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash. Of the 29 passengers, sixteen lost their lives and thirteen will all bear physical and ...
DYK that donating plasma is a lot like donating blood?
**** Via Canada Blood Services DYK that donating plasma is a lot like donating blood? If you’re able to donate blood, you should be able to donate plasma. In fact, some people who can’t donate blood can donate plasma. Plasma and blood donors are both essential to meet the needs of patients. Book your lifesaving ...
Improving Care for Transgender, Gender-Diverse and Intersex Nova Scotians
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Improving Care for Transgender, Gender-Diverse and Intersex Nova Scotians The Province is working to improve healthcare for people, including transgender Nova Scotians, who have struggled to get the supportive healthcare they need. Today, March 31, is International Transgender Day of Visibility, which began in 2009 and raises awareness of ...
The Laundress fabric conditioners recalled due to chemical hazard, including previously recalled units
**** Recall via Health Canada The Laundress fabric conditioners recalled due to chemical hazard, including previously recalled units Issue The fabric conditioners can contain a chemical impurity, ethylene oxide, a carcinogen that can cause adverse health effects if there is significant and direct long-term exposure. Affected products This recall involves The Laundress brand fabric conditioners. ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone this weekend
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone this weekend The mobile primary care clinic run by Nova Scotia Health will be available: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, April 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, April 2, from 9 a.m. to ...
Check out some of the supports offered by calling the numbers included
Via NSHA Mental Health and Addictions Program We are here to listen and support you. If you or someone you care about is struggling, reach out today. Check out some of the supports offered by calling the numbers below. . . . . ...
Electronic Surgical Consult Referrals Will Mean Better Communication, Shorter Wait Times
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Electronic Surgical Consult Referrals Will Mean Better Communication, Shorter Wait Times ————————————————- The Province is making it easier for physicians to book surgical consults and patients to get information with a new healthcare tool to manage surgical referrals. A new electronic surgical consult referral system, Ocean eReferrals, will provide ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has these upcoming dates: Halifax 2751 Gladstone Street Wednesday, March 29, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 30 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is ...
New Naloxone kits being shipped to pharmacies
**** NSHA Media Release New Naloxone kits being shipped to pharmacies Nova Scotia Health was alerted on Monday, March 20, by a distribution partner that some take-home Naloxone kits distributed to pharmacies across the province did not contain the critical doses of Naloxone. All kits identified without the critical dose of Naloxone will be destroyed. ...
Have a fire extinguisher in your home?
Via Beaver Bank – Kinsac Fire Asst Stn 48 Have a fire extinguisher in your home? Here are some things to check regularly to ensure it will be working properly if and when you need it. -Check the pressure gauge monthly. (The pressure gauge needle needs to be in the green area) -Check if your ...
Nuba brand Carob (drink) recalled due to potential presence of dangerous bacteria
**** Recall via Health Canada Nuba brand Carob (drink) recalled due to potential presence of dangerous bacteria Issue The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace because it may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum. The recalled product has been sold in Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec and may have been distributed in other provinces or territories. Affected products Brand Product ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone The mobile primary care clinic run by Nova Scotia Health will be available: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, March 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. This is a ...
The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre funds 32 projects through the new Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program
**** DND Media Release The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre funds 32 projects through the new Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program Increasing access to support services across Canada for those in the Defence community who have been affected by sexual misconduct is a top priority for the Department of National ...
Residents urged to stay off frozen lakes and ponds as ice testing concludes
**** HRM Media Release Residents urged to stay off frozen lakes and ponds as ice testing concludes The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that it is no longer safe to be on frozen lakes and ponds, as there is noticeable thin ice and open water in many lakes across the region. The Ice Thickness Testing ...
Nova Scotia Health advising the public to check Take Home Naloxone Kits
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health advising the public to check Take Home Naloxone Kits Nova Scotia Health was alerted today by a distribution partner that some Take Home Naloxone Kits that have been distributed to pharmacies across the province do not contain the critical doses of Naloxone. If you have picked up a ...
Retention Bonuses, Incentives for Nurses, Healthcare Workers
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Retention Bonuses, Incentives for Nurses, Healthcare Workers —————————————————- As a way of thanking Nova Scotia’s nurses while encouraging more of them to keep working in the province, today, March 20, Premier Tim Houston announced a $10,000 bonus for nurses in Nova Scotia’s publicly funded healthcare system. Another $10,000 incentive ...
Nestlé Good Start – Soothe (infant formula) recalled due to possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii
**** Recall via Health Canada Nestlé Good Start – Soothe (infant formula) recalled due to possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii Issue The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii contamination. The recalled product has been sold nationally. Affected products Brand Product Size UPC Codes Nestlé Good Start Soothe (infant ...
Interested in becoming a paramedic in Nova Scotia?
**** Via EHS Interested in becoming a paramedic in Nova Scotia? Did you know that there’s now a tuition rebate program that will provide $11,500 for eligible paramedic students provided they commit to working in the province for a minimum of three years? To learn more about upcoming primary care paramedic courses, including new programs ...
Bindle Bottles recalled due to the presence of lead
**** Recall via Health Canada Bindle Bottles recalled due to the presence of lead Issue The recalled product may contain excess amounts of lead on the small soldering dot in the bottom storage compartment, posing an exposure risk to lead if unpackaged food is placed in the dry storage compartment. Lead is highly toxic, ...
Nova Scotia Health launches pilot program with MDClone New Partnership improves patient care by giving researchers better, more efficient health data access
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health launches pilot program with MDClone New Partnership improves patient care by giving researchers better, more efficient health data access Nova Scotia Health is partnering with MDClone – a global data analytics and synthetic data company – to enable quick access for clinicians to health data while maintaining the ...
Upcoming mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Upcoming mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone The mobile primary care clinic run by Nova Scotia Health will be available: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, March 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. This ...
Police remind people to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly
**** HRP Media Release Police remind people to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly Halifax Regional Police is asking everyone who plans to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend to do their part to ensure their celebrations are safe and responsible. HRP will have a presence in the community throughout the weekend to help ...
Sunbeam® Queen Size Heated Blankets recalled due to potential fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Sunbeam® Queen Size Heated Blankets recalled due to potential fire hazard Issue Star Elite has learned that the Sunbeam® Queen Size Heated Blanket model number 32810027 can potentially overheat, posing possible burn or fire hazards. As of March 8, 2023, the company has ...
More Modular Housing for Healthcare, Skilled Workers
**** CNS Media Release More Modular Housing for Healthcare, Skilled Workers ——————————————————— There will soon be more modular housing for healthcare workers and skilled tradespeople in communities where housing options are limited. The Province is investing an additional $12 million to provide more affordable transitional housing to support recruitment and retention of heathcare professionals and ...
Support for Community Projects to Help Seniors Stay Healthy, Active
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Support for Community Projects to Help Seniors Stay Healthy, Active —————————————————————————————- Older Nova Scotians will have more options to help them stay healthy, active and socially connected in their communities with an investment by the Province. Thirty-seven groups across Nova Scotia are receiving grants to help create age-friendly environments ...
Mobile primary care clinics in Halifax
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics in Halifax Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has these upcoming clinic dates: Halifax 2751 Gladstone Street Friday, March 17, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, March 18 from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a temporary service to provide an appropriate ...
Calico Critters accessories recalled due to potential choking hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Calico Critters accessories recalled due to potential choking hazard Issue The bottle and pacifier accessories pose a potential choking hazard to children under 3 years of age. The packaging of the product is labelled for ages 3+ and cautions that it contains small parts which are not suitable for children ...
Significant Increase in those receiving care through VirtualCareNS
**** NSHA Media Release Significant Increase in those receiving care through VirtualCareNS People on the Need a Family Practice Registry are getting more care at VirtualCareNS than ever before. February saw a significant increase in the number of people receiving care through VirtualCareNS. The weekday average is now more than 250 visits per day ...
Investments Support Care for Mental Health, Addictions in Community
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Investments Support Care for Mental Health, Addictions in Community ———————————————————————- NOTE: A list of organizations receiving funding follows this release. ———————————————————————- Youth at risk, adults with autism spectrum disorder, seniors and others will benefit from a wide range of programs supported with new provincial funding. More than $7.1 million in one-time ...
Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone The mobile primary care clinic run by Nova Scotia Health will be available at the following: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, March 11, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2023, from 9 a.m. to ...
Province Supports Cutting-Edge Healthcare Data, Analytics Training at Saint Mary’s University
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Province Supports Cutting-Edge Healthcare Data, Analytics Training at Saint Mary’s University —————————————————– Nova Scotia is set to become a national leader in leveraging data and analytics to improve patient care through the creation of new health data analytics and health system administration programs at Saint Mary’s University. “Data and analytics are ...
Volunteers from HSAR tackle the elements to check on the vulnerable
During bitter cold spells or snow and rainstorms, volunteers from Halifax Search and Rescue have been out in the elements checking on the welfare of those living in homeless camps throughout the HRM. “We definitely provide blankets, food, warm beverages, and drives to warming centres when needed.” The members are checking on the residents health ...
Urgent service offered at Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital
**** NSHA Media Release Urgent service offered at Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital Beginning Monday, March 6, Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital in Sheet Harbour will offer care for urgent, non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries through same-day appointments, at least two days per week. This service will provide more consistent access to care in this community and mean ...
DR Power Equipment PRO XL501 Chipper Shredder recalled due to laceration hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada DR Power Equipment PRO XL501 Chipper Shredder recalled due to laceration hazard Issue The fin scroll of the power chipper shredder can fail, ejecting pieces of metal from the chipper shredder hopper while it is in use, posing a laceration hazard. As of February 28, 2023, the company ...
Anji Guotai Office Chair Recalled due to Fall Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Anji Guotai Office Chair Recalled due to Fall Hazard Issue The back of the chair can break or detach from the seat base when a consumer is seated in the chair, posing a fall hazard. As of February 18, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or ...
Agriculture Literacy Month Connects Students With Their Food
**** CNS Media Release Agriculture Literacy Month Connects Students With Their Food ——————————————————- Nova Scotia students will learn about the importance of agriculture during Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month, which begins today, March 1. The month aims to connect students with agriculture professionals through the Agriculture in the Classroom program. The program offers hands-on activities for ...
Mobile primary care clinics in Halifax
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics in Halifax The mobile primary care clinics run by Nova Scotia Health and PRAXES have these upcoming clinic dates. Halifax 2751 Gladstone Street Saturday, March 4, 12:00 to 7:00 p.m. Note: This is NOT a drop-in clinic. To schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-410-6672. Phone lines are ...
Expanded Recall: Yardworks 15-Amp Electric Corded Snowblower, 22-in recalled due to Electric Shock Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Expanded Recall: Yardworks 15-Amp Electric Corded Snowblower, 22-in recalled due to Electric Shock Hazard Issue The power cable on the affected units may become brittle and break when exposed to temperatures below -20 degrees Celsius, leading to a potential electric shock injury. As of February 10, 2023, the ...
Anker 535 Power Bank (PowerCore 20K) A1366 recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Anker 535 Power Bank (PowerCore 20K) A1366 recalled due to fire hazard Issue A small number of Anker 535 Power Banks (PowerCore 20k) model A1366 may overheat, posing a fire hazard. What you should do Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Anker 535 Power Bank and contact Anker customer ...
Just the facts: Cyberbullying
**** RCMP Media Release Thirty per cent of young Canadians have reported being cyberbullied. Credit: Shutterstock Social media sites and text messaging have allowed taunts to enter cyberspace and follow victims everywhere they have their phone. What is it? Cyberbullying involves using computers, smartphones or other connected devices to embarrass, hurt, mock or threaten someone online. ...
Province Adds New Reporting Measures to Increase Transparency, Accountability Across Healthcare System
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Province Adds New Reporting Measures to Increase Transparency, Accountability Across Healthcare System ——————————————————— Nova Scotians seeking more information about the state of their healthcare system now have access to several new reporting metrics the government has made public through the Action for Health web portal. The new information includes ...
More Funding to Support Healthcare Recruitment in Mi’kmaw Communities
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release More Funding to Support Healthcare Recruitment in Mi’kmaw Communities —————————————————- Health and wellness organization Tajikeim?k will receive funding from the Province to help recruit Indigenous healthcare workers. In collaboration with the L’nu Nursing Initiative at Dalhousie University, Tajikeim?k will create a magazine and website focusing on Mi’kmaw nurses and ...
Lancaster Table & Seating Brand High Chairs recalled due to Fall Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Lancaster Table & Seating Brand High Chairs recalled due to Fall Hazard Issue Affected high chairs can break during use, posing a fall hazard to children. As of February 6, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. In the United States, the company has ...
Certain models of Cosori-branded Air Fryers recalled due to potential fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain models of Cosori-branded Air Fryers recalled due to potential fire hazard Issue The wire connectors in the products can overheat, posing a potential burn and fire hazard. As of February 2023 the company has received 205 reports globally including 56 reports in Canada of the air fryers catching fire, ...
PSA: Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release PSA: Mobile primary care clinic for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health, in partnership with IWK Health, is providing an upcoming mobile primary care clinic in the Central Zone: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, Feb. ...
More Disability Funding Support for Families
**** CNS Media Release More Disability Funding Support for Families ————————————————– An investment by the Province means families caring for children with disabilities are now eligible for more financial support. Beginning in April, more than 650 families will receive additional funding to participate in family, community and peer events and activities, and get more respite ...
Nova Scotians now have access to one-on-one supportive counselling to help with general mental health concerns
**** CNS Media Release New Supportive Counselling Program ————————————————– Nova Scotians now have access to one-on-one supportive counselling to help with general mental health concerns, including anxiety, job loss, grief, relationship issues and substance use, under a new pilot program. Starting today, February 22, Nova Scotians can book one free session of individual, couple or ...
Nova Scotia Health launches first-in-Canada technology that brings together oncology information in real time Puts province at forefront of cancer care information technology; expected to decrease treatment wait times and improve survival rates
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health launches first-in-Canada technology that brings together oncology information in real time Puts province at forefront of cancer care information technology; expected to decrease treatment wait times and improve survival rates Cancer patients in Nova Scotia will receive improved care, shorter wait times, and better results thanks to the ...
Pop up primary care clinic for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Pop up primary care clinic for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health, in partnership with IWK Health, is providing a pop up primary care clinic in the Central Zone: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, Feb. ...
PC brand Canadian Cheddar Cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes
**** Recall via Health Canada PC brand Canadian Cheddar Cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes Issue The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria contamination. The recalled product has been sold nationally. Affected products Brand Product Size UPC Codes PC Canadian Cheddar Cheese 250g 060383837464 Best Before 2023 AU 24 What you should ...
Health care options are expanding for Nova Scotians who do not yet have a family doctor or nurse practitioner
**** NSHA Media Release Health care options are expanding for Nova Scotians who do not yet have a family doctor or nurse practitioner “Nova Scotia is growing at an unprecedented rate and the demand for health care is growing with it,” said Minister of Health and Wellness Michelle Thompson. “Measurements such as the Need ...
NSHA have received a report from a community partner of an unexpected reaction to ecstasy in the Lower Sackville, NS area
**** NSHA Media Release Drug Alert NSHA have received a report from a community partner of an unexpected reaction to ecstasy in the Lower Sackville, NS area Based on the reaction observed, it is suspected to have been tainted with a benzodiazepine or opioid. The drug was ingested on February 10, 2023 and was described ...
Consider your pets when planning for emergencies
***** HRFE Release Pets During Emergencies Consider your pets when planning for emergencies. Know where to take your pets in an emergency and remember their needs when creating your family preparedness kit. Before Find a safe place for your pets to stay Make sure your pets wear current ID tags all the time, and that ...
New Local Food Program Accepting Applications
**** CNS Media Release New Local Food Program Accepting Applications —————————————————- Nova Scotia farmers can now apply for funding to help them grow their businesses – and more food for Nova Scotians. The Local Food Advancer Program helps large-scale farms invest in new technology and equipment so they can add new crops, develop new products ...
Upcoming pop up primary care clinic in Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Upcoming pop up primary care clinic in Central Zone Nova Scotia Health, in partnership with IWK Health, is providing a pop up primary care clinic for the public: Cobequid Community Health Centre, 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, Feb. ...
Fire Prevention & Safety
**** HRFE Release Fire Prevention & Safety HRM has an exceptional fire service but fire and smoke can travel very quickly. Underwriter Laboratories (UL), a not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organization, determined that “fires today are more dangerous and pose more risks than in the past. Fire spread is faster, and time to flashover, ...
Nova Scotia Health apologizes to those affected by 2020 privacy breaches
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health apologizes to those affected by 2020 privacy breaches The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner shared their report on intentional employee privacy breaches following the Mass Casualty in 2020. We apologize to each impacted patient. This breach added further unnecessary harm to the families of those who ...
Ove Decors Vanessa Fire Table recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Ove Decors Vanessa Fire Table recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue As of January 19th, the company has received one incident report of a gas hose melting causing the table to catch fire in Canada, and no injuries have been reported. Affected products This recall involves Ove Decors Vanessa 42-inch ...
Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner – Lavender Scent, 1.65L recalled due to potential for microbial contamination,
**** Recall via Health Canada Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner – Lavender Scent, 1.65L recalled due to potential for microbial contamination Issue The recalled products do not contain the intended levels of preservative which may lead to the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms during the product’s shelf life and during manufacturing. People with healthy immune ...
Tips for parents to protect kids online
**** RCMP Media Release Tips for parents to protect kids online In an effort to help young people navigate the harms they may encounter online and on social media, one RCMP officer is taking action. RCMP Cst. Jason Davies, a father of two, developed a digital literacy program to give parents information to help guide ...
New Funding to Help Recruit, Retain Healthcare Workers in Shelburne
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release New Funding to Help Recruit, Retain Healthcare Workers in Shelburne —————————————————- Patients and their families who live in Shelburne will benefit from new tools the community will have to recruit and retain healthcare workers thanks to a new investment from the Government of Nova Scotia. “The people of Shelburne ...
Home Heating Fire Safety
**** HRFE Release This is the result of disposing of hot ashes in a plastic garbage container. Keep cooled ashes outside in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid and at least 10 feet away from anything that can burn. Home Heating Fire Safety Heating with Wood: Chimney Maintenance: During wood burning season soot and ...
Halifax SAR members were out in the municipality last evening at the request of Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency EMERGENCY Management
**** Via Halifax SAR Halifax SAR members were out in the municipality last evening at the request of Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency EMERGENCY Management. We checked a number of sites for our unhoused neighbours. We were also joined by #PartnersInPublicSafety Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Nova Scotia members in the areas that they patrol. ...
Keep Your Pets Safe in an Emergency: 8 Things You Need to Know
**** NS SPCA Release (By Judy Layne) Keep Your Pets Safe in an Emergency: 8 Things You Need to Know Emergencies come in many forms – floods, fires and hurricanes to name just a few. This year, severe flooding swept across Eastern Canada with devastating and deadly effects. In 2016, wildfires in Fort McMurray left ...
Here is the updated list of available supports during the extreme cold weather for people experiencing homelessness
Via NS Community Services Here is the updated list of available supports during the extreme cold weather for people experiencing homelessness. The following photo lists out these options for accessibility. Anyone can call @211NS to be connected to available resources in their community. Halifax Regional Municipality • 902 Man Up is adding beds at ...
Fiber Plus Powder: Affected lots may contain the presence of Cronobacter contamination
**** Recall via Health Canada Fiber Plus Powder: Affected lots may contain the presence of Cronobacter contamination Issue Affected lots may contain the presence of Cronobacter contamination. Affected products Brand Product Name Market Authorization Dosage Form Strength Lot Fiber Plus Powder Fiber Plus Powder NPN 80081963 What you should do Verify if your product ...
Province Accepts Faster Path to $15 Minimum Wage
**** CNS Media Release Province Accepts Faster Path to $15 Minimum Wage ——————————————————- The Province has accepted the recommendations from the Minimum Wage Review Committee, which include setting the minimum wage at $15 an hour on October 1, six months sooner than scheduled. “The minimum wage rate impacts the lives of workers and businesses, and ...
Upcoming mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Upcoming mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health has an upcoming mobile primary care clinic for the public this weekend in the Central Zone: 6960 Mumford Road (near Shoppers Drug Mart) Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. Sunday, February 5, 2023, from 9 ...
Cedar Phoenicia brand Pindjur Vegetable Spread recalled due to pieces of glass
**** Recall via Health Canada Cedar Phoenicia brand Pindjur Vegetable Spread recalled due to pieces of glass Issue Cedar Phoenicia brand Pindjur Vegetable Spread recalled due to pieces of glass. The recalled product was sold in Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Ontario, and Quebec. Immediately dispose of the product. Affected products Brand ...
New Technology to Improve Patient Care
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release New Technology to Improve Patient Care —————————————————————- Shorter wait times, better care, and giving health professionals more time with patients are some of the ways that One Person One Record can help improve healthcare in Nova Scotia. “One Person One Record is a solution that is needed to change how ...
More healthcare services will soon be available to more Nova Scotians at their local pharmacy
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Healthcare Clinics Tested at Community Pharmacies ——————————————————— NOTE: The list of pharmacy locations follows this release. ——————————————————— More healthcare services will soon be available to more Nova Scotians at their local pharmacy. The Community Pharmacy Primary Care Clinics program will be piloted in 12 pharmacies across Nova Scotia, with ...
911 emergency: when to call
****Via NS Government 911 emergency: when to call You can call 911 if your health, safety or property is threatened and you need help right away. The 911 call taker (operator) will notify emergency responders, like fire, police or ambulance. Call 911 for emergencies and get connected to the fire, police or ambulance services you ...
(Restored) Province wide issue with 911 line
Update – 911 services have been restored Via HRP Province wide issue with 911 line There is a province wide issue with the 911-line system. We are working with the system provider to fix the problem. To contact Halifax Regional Police for emergency services, call 902-490-5020. If you need to contact Halifax Fire during the ...
If you’re visiting our shores, stay back from the water and off the black rocks
Via RCMP We understand the calling, and John Masefield wrote it best, “I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky.” In an instant, shorelines can turn from beautiful to deadly. If you’re visiting our shores, stay back from the water and off the black rocks. ...
Weather seems to have a real and measurable effect on our mood
**** Info via Environment Canada Are you SAD? Weather seems to have a real and measurable effect on our mood. The winter season, with fewer daylight hours and the associated lack of sun exposure, can have a profound impact on our spirit. We may start feeling what we often call the “winter blues”. When someone ...
Photos and Info – Discover the mysteries under your skin as Body Worlds Returns to the Museum of Natural History
**** Via Museum of Natural History (Unstamped photos via Justina Dollard) Discover the mysteries under your skin as Body Worlds Returns to the Museum of Natural History Body Worlds Returns! The Museum of Natural History is pleased to announce that Body Worlds Vital will open on January 27, 2023. This all new exhibit is even ...
ZLINE 30-inch, 36-inch, and 48-inch RG gas ranges recalled due to risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
**** Recall via Health Canada ZLINE 30-inch, 36-inch, and 48-inch RG gas ranges recalled due to risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Issue The oven of the gas ranges can emit dangerous levels of carbon monoxide (CO) while in use, posing a serious risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning. As of January 17, 2023, the ...
First responders supports Bell Let’s Talk Day
Via HRFE – HRFE supports Bell Let’s Talk Day, and our crews are talking about the importance of ending the stigma around mental health. Resources are available for those seeking help, find support or educate yourself at https://mha.nshealth.ca/en. We also encourage anyone who needs mental health support to call the Provincial Mental Health Crisis ...
More Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Schools
**** CNS Media Release More Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Schools ——————————————————- The Province is enhancing mental health and well-being supports for staff and students in Nova Scotia schools. A new mental health and wellness grant and additional online resources provided through a $200,000 investment build on the important resources already in place. Each ...
Teach your children that in an emergency situation, to not be afraid of or try to hide from a Firefighter
Great advice via Beaver Bank – Kinsac Station 48 When its the middle of the night, and there are smoke alarms and loud noises with possibly smoke and fire, it is a very scary situation for children and even adults. When they see a firefighter dressed in what looks like a big space suit who ...
Unauthorized health products removed from sale from More to Shoppe Facebook store
**** Recall via Health Canada Unauthorized health products removed from sale from More to Shoppe Facebook store and seized from its Edson, Alberta, warehouse Issue Health Canada removed various unauthorized health products from sale from More to Shoppe, an online Facebook store, and seized them from its warehouse in Edson, Alberta. The products are labelled ...
Nova Scotia Health is announcing a number of training and retention initiatives for nurses in emergency departments (ED) across the province
**** NSHA Media Release NS Health announces training and retention initiatives for nurses in EDs Nova Scotia Health is announcing a number of training and retention initiatives for nurses in emergency departments (ED) across the province. The initiatives, which span nurses’ careers working in emergency departments, include post-secondary programs focused on emergency care for ...
Upcoming mobile primary care clinics Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Upcoming mobile primary care clinics Central Zone Nova Scotia Health, in partnership with IWK Health and Emergency Health Services (EHS), is providing two upcoming mobile primary care clinics for the public in the Central Zone: 6960 Mumford Road (near Shoppers Drug Mart) Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 9 a.m. ...
Helping Cape Bretoners, One Paw at a Time
**** NS SPCA Release Helping Cape Bretoners, One Paw at a Time PetSmart Charities of Canada™ Helps to Open Veterinary Hospital The Nova Scotia SPCA plans to help more pet owners in Cape Breton who cannot receive timely wellness appointments, due in part to the veterinary shortage all Canadians are facing. With help from PetSmart ...
Government is acting to get more Nova Scotians the emergency care they need, faster
**** CNS Media Release Actions to Improve Emergency Care ——————————————————— The government is acting to get more Nova Scotians the emergency care they need, faster. The plan to improve emergency care will ensure people with the most urgent needs receive care first. It will improve ambulance response times and offer more places for people to ...
Dartmouth General Hospital first location in Canada to use Mako SmartRoboticsTM for total hip replacement surgery.
**** NSHA Media Release Dartmouth General Hospital first location in Canada to use Mako SmartRoboticsTM for total hip replacement surgery. The first total hip replacement surgery in Canada using the Mako SmartRobotics™ System has been completed at the Fred Smithers Centre for Orthopedic Care at the Dartmouth General Hospital. The Nova Scotia Health Innovation ...
IKEA LETTAN Mirror recalled due to injury hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada IKEA LETTAN Mirror recalled due to injury hazard Issue IKEA has identified that some of the plastic fittings, attaching the mirror to the wall, appear to be breaking, which could lead to the mirrors falling, posing an injury hazard. As of January 10, 2023, the company has received no ...
Upcoming mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Upcoming mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone Nova Scotia Health, in partnership with IWK Health and Emergency Health Services (EHS), is providing two upcoming mobile primary care clinics for the public in the Central Zone: 6960 Mumford Road (near Shoppers Drug Mart) Saturday, January 14, 2023, from 9 ...
BISSELL® Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada BISSELL® Cordless Multi-Surface Wet Dry Vacuums recalled due to fire hazard Issue The circuit board inside the vacuum’s battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard. As of December 20, 2022, the company has received 6 reports of burning smell or smoke with no reports of injuries ...
Firefighters step up for lung health as part of the 2nd annual Stair Heroes challenge
**** Stair Heroes Release Firefighters step up for lung health as part of the 2nd annual Stair Heroes challenge Nova Scotians and Islanders are invited to attend the 2nd annual stair climb challenge being hosted in Halifax on February 19th, 2023. The Stair Heroes challenge, which is a partnership between the Lung Association of Nova Scotia and Prince ...
Certain LG 86-Inch Free-Standing Smart TVs and Stands Recalled Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain LG 86-Inch Free-Standing Smart TVs and Stands Recalled Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards Issue The free standing Smart TV can become unstable while on the assembled stand, posing serious tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in injuries or death to children and others. As of January 6, ...
Giant Tiger brands Sleepwear, Men’s Sherpa Robes, Pajar Ski Pants and Men’s Ski Pants recalled due to the presence of Mold
**** Recall via Health Canada Giant Tiger brands Sleepwear, Men’s Sherpa Robes, Pajar Ski Pants and Men’s Ski Pants recalled due to the presence of Mold Issue The recalled products may contain mold. Affected products This recall involves Giant Tiger brands Sleepwear (monkey bars, Bella & Birdie, Mountain Ridge, Survival Gear, Carisma), Men’s Sherpa Robes, ...
Province Building More Long-Term Care Rooms
**** CNS Media Release Province Building More Long-Term Care Rooms The Province is adding about 600 more single long-term care rooms to help meet the needs of Nova Scotia seniors, bringing the total number of new and replacement rooms to 3,500 by 2027. “Too many seniors are in hospitals and at home waiting to get ...
NSHA have received a report from a community partner that a substance sold as yellow Xanax bars may have been tainted with fentanyl
**** NSHA Media Release DrugAlert for January 10, 2023: NSHA have received a report from a community partner that a substance sold as yellow Xanax bars may have been tainted with fentanyl in the Halifax area. The individual was told they were fake, pressed yellow Xanax bars. Individual ingested the substance and reported they experienced ...
The Amherst Police Department would like to remind parents and guardians to talk about online safety with their kids
****Via Amherst Police The Amherst Police Department would like to remind parents and guardians to talk about online safety with their kids. It’s very easy for someone to hide their true identity online, and your child might not be talking to who they think they’re talking to. Remind them that it’s never safe to ...
Minister’s Statement on Death of Patient
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Minister’s Statement on Death of Patient ——————————————————- NOTE: The following is a statement from Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson. ——————————————————- I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of the patient who died at Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This is a tragic loss, and my heart ...
Transport Canada Recall – Polaris Side-by-Side
**** Recall via Transport Canada Transport Canada Recall – 2022506 – 2022722 – Polaris Side-by-Side Issue Issue: On certain side-by-side UTVs, the connection between the fuel pump assembly and the fuel tank could leak. If this happens, fuel could leak onto hot surfaces that are nearby. Safety Risk: Fuel that leaks onto a hot surface ...
Chimney Fires Can Occur At Anytime If Your Chimney Hasn’t Been Properly Cleaned And Checked For External And Internal Damage Prior To Use
**** Info via the Bedford Volunteer Firefighters Association Chimney Fires Can Occur At Anytime If Your Chimney Hasn’t Been Properly Cleaned And Checked For External And Internal Damage Prior To Use. But Do You Know What To Look For? Chimney fires can occur at anytime if your chimney hasn’t been properly cleaned and checked ...
NSHA have received a report from a community partner indicating a substance sold as a hallucinogenic resulted in symptoms similar to an opioid drug poisoning in the HRM area on January 4, 2023
**** NSHA Media Release Drug Alert – January 6, 2023: NSHA have received a report from a community partner indicating a substance sold as a hallucinogenic resulted in symptoms similar to an opioid drug poisoning in the HRM area on January 4, 2023. Within 2-3 minutes of using the drug, the individuals experienced being drowsy ...
Certain lots of Bed Head TIGI, Dove and Tresemmé Dry Shampoo products recalled due to detection of benzene
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain lots of Bed Head TIGI, Dove and Tresemmé Dry Shampoo products recalled due to detection of benzene Issue Benzene is classified as a human carcinogen. Exposure to benzene can occur by inhalation, orally, and through the skin and it can result in cancers including leukemia and blood cancer of ...
Nova Scotia Health and community partners are notifying the public of two Drug Alerts for the HRM and West Hants, Windsor areas
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health and community partners are notifying the public of two Drug Alerts for the HRM and West Hants, Windsor areas We have received a report from a community partner indicating that a supply of cocaine used by four individuals in the HRM area on January 2, 2023 was found ...
Rebate Increase for Mastectomy Prostheses
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Rebate Increase for Mastectomy Prostheses ——————————————————- Nova Scotia residents who have received a cancer-related mastectomy or lumpectomy will now get more help with the cost of mastectomy prostheses. An alternative to breast reconstruction, these prostheses support balance and good posture, and help to prevent back and neck problems ...
Cats can experience dental health issues that can impact their overall health
Via Russell Lake Animal Hospital Cats can experience dental health issues that can impact their overall health One of the common issues is called tooth resorption. More than half of all cats older than three years old will have at least one tooth affected by resorption. (Not as common in dogs) Tooth resorptions are usually ...
Upcoming Cold Dip dipping
Upcoming Cold Dip dipping DIPS- all are welcome! Tues, Jan 3 @ Dingle 7:30am Wed, Jan 4 @ Albro Lake Beach 4:30pm Thurs, Jan 5 @ Birch Cove Beach (Dartmouth) 7:30am ...
Healthcare Workers Coming to Nova Scotia from Kenya
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Healthcare Workers Coming to Nova Scotia from Kenya ——————————————————- More continuing care assistants will soon be moving to Nova Scotia to work, the result of a recent recruiting trip to Kenya. Sixty-five continuing care assistants have received conditional job offers. “One of the biggest challenges we face is finding ...
Sanders brand Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels recalled due to pieces of plastic
**** Recall via Health Canada Sanders brand Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels recalled due to pieces of plastic Issue Sanders brand Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels recalled due to pieces of plastic. The recalled product has been sold in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador. Affected products Brand Product Size Codes ...
An EHS operations kit went missing from a scene at approximately 3am in Lower Sackville on January 2, 2023
**** EHS Release Please be advised that an EHS operations kit went missing from a scene at approximately 3am in Lower Sackville on January 2, 2023. This kit contains medication that can be harmful if used by someone who is not a trained health-care professional. If someone finds this kit bag (pictured), they should call ...
There is an immediate need for donors in Halifax!
Via Canadian Blood Services There is an immediate need for donors in Halifax! Help fill over 350 appointments before January 15 https://myaccount.blood.ca/en/donate/select-time?apt-cap=5&apt-typ=Whole+Blood&apt-sdf=2022-12-28&apt-sdt=2023-03-27&apt-dis=50&apt-slc=Halifax%2C+Nova+Scotia%2C+Canada&apt-sdc=2023-01-01&apt-lid=33024&apt-dte=2023-01-14&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social-hootsuite&utm_campaign=atl-wb&utm_content=NS_Halifax_Jan&fbclid=IwAR3hFYzcybtGyCp6DGQOVporjtkIoFKsIRTVTINDm-iV04s48R8UrO5iU0M ...
As we continue to celebrate the holiday season, Halifax Regional Police is sharing some tips to help you protect your home and property
**** HRP Media Release Holiday safety tips As we continue to celebrate the holiday season, Halifax Regional Police is sharing some tips to help you protect your home and property. If you’re heading out, remember to lock all doors and windows. Consider leaving lights and a television on, or put them on a ...
24/7 response continues through the holidays for those who have experienced sexual assault or need to access mental health and addictions services
**** NSHA Media Release 24/7 response continues through the holidays for those who have experienced sexual assault or need to access mental health and addictions services The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program continues to provide response over the holidays, 24 hours a day, seven days a week for those who have experienced sexual ...
(Cancelled) Cold Play NS – January 2023 Calendar SAVE THE DATE!
Via Cold Play NS Update – Cancelled January 2023 Calendar SAVE THE DATE! (If Chocolate Lake is frozen over Jan 14, we will move the dip to the Dingle) Repost We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release https://waterfrontmediahfx.the902hxir.ca/40506-2 ...
Update via Cold Play NS – December 24th dip
Update via Cold Play NS Hello everyone! To keep us safe we decided to move Dec 24th dip to Chocolate Lake. Meet at beach. Easy to find. All pathways lead to the beach after you park in parking lot. There is also a side street you can park on if lot is full. . . ...
ODGER Swivel Chair recalled due to fall hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada ODGER Swivel Chair recalled due to fall hazard Issue The star-shaped support base of the chair may unexpectedly detach, posing a fall and injury hazard. As of December 19, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents in Canada. Worldwide, the company has received 19 reports of the ...
New Orientation Program to Welcome 140 Doctors
**** CNS Media Release New Orientation Program to Welcome 140 Doctors ——————————————————- A new orientation program that will help welcome and settle 140 doctors trained outside of Canada over the next three years will soon launch in Nova Scotia. We need more healthcare providers, and we are working hard to welcome those who have trained ...
Mobile and Virtual care options increasing access to health care for Nova Scotians
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile and Virtual care options increasing access to health care for Nova Scotians Nova Scotia Health is providing Nova Scotians with increased ways to access care. The Mobile Primary Care Clinics and VirtualCareNS are two innovative models of care that have implemented quickly in response to the need for primary ...
Nova Scotia Health reminding visitors of what to expect over the holidays
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health reminding visitors of what to expect over the holiday With the holiday season upon us, Nova Scotia Health is anticipating an increase in people looking to visit their loved ones in our facilities. With COVID-19 still active in our communities, along with other respiratory viruses, like influenza and ...
The national inventory of several blood types is far below optimal
Via Canadian Blood Services The national inventory of several blood types is far below optimal Winter cold and flu season is upon us, our cancellation rates have jumped significantly, and we’re heading into the toughest weeks to collect blood and blood products. Winter storms could further impact collections, and more than 25,000 open appointments must ...
Public Health investigating two cases of meningococcal disease at Dalhousie University
**** NSHA Media Release Public Health investigating two cases of meningococcal disease at Dalhousie University Public Health is investigating two cases of meningococcal disease in Halifax. Both individuals were students at Dalhousie University, living in the same Shirreff Hall residence. One individual is recovering in hospital, while unfortunately the other student has died. Today ...
Crate and Kids Thornhill Crib recalled due to potential fall and entrapment hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada Crate and Kids Thornhill Crib recalled due to potential fall and entrapment hazards Issue The mattress support pins do not fit in the holes properly on all levels of the mattress support causing the potential for a fall and entrapment hazards. As of December 12, 2022, the company has ...
Major Healthcare Expansion Includes More Services in More Locations
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Major Healthcare Expansion Includes More Services in More Locations ———————————————————- More beds, more operating rooms and two new and larger emergency departments are among the elements of More, Faster: The Action for Health Build, a comprehensive plan for improving healthcare services for Nova Scotians. “Our healthcare professionals deserve modern ...
All ATV/OHV riders should do their part to help protect themselves, other people and the environment
**** RCMP Media Release All ATV/OHV riders should do their part to help protect themselves, other people and the environment We’re encouraging riders to review the Nova Scotia Off-highway Vehicles Act and Regulations. An easy-to-read handbook is available: https://bit.ly/3dPBWQk Those who violate the Off-highway Vehicles Act could face a penalty of $200-$2,000 for a first ...
Upcoming Cold Play NS dip!
Upcoming Cold Play NS dip! See pics for details Repost (Health) We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! . . . ...
Province Expands Home Heating Program, Supports Vulnerable Nova Scotians
**** CNS Media Release Province Expands Home Heating Program, Supports Vulnerable Nova Scotians ——————————————————- The Province is providing more help to Nova Scotians struggling with the rising cost of living. As part of a $100-million effort to help low- and middle-income Nova Scotians with home heating, more people than ever before will be eligible for ...
Zoli binki T. Pacifier + Teether Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Zoli binki T. Pacifier + Teether Recalled Due to Choking Hazard Issue Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that the pacifier handle can detach, releasing small parts that may pose a choking hazard to young children. For tips on safe pacifier use, see Health Canada’s web page Is Your ...
Free Heat Pumps for Low-Income Households, More Support for Others
**** CNS Media Release Free Heat Pumps for Low-Income Households, More Support for Others ——————————————————- Low-income Nova Scotians will get free heat pumps and other home upgrades thanks to a $140-million provincial investment in energy efficiency programs over four years. The funding will help all Nova Scotians move away from oil heat faster, with extra ...
12 Holiday Fire Safety Tips via the HRFE
Via HRFE 12 Holiday Fire Safety Tips via the HRFE . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Westinghouse branded Current Taps with Surge Protector recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Westinghouse branded Current Taps with Surge Protector recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The accredited certification body issued a public notice after receiving a consumer incident and identifying a risk of electrical shock. An electric short will develop when this product is connected to a wall outlet with a two-line feed, ...
With the holiday season in full swing, Nova Scotians are urged to keep safety top-of-mind
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP urges Nova Scotians to keep safety top-of-mind over the holidays With the holiday season in full swing, Nova Scotians are urged to keep safety top-of-mind. “Unfortunately, we see a spike in some types of crime this time of year,” says Cpl. Chris Marshall of the Nova Scotia RCMP. “With the ...
Transport Canada Recall – Polaris ATV
**** Transport Canada Release Transport Canada Recall – Polaris AT Issue Issue: On certain ATVs, a wiring harness may not have been assembled properly. As a result, a wire to the voltage regulator could contact a brake line or the vehicle frame and cause a short circuit. This could also result in a loss of ...
VirtualCareNS Appointments Available on Sunday
**** NSHA Media Release VirtualCareNS Appointments Available on Sunday Family doctors and nurse practitioners will be providing a limited number of online appointments between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022 for people on the Need a Family Practice Registry. VirtualCareNS is a popular option to access care for Nova Scotians who currently ...
Shorter Wait Times for Eye Surgeries / Primary care pop-up clinic at Dartmouth General Hospital this weekend
**** CNS Media Release Shorter Wait Times for Eye Surgeries ————————————————————– More Nova Scotians will get their eye surgeries sooner thanks to an expanded partnership between Nova Scotia Health and Halifax Vision Surgical Centre. Under a new agreement, the centre will perform up to 6,000 cataract surgeries next year, an increase of about 3,700 from ...
Upcoming dip via Cold Play NS
Upcoming dip via Cold Play NS. See pics for details. Repost We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ...
Scotch™ Thermal Laminator TL1302 recalled due to potential fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Scotch™ Thermal Laminator TL1302 recalled due to potential fire hazard Issue A safety feature may not operate correctly to turn off power if the product enters an overheating state due to a thermal malfunction, posing a potential fire hazard. As of November 4, 2022, the company has received no reports of ...
New Investments Support Caregivers in Long-Term Care Facilities, At Home
**** SENIORS/LONG-TERM Care Release New Investments Support Caregivers in Long-Term Care Facilities, At Home ——————————————————– NOTE: A list of the new investments follows this release. ——————————————————– Long-term care facilities and home-care agencies will receive increased funding to help ensure ongoing, responsive care for seniors and other Nova Scotians relying on their services. The Province is ...
DYK? There is a Nova Scotia Human Trafficking Hotline
Via RCMP DYK? There is a Nova Scotia Human Trafficking Hotline, 902-449-2425, which is monitored 24/7 by a police officer. If you have concerns or would like to provide information to the police about suspected human trafficking, call the hotline today. ...
New Endoscopy Room Open at Dartmouth General Hospital
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release New Endoscopy Room Open at Dartmouth General Hospital More Nova Scotians are receiving potentially life-saving cancer screening and treatment with the opening of a new endoscopy room at Dartmouth General Hospital. It is the third endoscopy room at the hospital and allows about 125 more people each month to ...
The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to register for the Eastern Shore Lifeguard Training Program.
**** HRM Media Release Registration opens for Eastern Shore Lifeguard Training Program The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to register for the Eastern Shore Lifeguard Training Program. This free program will provide residents of the Eastern Shore with free transportation to training facilities from central community pick-up locations in the Eastern Shore area. This ...
New Online Program Helps People Manage Depression, Anxiety
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release New Online Program Helps People Manage Depression, Anxiety ——————————————————- Nova Scotians with mild to moderate depression or anxiety can now get free online coaching and skills development to help them cope. The Province has expanded an agreement with Tranquility, a program that helps people experiencing depression and anxiety better understand their ...
IKEA is recalling METALLISK espresso maker for cooktop 0.4L
**** Recall via Ikea IKEA is recalling METALLISK espresso maker for cooktop 0.4L IKEA urges all customers who own METALLISK espresso maker for cooktop 0.4L with the stainless-steel safety valve, date stamps between 2040 and 2204 (yyww), to stop using it and to contact IKEA for a full refund. Safety is a top priority ...
H for Happy™ 50- Count LED Basic Christmas String Lights in White recalled due to electric shock hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada H for Happy™ 50- Count LED Basic Christmas String Lights in White recalled due to electric shock hazard Issue Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that the decorative lighting strings may pose an electric shock hazard to consumers. As of November 29, 2022, the company has received ...
Emergency Overnight Winter Shelter in Lower Sackville
**** CNS Media Release Emergency Overnight Winter Shelter in Lower Sackville ——————————————————- The Province will contribute $378,000 to support a new emergency shelter in Lower Sackville this winter to serve people experiencing homelessness. The shelter at St. Elizabeth Seton Church will open early this month and provide 20 beds for all genders. It will operate ...
Christmas time decorating creates tempting unsafe use of extension cords & power bars
Via Fire Service Association of Nova Scotia Christmas time decorating creates tempting unsafe use of extension cords & power bars Never use indoor extension cords outdoors. Don’t plug multiple cords together. Don’t run extension cords under rugs or furniture. Never tape extension cords to floors or attach them to surfaces with staples or nails. ...
My First Words cube by Placote recalled due to chemical hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada My First Words cube by Placote recalled due to chemical hazard Issue The recalled product may contain lead above the regulatory limits. Under the Toys Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell toys that contains more than 90 mg/kg total lead. Lead ...
Cold Play NS December dip scheduled
Cold Play NS December dip scheduled Dozens dipped at the Dingle earlier today, ranging from new to the growing trend to veterans. December will continue to be a busy dip month as the weather cools off. Repost (Health) We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for ...
(Update) Advisory – Comfort centrer and safety for ongoing fire in Goodwood
**** HRM Media Release UPDATE – The fire at 21 Mills Dr, Goodwood, is ongoing. Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency remains on scene and fire operations continue. Smoke conditions and air quality have greatly improved so Prospect Road has reopened. Residents can return to their homes and the comfort centre is closed. Due to ...
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence
Via HRP – Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence. Let’s raise awareness & start conversations to end violence. Need support? Get help today: bit.ly/HRPVictimServices ...
PatientTrak provides faster access to information for Nova Scotia emergency department teams
**** NSHA Media Release PatientTrak provides faster access to information for Nova Scotia emergency department teams Emergency departments at Nova Scotia’s eight regional hospitals and IWK Health now have digital dashboards, making it easier and faster to provide care to patients. New software called PatientTrak provides clinical teams with an overview of the number of ...
New Emergency Overnight Winter Shelter in Dartmouth
**** CNS Media Release New Emergency Overnight Winter Shelter in Dartmouth ——————————————————– The Province will provide funding for another emergency shelter in Halifax Regional Municipality this winter to help people experiencing homelessness. In partnership with Christ Church and 902 Man Up, the Dartmouth shelter will open in early December, providing 20 beds for men and ...
Donor support allows QEII Health Sciences Centre to become first in Atlantic Canada to make real-time use of MR Fusion biopsy technology for more precise detection of prostate cancer
**** NSHA Media Release Donor support allows QEII Health Sciences Centre to become first in Atlantic Canada to make real-time use of MR Fusion biopsy technology for more precise detection of prostate cancer Nova Scotia Health’s QEII Health Sciences Centre made history again this fall, becoming the first hospital in Atlantic Canada to use ...
Indigo Branded Papa Bear and Mama Bear Mugs Recalled due to Burn and Laceration Hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada Indigo Branded Papa Bear and Mama Bear Mugs Recalled due to Burn and Laceration Hazards Issue Mugs may crack or break when filled with hot liquid, posing a burn and laceration hazards to users. As of September 27, 2022, the company has received eight incident reports in Canada of the mug cracking while ...
Cold Play NS – See you all for our next dip on Sunday!!!
Via Cold Play NS See you all for our next dip on Sunday!!! The first 10 mins will be dedicated to the seasoned dippers giving tips and tricks to the newbies for moving into cold weather dipping. Always good to learn from each other to stay safe and happy. (see pics for details) . . ...
Tips from IWK Pharmacy to help navigate current liquid medication shortages
**** IWK Health Release Tips from IWK Pharmacy to help navigate current liquid medication shortages It is currently difficult for parents to access liquid products for the treatment of pain and fever. The IWK would like to reassure our patients and families that your pharmacist is always available to advise on medication alternatives and ensure ...
Doctors to Help with Doctor Recruitment
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Doctors to Help with Doctor Recruitment ————————————————————- Doctors already living and working in the province will now play a lead role in convincing other doctors to practice in Nova Scotia. Six doctors will serve as MD recruitment leads, participating in site visits and meeting with potential candidates to share their experiences ...
Your donation can impact the recipient, their family, community, even the entire country
Via Canadian Blood Services Your donation can impact the recipient, their family, community, even the entire country. Donate and make all the difference. Link – https://www.blood.ca/en?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social-paid&utm_campaign=national-multi&utm_content=CONSIDstatic&fbclid=IwAR2LrCpEtmZIxvcJ1Nkg6UqvJu8s6YRPBlfqHfPzdeIbclMs4h1i7yB5iAc ...
Expanded outpatient services at Cobequid Community Health Centre
**** NSHA Media Release Expanded outpatient services at Cobequid Community Health Centre Nova Scotia Health is pleased to announce it is expanding hours for some outpatient services at Cobequid Community Health Centre in Lower Sackville to Saturdays, beginning on November 26, 2022. Patients with appointments will be served in diagnostic imaging, blood collection and ...
HyperJuice 130W USB-C Battery Pack recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada HyperJuice 130W USB-C Battery Pack recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. As of November 15, 2022, the company has received 2 reports of the unit overheating in the United ...
Nova Scotia Health expands trial of automated reminder calls to help prevent no-shows & more efficiently use diagnostic imaging resources
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health expands trial of automated reminder calls to help prevent no-shows & more efficiently use diagnostic imaging resources Diagnostic Imaging departments across Cape Breton are expanding the trial of automated appointment reminder calls to help prevent no-shows, a common and costly problem that extends wait times. Last year ...
Cold Play NS – SUNSET DIP SATURDAY
Info via Cold Play NS SUNSET DIP SATURDAY The group dip scheduled for Saturday will be at Rainbow Haven at 4:30pm! Keep in mind the gate is closed, so meet on the beach nearest the first boardwalk. Repost (Health) We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good ...
Urgent! Donations requested. Three families lost everything in a Housefire this morning on McKays Lane
Please help This post has been made by Barbara Adams after an early morning fire destroyed a duplex in Eastern Passage. “Urgent! Donations requested. Three families lost everything in a Housefire this morning on McKays Lane. Thankfully, the 3 adults, two-year-old boy and 15-year-old male teen are OK. Anyone wishing to drop off gift cards ...
Municipality seeking input on Public Safety Strategy
**** HRM Media Release Municipality seeking input on Public Safety Strategy The Halifax Regional Municipality’s Public Safety Office is inviting residents to provide input on the new three-year Public Safety Strategy. The draft Strategy, which outlines public safety priorities and activities for 2023-2026 has been developed based on consultations and recommendations from several strategic ...
More Funding to Support Healthcare Recruitment and Retention
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release More Funding to Support Healthcare Recruitment and Retention ———————————————————- Community groups and municipalities can now apply for up to $100,000 for projects to help recruit and retain healthcare professionals in Nova Scotia. “We know that healthcare recruitment is most successful when people who live and work in the community are ...
Update: Generac and DR Portable Generators Recalled due to Finger Amputation and Crush Hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada Update: Generac and DR Portable Generators Recalled due to Finger Amputation and Crush Hazards Issue The folding handle on the side of the generators can pinch the user’s fingers, posing an amputation and crush hazard, unless the locking pin has been properly inserted to secure the handle in place before ...
A cold dip is coming up with Cold Play NS
A cold dip is coming up with Cold Play NS. Check out the images for more information Repost (Health) We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good ...
Nova Scotia Joins National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence
**** CNS Media Release STATUS OF WOMEN–Nova Scotia Joins National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence ——————————————————– Gender-based violence is a complex issue that can happen in any relationship, and it continues to be a significant barrier to achieving gender equality in Canada. Today, November 9, Nova Scotia joined the Government of Canada and other ...
Public Health investigating death of person due to meningococcal disease
**** NSHA Media Release Public Health investigating death of person due to meningococcal disease Public Health is investigating a suspected case of meningococcal meningitis in the Western Zone of Nova Scotia. The person, who attended Saint Mary’s University, passed away in hospital this weekend. Public Health has already identified and been in contact with ...
Overcrowding at QEII Health Sciences Centre November 8, 2022
**** NSHA Media Release Overcrowding at QEII Health Sciences Centre November 8, 2022 The QEII Health Sciences Centre is experiencing serious overcapacity. This may result in long waits for patients in the Halifax Infirmary emergency department. We appreciate your continued patience. These conditions are likely to continue through the long weekend. Please do not ...
Global medical isotope shortage affecting nuclear medicine services
**** NSHA Media Release Global medical isotope shortage affecting nuclear medicine services Nova Scotia Health has been alerted to a worldwide medical isotope shortage due to a technical problem with a reactor in Europe. Medical isotopes are used to support many nuclear medicine departments across the province. In nuclear medicine, a very small, safe amount ...
More Housing in Dartmouth, Stellarton for Community College Students
**** CNS Media Release More Housing in Dartmouth, Stellarton for Community College Students ——————————————————- Construction is underway at NSCC’s Akerley campus in Dartmouth and the Pictou campus in Stellarton. Those facilities are expected to open in September 2024, while construction at the Ivany campus in Dartmouth is set to begin with an expected opening in ...
When residents turn their clocks back an hour, they should also change the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
**** HRFE Release Reset your clocks, change your batteries Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency (HRFE) wishes to remind residents to ‘fall back’ tomorrow before heading to bed. When residents turn their clocks back an hour, they should also change the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Also, residents are reminded to check the ...
When you turn your clocks back this weekend, don’t forget to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries
Via HRFE – It’s time! When you turn your clocks back this weekend, don’t forget to test your smoke alarms and change the batteries ...
Future Motion recalls footpads for Onewheel GT Electric Skateboards due to bystander injury hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Future Motion recalls footpads for Onewheel GT Electric Skateboards due to bystander injury hazard Issue The footpad can fail to disengage after the rider has dismounted while the board is in motion and the skateboard can unexpectedly continue to operate, posing an injury hazard to bystanders. As of October ...
Hey Dipping fam jam! It’s our 1st Birthday this weekend!
**** Cold Dip NS Release Hey Dipping fam jam! It’s our 1st Birthday this weekend! Come join us for a dip and some cake! Feel free to bring something to the party if inspired! See you Saturday Nov 5th at 10am at MacCormack’s Beach in Eastern Passage HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US!!!! (Health) Dipping at the ...
Unlicensed ozone saunas may pose serious health risks to users and anyone in close proximity
**** Info via Health Canada Unlicensed ozone saunas may pose serious health risks to users and anyone in close proximity Issue Health Canada is warning that ozone saunas may pose serious health risks to users and to anyone in close proximity. In Canada, ozone saunas require a medical device licence from Health Canada to be ...
Halifax Infirmary Opens New, Specialized Operating Room
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release Halifax Infirmary Opens New, Specialized Operating Room ——————————————————— ——————————————————— A unique type of operating room that includes advanced diagnostic imaging equipment is now in use at the Halifax Infirmary site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre. The hybrid operating room, the first in Atlantic Canada, allows patients having cardiac or ...
Emergency Health Services Adds Nurses to 911 Team
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Emergency Health Services Adds Nurses to 911 Team ————————————————– Emergency Health Services (EHS) is adding more resources to its medical communications centre to manage non-life-threatening calls so paramedics can focus on emergencies. Starting in November, a registered nurse will join the clinical support paramedic and physician at the centre to give ...
BoxHot Glow Sticks Battery recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada BoxHot Glow Sticks Battery recalled due to fire hazard Issue The Glow Sticks Battery can overheat while charging, posing burn and fire hazards. As of October 17, 2022, the company has received 4 reports of the batteries overheating during charging, resulting in minor property damage with no injuries reported in ...
Amazon Basics High Back Executive Desk Chairs recalled due to Fall Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Amazon Basics High Back Executive Desk Chairs recalled due to Fall Hazard Issue The legs of the chairs can break, posing a fall hazard. As of October 7, 2022, the company has received 42 reports of incidents related to chair breakage in Canada, including 2 reports of falls ...
Pine-Sol® Scented Multi-Surface Cleaners recalled due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria
**** Recall via Health Canada Pine-Sol® Scented Multi-Surface Cleaners recalled due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria Issue The recalled products may contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems or external medical devices ...
The Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding everyone to stay in good spirits as youngsters take to the streets
**** RCMP Media Release Plan ahead for a safe Halloween With just five more sleeps until Halloween night, ghosts and goblins are planning their devilish routes. So, the Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding everyone to stay in good spirits as youngsters take to the streets. Whether you’re planning to collect treats at a few neighbours’ ...
Who’s ready to get spooky during our next weekend dip?!!
Via Cold Play NS Who’s ready to get spooky during our next weekend dip?!!! Let’s have some fun with this! Can’t wait 💀🎃👻👹😇 Repost (Health) We spoke to Jule about Cole Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release We spoke to Jule about Cole Play NS about what ...
Chimney Fires Can Occur At Anytime If Your Chimney Hasn’t Been Properly Cleaned And Checked For External And Internal Damage Prior To Winter
**** Info via the Bedford Volunteer Firefighters Association Chimney Fires Can Occur At Anytime If Your Chimney Hasn’t Been Properly Cleaned And Checked For External And Internal Damage Prior To Winter Use. But Do You Know What To Look For? Chimney fires can occur at anytime if your chimney hasn’t been properly cleaned and checked ...
RCMP officers across the province have been attending an increasing number of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) collisions
**** RCMP Media Release Nova Scotia RCMP asks off-highway vehicle users to keep safety top-of-mind RCMP officers across the province have been attending an increasing number of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) collisions. “Every year, the RCMP responds to numerous fatal and serious injury collisions involving ATVs,” says S/Sgt. Ben Parry of the Nova Scotia RCMP’s Traffic ...
UNREAL brand dark chocolate coconut minis recalled due to Salmonella
**** Recall via Health Canada UNREAL brand dark chocolate coconut minis recalled due to Salmonella Issue The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recalled product has been sold in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Affected products Brand Product Size ...
Another cold dip coming up
**** Via Cold Play Another cold dip coming up. See pics for details . . . . Repost We spoke to Jule about Cole Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release We spoke to Jule about Cole Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for ...
The Sexual Misconduct Response Centre Launches a New Grant Program to Increase Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors
**** DND Media Release The Sexual Misconduct Response Centre Launches a New Grant Program to Increase Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Improving access to support services across Canada for those who have been affected by sexual misconduct within the Defence community is a top priority for the Department of National Defence (DND) and the ...
Nova Scotia Health Trauma Program launches new QEII Inpatient Trauma Consult Service
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health Trauma Program launches new QEII Inpatient Trauma Consult Service The Nova Scotia Health Trauma Program launched its new QEII Inpatient Trauma Consult Service on October 17 to facilitate dedicated, daily care for all major trauma patients in the province after admission to the QEII. The trauma ...
We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you!
We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! (Q) Who are you and what is your group? Jule Shanks, the group is called “Cold Play NS” -the fbk group was started by myself in Nov 2021 in the hopes of building a community, now we ...
Loblaw hits the brakes on food inflation by freezing prices on 1,500 no name® products
**** Loblaws Media Release Loblaw hits the brakes on food inflation by freezing prices on 1,500 no name® products Loblaw Companies Ltd (TSX: L; “Loblaw”) announced a price freeze on more than 1,500 no name brand items, in an effort provide grocery-bill predictability to Canadians facing the highest food inflation in decades. With a range of grocery ...
Applications Open for Heating Assistance Rebate Program
**** Service NS Release Applications Open for Heating Assistance Rebate Program —————————————————————- Help with home heating costs is now available for Nova Scotians living on low incomes. Applications for the Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) open today, October 17, for the 2022-23 heating season. The annual program provides a rebate of up to $200 to ...
Water testing resumes at Nova Scotia Health facilities
**** NSHA Media Release Water testing resumes at Nova Scotia Health facilities The Environmental Services Laboratory at the QEII Health Sciences Centre will resume accepting water samples for chemical testing from municipal, registered, and private water supply owners, starting Monday, Oct. 17. The water testing service was temporarily suspended due to a reagent/chemical supply ...
Amendments to the Labour Standards Code will ensure an employee who experiences the end of a pregnancy can take a protected leave from work
**** CNS Media Release Amendments Create Leave for People Experiencing End of Pregnancy —————————————————————- Amendments to the Labour Standards Code introduced today, October 14, will ensure an employee who experiences the end of a pregnancy can take a protected leave from work. The term “end of pregnancy” is defined as a pregnancy that does not ...
Amherst police chief Dwayne Pike wants to remind folks that being homeless is not a crime.
**** Amherst Police Release Amherst police chief Dwayne Pike wants to remind folks that being homeless is not a crime. Homelessness is not a crime says Amherst police chief People need to remember that “homelessness is not a crime,” says Amherst Police Chief Dwayne Pike. “We also need to understand and guard ourselves against the ...
Support for Emergency Services Providers
**** CNS Media Release Support for Emergency Services Providers ———————————————————- ————————————————————– The Province is investing more than $1 million to help first responder organizations purchase safety equipment needed to help and protect people and communities. “Our volunteer first responders have an essential role in the safety of our communities, and I thank them for their ...
Nova Scotia Health is experiencing high patient volumes this week at hospitals in all zones
**** NSHA Media Release Overcrowding at Nova Scotia Health hospitals this week Nova Scotia Health is experiencing high patient volumes this week at hospitals in all zones. Patient waits in emergency departments may be long. We appreciate your continued patience. Please do not hesitate to visit the emergency department if you are experiencing an ...
Construction of IWK Health’s new pediatric emergency department is underway
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Construction of New IWK Emergency Department Underway Construction of IWK Health’s new pediatric emergency department is underway. The project will create a larger, more modern emergency department that will enable the IWK to continue delivering high standards of care for patients and families from across the Maritimes, while providing ...
Nova Scotia Launches Provincewide Mental Health and Addictions Peer Support Line
**** CNS Media Release Nova Scotia Launches Provincewide Mental Health and Addictions Peer Support Line —————————————————————- Nova Scotians dealing with mental health and substance use concerns will soon be able to call a toll-free line to talk to people who have overcome similar challenges. Beginning Wednesday, October 12, Nova Scotians with mild mental health or ...
As with every long weekend, we want to wish you all a safe Thanksgiving
As with every long weekend, we want to wish you all a safe Thanksgiving. Please do not drive impaired if you are travelling and pre adjust your belts before supper. Take care everyone! ...
Mental Health Day Focuses on Providing Supports
**** CNS Media Release Mental Health Day Focuses on Providing Supports ————————————————————- Monday, October 10, is World Mental Health Day, a day for Nova Scotians to reflect on their own mental health and the mental health of others. “World Mental Health Day is an important time to raise awareness and have meaningful conversations, but we ...
Certain Circle K / Couche Tard brand Sandwiches recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain Circle K / Couche Tard brand Sandwiches recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes Issue The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recalled products have been sold in Quebec and may have been distributed in other provinces and territories. Product Size UPC ...
Children’s ibuprofen/acetaminophen shortage: What you should know and do
**** Health Canada Release Children’s ibuprofen/acetaminophen shortage: What you should know and do Affected products Pediatric/infant and children’s acetaminophen and ibuprofen products produced by various manufacturers. Issue Since earlier this year, supplies of various formats of non-prescription pediatric/infant and children’s acetaminophen and ibuprofen products have been limited in retail and pharmacy locations and hospitals across ...
Optimus Gemini 2-Burner Gas Stove recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Optimus Gemini 2-Burner Gas Stove recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The recalled stove’s gas regulator can have a tear in the seal causing a gas leak, posing a fire hazard. Affected products This recall involves Optimus Gemini 2-Burner Gas Stove, used for outdoor living. The stoves are black metal with ...
Fire Prevention Week is October 9 – 15, 2022
**** HRFE Release Fire Prevention Week is October 9 – 15, 2022 This year’s FPW campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape™” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires. Today’s homes burn faster than ever. You may have as ...
Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire
**** Info via Bedford Volunteer Firefighters Association The Origin of Fire Prevention Week The Historical Origin of Fire Prevention Week Commemorating a conflagration Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more ...
Support for Community Projects to Help Older Nova Scotians Stay Active
**** CNS Media Release Support for Community Projects to Help Older Nova Scotians Stay Active ————————————————————- Community groups are encouraged to create new projects to help Nova Scotia seniors be active and involved in their communities. Funding for projects is available through the annual Age-Friendly Communities Grant program, which is now open for applications. “Seniors ...
Inverness County District RCMP respond to drowning in Margaree River
**** RCMP Media Release Inverness County District RCMP respond to drowning in Margaree River On October 4, 2022, at approximately 5:45 p.m., Inverness County District RCMP, fire and EHS responded to a report of two men in distress in the Margaree River, near Margaree Forks. Upon arrival, RCMP officers learned that the Margaree Forks Volunteer ...
Online safety for children and youth
**** HRP Media Release Online safety for children and youth What are the risks of interacting online? Cyberbullying and harassment. Physical harm: the Internet, including email, social media sites, chat areas, bulletin boards and messaging can be used to gain a person’s confidence, particularly that of a child or youth, and then arrange a face-to-face meeting. ...
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health seeking input for Accessibility Action Plan
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health seeking input for Accessibility Action Plan Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health are seeking public input as part of the preliminary consultation to develop a shared Accessibility Action Plan by spring 2023. Do you have suggestions to improve accessibility for a disabled person in ...
Seniors Week Focuses on Safety Following Hurricane Fiona
**** CNS Media Release Seniors Week Focuses on Safety Following Hurricane Fiona —————————————————————- October 1 to 8 is Seniors Week in Nova Scotia, a chance to celebrate seniors and highlight their community contributions. In the wake of hurricane Fiona, Nova Scotians are asked to check in on older Nova Scotians as cleanup continues. “We know ...
Increased HIV cases in Nova Scotia
**** NSHA Media Release Increased HIV cases in Nova Scotia Public Health and its clinical partners have observed an increase in people newly diagnosed with HIV in Nova Scotia. Normally, Public Health expects to see approximately 15-20 new cases of HIV in Nova Scotia during an entire year. This year, by the end of ...
Nova Scotia Health launching mental health and addictions Text4Support research study
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health launching mental health and addictions Text4Support research study Nova Scotia Health’s Mental Health and Addictions Program, in collaboration with Nova Scotia Health Innovation HUB and the QEII Foundation, have launched a research study on supportive text messages for mental health and addictions clients aged 18 and up accessing ...
Comfort centres open – Friday, September 30, 8 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Comfort centres open – Friday, September 30, 8 a.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that comfort centres will be open on Friday, September 30 at the following locations: Moser River Community Hall, 28975 Highway 7, Moser River | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mushaboom Fire Hall, 22 Powers Road, ...
Comfort centre open – Thursday, Sept. 29, 6:30 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Comfort centre open – Thursday, Sept. 29, 6:30 a.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that a comfort centre will be open today, Thursday, Sept. 29, at the Findlay Community Centre (26 Elliot Street, Dartmouth) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The status of comfort centres continues to be ...
Nova Scotia Health launches mobile primary care service
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health launches mobile primary care service Nova Scotia Health is launching a mobile primary care clinic in partnership with EHS and local communities. Its first location is in Sydney on Thursday, Sept. 29, at Seventh Exchange, (Churchill Drive Extension, Kenekala Court, Membertou, Exit 7A off of Highway 125) ...
Province Supports New Emergency Shelter in HRM
**** CNS Media Release Province Supports New Emergency Shelter in HRM ———————————————————– The Province will provide funding for an emergency shelter this winter in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) to ensure people experiencing homelessness have a safe, warm place to stay. “We know that people experiencing homelessness deserve a dignified place to shelter in the colder ...
Comfort centres open – Wednesday, September 28, 6:30 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Comfort centres open – Wednesday, September 28, 6:30 a.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents the following comfort centres are open: Moser River Community Hall, 28975 Highway 7 | 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Beaver Bank Kinsac Community Centre, 1583 Beaver Bank Road, Beaver Bank | 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. ...
NSP SAFETY MESSAGE: HELPING KEEP OUR CUSTOMERS AND CREWS SAFE
**** NSP Release NSP SAFETY MESSAGE: HELPING KEEP OUR CUSTOMERS AND CREWS SAFE The safety of our customers and crews is priority as we continue to work to restore power across the province. Thousands of Nova Scotians have had their every day lives interrupted with damage caused by Hurricane Fiona. It has generated national and ...
There will be a feee food truck today at the Dartmouth North Community Centre to help provide hot meals
Take note: According to Councillor Tony Mancini, there will be a food truck today at 330pm at the Dartmouth North Community Centre to help provide hot meals to those still without power and the municipality is paying the bill. The truck will be available while supplies last ...
Municipality distributes water to residents in need
**** HRM Media Release Municipality distributes water to residents in nee The Halifax Regional Municipality is offering drinking water for those dealing with impacts from Hurricane Fiona and dry wells due to dry conditions. The municipality is working alongside the Province of Nova Scotia and using its Joint Emergency Management teams to ensure residents without ...
Public Service Announcement Comfort centres open – Tuesday, September 27, 9 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Public Service Announcement Comfort centres open – Tuesday, September 27, 9 a.m. UPDATE: The Fairview Family Resource Centre will be closed today. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the following comfort centres are open: Royal Canadian Legion Branch #58, 23566 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Sheet Harbour | 9 a.m. to ...
Woodlawn Medical Clinic will remain closed Tuesday, September 27th,
Update via Woodlawn Medical Clinic “Woodlawn Medical Clinic will remain closed Tuesday, September 27th, as we are still without power. Will update with re-opening as soon as our power has been restored.Thank you!” ...
Comfort centres open – Monday, September 26, 11:30 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Comfort centres open – Monday, September 26, 11:30 a.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the following comfort centres are open: Prospect Road Community Centre, 2141 Prospect Road, Hatchet Lake | 1 to 5 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #58, 23566 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Sheet Harbour | 9 a.m. ...
Paramedics Recognized on Medic Monday
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS- Release Paramedics Recognized on Medic Monday —————————————————————- Today, September 26, is Medic Monday in Nova Scotia, a day to celebrate the more than 1,200 paramedics who provide emergency care, comfort and hope to people across the province. “Paramedics have a special place in the hearts of Nova Scotians. They always give their best ...
Woodlawn blood collection services closed Sept. 26
**** NSHA Media Release Woodlawn blood collection services closed Sept. 26 Woodlawn blood collection services closed tomorrow, Sept. 26 Dartmouth, NS – Blood collection services at Woodlawn Medical Clinic in Dartmouth will be closed tomorrow, Sept. 26, due to lack of power. Patients who have appointments at this location are asked instead to go to ...
Hurricane Fiona update: Most Nova Scotia Health services will operate as scheduled on Monday
**** NSHA Media Release Hurricane Fiona update: Most Nova Scotia Health services will operate as scheduled on Monday Most Nova Scotia Health services will operate as scheduled Monday. However, areas most affected by Hurricane Fiona will see some changes in order to focus on the most urgent care. Please note the following service changes planned ...
Hurricane Fiona update: Nova Scotia Health asks those who can wait for care not to visit emergency departments
**** NSHA Media Release Hurricane Fiona update: Nova Scotia Health asks those who can wait for care not to visit emergency departments Nova Scotia Health is working to provide as much service as possible while recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Fiona. Our emergency departments around the province are busy. We encourage those Nova Scotians ...
Comfort Centres open – Sunday, Sept. 25, 10:25 a.m.
**** HRM Media Release Comfort Centres open – Sunday, Sept. 25, 10:25 a.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the following comfort centres are open: Beaver Bank Kinsac Community Centre, 1583 Beaver Bank Road, Beaver Bank (now to 7 p.m.) Royal Canadian Legion Branch #58, 23566 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Sheet Harbour (9 ...
Stove and generator safety via HRFE
Via HRFE – If you are using a cooking appliance such as a stove or oven when the power goes out turn the appliance off immediately. You never want to risk forgetting that it was on and having a kitchen fire should you be asleep or even in another room when the power is restored. ...
Hurricane Fiona and Nova Scotia Health appointments, cancellations, and temporary closures
**** NSHA Media Release Hurricane Fiona and Nova Scotia Health appointments, cancellations, and temporary closures As Hurricane Fiona approaches, Nova Scotia Health would like to inform the public of the possibility that some Nova Scotia Health services and appointments could be impacted by the inclement weather. Cancellations and closures are posted on Nova Scotia ...
Multiple warnings as Hurricane Fiona moves in: Be safe and look in on others after the storm
Multiple weather warnings are in effect via Environment Canada in relation to Hurricane Fiona. Even an indirect path to HRM is still calling for damaging winds and rain and likely power outages. Please be safe and ready, everyone. And a ask of me, of you are able to. After the storm and you and your ...
Power outage and frozen food tip
Found this on Facebook. Not a bad idea! (Power outage tip) “It’s called the one cup tip. You put a cup of water in your freezer. Freeze it solid and then put a quarter on top of it and leave it in your freezer. That way when power come back after you can tell if ...
Spalding Momentous EZ Portable Basketball Goal recalled due to impact hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Spalding Momentous EZ Portable Basketball Goal recalled due to impact hazard Issue Welds in the arm attaching the backboard to the pole may fail and cause the backboard to fall, posing an impact hazard. As of September 20, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents or injury in ...
Leadership Changes in Health Recruitment, Education and Early Childhood Development
**** CNS Media Release Leadership Changes in Health Recruitment, Education and Early Childhood Development —————————————————————- New leadership is being put in place at the Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development. Dr. Nicole Boutilier, Vice-President of Medicine, Nova Scotia Health, and Craig Beaton, Associate Deputy Minister, Department of ...
The Halifax Regional Municipality is pleased to welcome a new accessible taxi service
**** HRM Media Release Accessible taxi service launches The Halifax Regional Municipality is pleased to welcome a new accessible taxi service available to residents throughout the municipality. In March 2022, Regional Council unanimously approved a staff recommendation to grant a three-year contract to Extra Care Taxi to provide an accessible taxi service for passengers who are ...
CTFFRAtlantic is proud to announce our collaborative partnership Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency
**** CTFFRAtlantic Release CTFFRAtlantic is proud to announce our collaborative partnership Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency Canine Therapy for First Responders is thrilled to introduce and welcome our new Facility Dog team! A grand welcome to K9 Siren, owned and handled by Captain Annette Thompson. K9 Siren will enter our Facility Dog program led by ...
Annapolis District RCMP investigating serious ATV collision / Pictou County District RCMP respond to swimmers in distress
**** RCMP Media Release Annapolis District RCMP investigating serious ATV collision Annapolis District RCMP is investigating a serious collision that occurred on a trail near Hwy. 10 in New Albany. On September 10, at approximately 12:50 p.m., Annapolis District RCMP, fire services, and EHS responded to a report of a collision on a trail near Hwy. 10 ...
Halifax Infirmary site emergency department is experiencing high patient volumes
**** NSHA Media Release Overcrowding at QEII Health Sciences Centre, Saturday, September 10, 2022 The QEII Health Sciences Centre’s Halifax Infirmary site emergency department is experiencing high patient volumes this weekend. Patient waits in the emergency department may be long. We appreciate your continued patience. Please do not hesitate to visit the QEII ...
A purr-fect companion makes Braeside feel like home
**** NSHA Media Release A purr-fect companion makes Braeside feel like home When Andrea Monk, a recreation therapy assistant, arrives for work at Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital’s Home for Special Care, (known as Braeside) she is enthusiastically greeted by a hungry office mate, waiting patiently to be fed. At first glance, he appears a little ...
Mental health crisis support in Halifax
**** HRP Media Release Mental health crisis support in Halifax Mental health crisis support Call 902.429.8167 or 1.888.429.8167 (toll free) any time if you feel like you need help. Service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team helps children, youth, and adults manage a mental health crisis, such as: thoughts ...
September marks the beginning of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
**** Canadian Cancer Society Release September marks the beginning of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Did you know that prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men (excluding non-melanoma skin cancers) and the third leading cause of death from cancer in men in Canada? It’s estimated that about 1 in 8 Canadian men will ...
Back to school safety via HRP
**** HRP Media Release Back to school safety via HRP In addition to following Nova Scotia Public Health directives, there are a few safety tips that can help things run smoothly and keep students safe when returning to school. Tips for parents and guardians Teach your child basic traffic safety rules never dart out between parked cars ...
Parking temporarily unavailable at QEII Halifax Infirmary’s Summer Street entrance
**** NSHA Media Release Parking temporarily unavailable at QEII Halifax Infirmary’s Summer Street entrance Please be advised that beginning Tuesday, September 6, 2022, work will begin on the paving and expansion of the Summer Street driveway entrance at the QEII Health Sciences Centre’s Halifax Infirmary (HI). As a result, all metered parking spots near the ...
UPPAbaby All-Terrain RIDGE Jogging Strollers recalled due to Fingertip Amputation Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada UPPAbaby All-Terrain RIDGE Jogging Strollers recalled due to Fingertip Amputation Hazard Issue The stroller’s rear disc brakes have openings that can cause amputation or laceration if a non-occupant child’s fingertip gets caught in the openings while the stroller is in use. As of August 30, 2022, the company has received no reports of injury in ...
All Nova Scotians on the Need a Family Practice Registry can now get free, online medical appointments through Virtual Care Nova Scotia
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Virtual Care Available to More Patients —————————————————————- All Nova Scotians on the Need a Family Practice Registry can now get free, online medical appointments through Virtual Care Nova Scotia (VirtualCareNS). Previously, people had to receive an email invitation to use VirtualCareNS. As of today, August 31, anyone on the Need ...
A new approach to the construction of community-based small option homes will allow Nova Scotians with disabilities to move into community sooner
**** CNS Media Release New Home Designs for People Living with Disabilities —————————————————————- A new approach to the construction of community-based small option homes will allow Nova Scotians with disabilities to move into community sooner. The Disability Support Program has procured two custom designs for modular homes that will meet the needs of residents and ...
Aqua Lung i330R SCUBA Diving Computers recalled due to Drowning Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Aqua Lung i330R SCUBA Diving Computers recalled due to Drowning Hazard Issue The dive computer can fail to automatically adjust to the user’s altitude by continuing to provide calculations for sea level dive times thus leading to considerable risk of the diver having decompression sickness. As of August 24, 2022, the company ...
Update – Municipality helps residents with well water shortages
**** HRM Media Release Update – Municipality helps residents with well water shortages The Halifax Regional Municipality is offering drinking water for those dealing with dry wells due to dry conditions. The municipality is working alongside the Province of Nova Scotia and using its Joint Emergency Management teams to ensure residents with urgent dry well ...
Penhorn Lake Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Penhorn Lake Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Penhorn Lake Beach in Dartmouth has reopened to swimming. Penhorn Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as one unsupervised beach, during the summer ...
Metra Animal Emergency Clinic has been seeing more cases of water toxicity this month, so it seems like a good time for a gentle reminder
**** Info via Metra Animal Emergency Clinic We’ve been seeing more cases of water toxicity this month, so it seems like a good time for a gentle reminder! Water toxicity can sneak up unexpectedly, so know when to call it quits. Water play seems like a good thing on a hot summer day, right? ...
Kearney Lake Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kearney Lake Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kearney Lake Beach in Kearney Lake, Halifax, has reopened to swimming. Kearney Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during ...
Fireworks are Dangerous to Pets and Wildlife – SPCA share online petition from Ban Private Fireworks in Nova Scotia
**** NS SPCA Release Fireworks are Dangerous to Pets and Wildlife – SPCA share Petition The Nova Scotia SPCA advocates that fireworks, pyrotechnics, and gas-fired explosions should never be permitted to be used at events and is concerned about the impact fireworks have on companion animals and wildlife in the vicinity. The Nova Scotia SPCA ...
Nova Scotia Health collaborating with partners to help internationally educated nurse applicants by streamlining registration and licensing processes to get nurses into the system faster
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health collaborating with partners to help internationally educated nurse applicants by streamlining registration and licensing processes to get nurses into the system faster It’s clear that Canada’s health system, and health systems around the world, have longstanding issues that have been pushed to crisis situations due to the ...
Support for Ukrainian Healthcare Professionals
**** CNS Media Release Support for Ukrainian Healthcare Professionals —————————————————————- Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson will provide an update on efforts to support Ukrainian healthcare professionals to work in Nova Scotia. The announcement will take place on Thursday, August 25, at 11 a.m. in the media room, One Government Place, 1700 Granville St., Halifax. ...
Kearney Lake Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kearney Lake Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kearney Lake Beach in Halifax is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Kearney Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at ...
Since July 1, collections of blood, plasma and platelets have been steadily decreasing
**** Info via Canadian Blood Services Since July 1, collections of blood, plasma and platelets have been steadily decreasing and with a return to pre-pandemic summer activities and travel, donors have had less time to donate. Show up for patients and book your donation now. Same day and open appointment spots are available at donor ...
Monkeypox Case Confirmed in Nova Scotia
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Monkeypox Case Confirmed in Nova Scotia —————————————————————- Nova Scotia has its first confirmed case of monkeypox in a resident in the province. The person got the illness while travelling outside the province. Symptoms appeared after the person’s return to Nova Scotia. Public Health has been following this case closely ...
Swimmer’s Itch reported at Birch Cove Beach
**** HRM Media Release Swimmer’s Itch reported at Birch Cove Beach The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that several cases of swimmer’s itch have been reported at Birch Cove Beach in Dartmouth. Birch Cove Beach will remain open, but residents are advised to rinse well with water after using the lake. The presence ...
Tootsie Baby Water-Filled Teethers and Teether Keys recalled due to microbial contamination
**** Recall via Health Canada Tootsie Baby Water-Filled Teethers and Teether Keys recalled due to microbial contamination Issue Under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, teether fillings must not contain any living micro-organisms. Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that the liquid filling is contaminated with the bacteria Bacillus cereus, Candida parapsilosis, and Omithinibacillus californiensis. These ...
Province Funds Internationally Educated Nurses Licensing Review
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Province Funds Internationally Educated Nurses Licensing Review —————————————————- The government has provided one-time funding of $340,000 to the Nova Scotia College of Nursing to support the ongoing and comprehensive review of the registration and licensing process for internationally educated nurses. The review will look at how the existing process ...
Recall of one lot of pms-Hydromorphone due to packaging error that could potentially lead to overdose
**** Recall via Health Canada Recall of one lot of pms-Hydromorphone due to packaging error that could potentially lead to overdose Issue Pharmascience Inc. is recalling one lot of pms-Hydromorphone, 2 mg tablets, (lot 639268) as the bottles may contain hydromorphone tablets of a different strength (8 mg), meaning they contain higher amounts of hydromorphone. ...
Risk advisory in effect for the Shubenacadie Canal in Shubie Park due to possible blue-green algae bloom
**** HRM Media Release Risk advisory in effect for the Shubenacadie Canal in Shubie Park due to possible blue-green algae bloom The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of a possible blue-green algae bloom, a risk advisory is in effect for the Shubenacadie Canal, in Shubie Park, Dartmouth. Residents ...
Portuguese man o’ war have been sighted near Martinique Beach
**** DNR Release via Twitter Portuguese man o’ war have been sighted near Martinique Beach Take caution and avoid swimming if present. Don’t touch them in the water or on the shore. Stings can be painful and hazardous. Treat with vinegar and tell a lifeguard at a supervised beach. ...
Birch Cove Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Birch Cove Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Birch Cove Beach in Dartmouth has reopened to swimming. Birch Cove Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as one unsupervised beach, during the ...
UPDATE: Beginning Tuesday, August 23, bottled water will be available at Station 48, 1581 Beaver Bank Road from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
**** HRM Media Release UPDATE: Beginning Tuesday, August 23, bottled water will be available at Station 48, 1581 Beaver Bank Road from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Halifax Regional Municipality is offering drinking water for those dealing with dry wells due to dry conditions. The municipality is working alongside the Province of Nova Scotia and ...
Oakfield Beach due to possible blue-green algae
**** HRM Media Release Oakfield Beach due to possible blue-green algae August 18, 2022 (Halifax, NS) – The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of a possible blue-green algae benthic mat, a risk advisory is in effect for Oakfield Beach in Halifax. Residents are encouraged to avoid swimming ...
Expanding Rural Access to Urgent Mental Health, Addictions Care
**** HEALTH and Wellness Release Expanding Rural Access to Urgent Mental Health, Addictions Care —————————————————————- The Province is expanding access to urgent mental health and addictions care in rural communities. The Rural Access to Urgent Care initiative provides people attending rural emergency departments for urgent mental healthcare the option to receive a virtual mental health ...
Kinap Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kinap Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porters Lake is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised ...
NSHA have received a report from a community partner of counterfeit Percocet in the Halifax area
**** NSHA Media Release #DrugAlert NSHA have received a report from a community partner of counterfeit Percocet in the Halifax area The drug looks like a white pill with the letters TEC and centre scoring on front and is blank on the back. The pill had rough edges, a rough surface and was easily broken/flakey. ...
Birch Cove Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Birch Cove Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Birch Cove Beach in Dartmouth is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Birch Cove Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at ...
Makita LXT Cordless Hedge Trimmer Recalled due to Laceration and Injury Hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada Makita LXT Cordless Hedge Trimmer Recalled due to Laceration and Injury Hazards Issue The guard on the hedge trimmer shear blade was not installed on the affected product, posing a laceration and injury hazards. As of August 2, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries ...
Water Service Advisory – Halifax Peninsula – Water System Maintenance
**** Halifax Water Release Water Service Advisory – Halifax Peninsula – Water System Maintenance Please be advised that water system maintenance schedule was incorrectly dated for today, August 17. To clarify, Halifax Water crews will be undertaking water system maintenance from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, August 18. As a result of ...
Municipality helps residents with well water shortages
**** HRM Media Release Municipality helps residents with well water shortages The Halifax Regional Municipality is offering drinking water for those dealing with dry wells due to dry conditions. The municipality is working alongside the Province of Nova Scotia and using its Joint Emergency Management teams to ensure residents with urgent dry well issues have ...
(Update) Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Woodlawn Medical Clinic will remain closed for Aug 13th
**** Info via Woodlawn Medical Clinic UPDATE: The Woodlawn Medical Clinic is now open by appointments only for our duty clinic. All regular offices will reopen on Monday. Thank you, Management Repost (Health) Woodlawn Blood Collection Clinic temporary closure ** Release Woodlawn Blood Collection Clinic temporary closure Sent to us from managent *Due ...
Woodlawn Blood Collection Clinic temporary closure
**** NSHA Media Release Woodlawn Blood Collection Clinic temporary closure The Woodlawn Blood Collection clinic in Dartmouth is currently experiencing a technical service interruption that is impacting computers and desk phone access, including incoming and outgoing calls. The Clinic is closing early today at 3 p.m. and will remain closed until Monday August 15 at 7:00 a.m. Anyone ...
Just the facts: Cyberbullying
**** RCMP Media Release Just the facts: Cyberbullying Social media sites and text messaging have allowed taunts to enter cyberspace and follow victims everywhere they have their phone. What is it? Cyberbullying involves using computers, smartphones or other connected devices to embarrass, hurt, mock or threaten someone online. It can be anonymous and follow a ...
Lake Echo Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Lake Echo Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Lake Echo Beach has reopened to swimming. Lake Echo Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the summer months. ...
Kinap Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Releas Kinap Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porters Lake has reopened to swimming. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the summer months. ...
Water safety reminder from the Nova Scotia RCMP
**** RCMP Media Release Water safety reminder from the Nova Scotia RCMP The Nova Scotia RCMP has received an increase in calls relating to water safety, and would like to remind the public how to stay safe while enjoying water activities. Since August 1, the Nova Scotia RCMP has responded to 14 incidents related to ...
Risk advisory in effect for Cunard Lake Beach due to possible blue-green algae bloom
**** HRM Media Release Risk advisory in effect for Cunard Lake Beach due to possible blue-green algae bloom The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of a possible blue-green algae bloom, a risk advisory is in effect for Cunard Lake Beach in Halifax. Residents are encouraged to avoid swimming ...
Nova Scotia Health launches pilot program with Virtual Hallway
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health launches pilot program with Virtual Hallway Nova Scotia Health’s Innovation Hub has launched a six-month pilot program with Virtual Hallway, a Nova Scotian company that connects primary care providers with specialists to improve patient access to specialist care. Virtual Hallway aims to improve patient access to specialist care ...
Lake Echo Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Lake Echo Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Lake Echo Beach in Lake Echo is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Lake Echo Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality ...
Drug Alert for August 9, 2022
**** NSHA Media Release Drug Alert for August 9, 2022 NSHA have received a report from a community partner who tested a sample of cocaine, which came back positive for fentanyl in the Sydney, Cape Breton area. Fentanyl test strips and naloxone kits are available at the Ally Centre in Sydney on Prince St. The ...
Police responded to a workplace incident that occurred in Halifax
**** HRP Media Release Man injured in workplace incident Police responded to a workplace incident that occurred in Halifax yesterday. At approximately 1 p.m. officers responded to a workplace injury call on Massachusetts Avenue. A 59-year-old man fell from a piece of equipment and was transported to hospital for treatment of what are ...
Primal Patties for Dogs Beef Formula recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes
**** Recall via Health Canada Primal Patties for Dogs Beef Formula recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes Issue The recalled pet food may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, posing a risk of cross contamination and illness after handling the pet food. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in ...
Kinap Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kinap Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porter’s Lake is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised ...
Date labelling on pre-packaged foods
**** Info via Health Canada Date labelling on pre-packaged foods Information about dates on pre-packaged food is a valuable source of information for consumers. A basic understanding of what terms are used can help you to better understand these labels. There are different kinds of date markings, depending on the product. The most common ...
DEWALT 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saws recalled due to Laceration Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada DEWALT 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saws recalled due to Laceration Hazard Issue The rear guard assembly can break or detach, posing a laceration hazard to the user. As of June 13, 2022, the company has received one report of a laceration injury in Canada. In the United States, the company has received reports ...
Precautionary Evacuation Order – North Preston Community Centre
**** HRM Media Release Precautionary Evacuation Order – North Preston Community Centre At approximately 2:15 p.m. today, there was an incident at the Lake Major water treatment plant due to a mechanical malfunction with a crane. Working with Halifax Water, Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency commenced a precautionary evacuation of the children attending day camps ...
Risk advisory for off-leash dog area in Shubie Park Beach has been lifted
**** HRM Media Release Risk advisory for off-leash dog area in Shubie Park Beach has been lifted The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the blue-green algae risk advisory previously in effect for off-leash dog area of Shubie Park Beach at Lake Micmac in Dartmouth has been lifted. Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) is naturally ...
Update – Emergency Wastewater Pump Repair
**** Halifax Water Release Update – Emergency Wastewater Pump Repair Halifax Water safely completed emergency repairs to its Duffus Street wastewater pump station at 10:30 pm last night. However, when testing commenced, the pump was quickly overwhelmed and clogged with rags and wipes (see attached photo). Crews are working as safely and as quickly as ...
QEII Health Sciences Centre First Location In Canada To Use Medtronic Surgical Robot For Spinal Surgeries
**** NSHA Media Release QEII Health Sciences Centre first location in Canada to use Medtronic surgical robot for spinal surgeries Nova Scotia Health has completed the first spinal robotic surgery in Canada using Medtronic’s MAZOR™ X Stealth Edition. The innovative robotic arm is controlled by a surgeon during spinal surgeries and offers unparalleled accuracy and ...
Risk advisory in effect for Penhorn Beach due to possible blue-green algae bloom
**** HRM Media Release Risk advisory in effect for Penhorn Beach due to possible blue-green algae bloom The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of a possible blue-green algae bloom, a risk advisory is in effect for Penhorn Beach in Dartmouth. Residents are encouraged to avoid swimming in the ...
QEII Health Sciences Centre first location in Canada to use Medtronic surgical robot for spinal surgeries
**** NSHA Media Release QEII Health Sciences Centre first location in Canada to use Medtronic surgical robot for spinal surgeries Nova Scotia Health has completed the first spinal robotic surgery in Canada using Medtronic’s MAZOR™ X Stealth Edition. The innovative robotic arm is controlled by a surgeon during spinal surgeries and offers unparalleled accuracy and ...
Due to ongoing congestion at the Halifax Infirmary’s Summer Street entrance, the shuttle running between the Halifax Infirmary and Victoria General sites will drop off and pick up passengers at the Abbie J. Lane building
**** NSHA Media Release Due to ongoing congestion at the Halifax Infirmary’s Summer Street entrance, the shuttle running between the Halifax Infirmary and Victoria General sites will drop off and pick up passengers at the Abbie J. Lane building beginning August 15, from Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until further notice. Evenings ...
Powercom/Milcom Underwater Wireless Diver Units recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Powercom/Milcom Underwater Wireless Diver Units recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The battery PCB board can short circuit and ignite when flooded, posing a fire hazard. As of June 29th, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. In the Unites States, the company ...
Penhorn Lake Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Penhorn Lake Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Penhorn Lake Beach in Dartmouth has reopened to swimming. Penhorn Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the summer ...
Police provide safety tips to help enjoy the long weekend
**** HRP Media Release Police provide safety tips to help enjoy the long weekend With the upcoming long weekend, Halifax Regional Police is providing some tips to help citizens safely enjoy the events in our city. There are a number of events this weekend throughout the region including: •Halifax Busker Festival •African Nova Scotian Music ...
Nova Scotia Health, EHS share important updates on emergency services over long weekend
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health, EHS share important updates on emergency services over long weekend All four Nova Scotia Health zones continue to face significant patient capacity and staffing challenges entering the long weekend. This is affecting our ability to provide timely care. Nova Scotia Health and Emergency Health Services (EHS) collaborate closely ...
Investments in Mi’kmaw Centre for Healing and Resilience
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release Investments in Mi’kmaw Centre for Healing and Resilience ———————————————————– The governments of Nova Scotia and Canada are investing more than $8 million to support the construction of the new Resilience Centre in Millbrook First Nation. A first of its kind in Canada, the Resilience Centre will be run by ...
Helping Seniors Cover Heating Bills, Other Increasing Costs
**** CNS Media Release Helping Seniors Cover Heating Bills, Other Increasing Costs —————————————————— The government is taking action to help older Nova Scotians with increasing energy prices and other rising costs so that more seniors are able to live well at home. Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Barbara Adams announced today, July 28, that the ...
Penhorn Lake Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Penhorn Lake Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Penhorn Lake Beach in Dartmouth is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Penhorn Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at ...
Stronger Supports for Survivors of Sexual Violence
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Stronger Supports for Survivors of Sexual Violence The Province is investing $2.8 million in a new trauma therapy program to support Nova Scotians who have been sexually assaulted. The Avalon Sexual Assault Centre will deliver the new province-wide program, starting in spring 2023. It will provide more consistent and coordinated support ...
New Ambulance Fleet to Improve Care, Safety
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release New Ambulance Fleet to Improve Care, Safety Nova Scotia will soon have a new fleet of ambulances and response and transport vehicles, ensuring the right mix of resources to improve emergency care and relieve pressure on paramedics and the emergency health system. The Province has signed a contract with Tri-Star ...
Equate (lemon flavour), Personnelle (lemon flavour) and Life Brand (lemon and cherry flavours) Magnesium citrate oral solution saline laxatives recalled due to potential microbial contamination
**** Recall via Health Canada Equate (lemon flavour), Personnelle (lemon flavour) and Life Brand (lemon and cherry flavours) Magnesium citrate oral solution saline laxatives recalled due to potential microbial contamination Issue Health Canada is advising that all lots of Equate (lemon flavour), Life Brand (lemon and cherry flavours) and Personnelle (lemon flavour) Magnesium citrate oral ...
Chocolate Lake, Papermill Lake, and Kearney Lake reopen to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Chocolate Lake, Papermill Lake, and Kearney Lake reopen to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Chocolate Lake, Papermill Lake, and Kearney Lake have reopened to swimming. Chocolate Lake, Papermill Lake, and Kearney Lake are supervised beaches. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as ...
Staying safe in the heat, ongoing high system demand
**** NSHA Media Release Staying safe in the heat, ongoing high system demand As most of the province is under a severe heat warning over the next few days, Nova Scotia Health and Emergency Health Services want the public to be aware of the best ways to keep themselves and their loved ones safe from ...
Buying health products online? Know the risks
**** Info via Health Canada Buying health products online? Know the risks Affected products Drugs, natural health products and medical devices that have not been authorized by Health Canada and may pose serious health risks. Issue As part of Operation Pangea XV — an international effort to disrupt the online sale of counterfeit and other illegal health ...
Papermill Lake Beach / Kearney Lake Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Papermill Lake Beach closed to swimming July 20, 2022 (Halifax, NS) – The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Papermill Lake Beach in Bedford is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Papermill Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff ...
A report of a recent discovery of a Portuguese man o war was recently posted online at or near Lawrencetown Beach
A report of a recent discovery of a Portuguese man o war was recently posted online at or near Lawrencetown Beach. This species has occasionally made its, way into Nova Scotia but isn’t common. It can pose serious health risks (painful stings and welts, possible allergic reaction) while both alive or dead from its tentacles ...
Chocolate Lake Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Chocolate Lake Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Chocolate Lake Beach in Halifax is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Chocolate Lake Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at ...
Basic water safety skills are essential while at lakes, pools, rivers and other bodies of water
**** Lifesaving Society Release Water Safety Basic water safety skills are essential. Swimming pools, lakes and rivers offer year-round fun if they are enjoyed safely. But every year about 160 people drown in Ontario. Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death for children under five years old, and statistics show that children ...
Kinap Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kinap Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porter’s Lake has reopened to swimming. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the summer months. Previous test ...
More Children Now Eligible for Cystic Fibrosis Drug
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release More Children Now Eligible for Cystic Fibrosis Drug Effective today, July 18, the Province will pay for the cystic fibrosis drug Trikafta for children aged six to 11. “This drug offers the hope of longer, healthier lives for many children with cystic fibrosis,” said Health and ...
Penhorn Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Penhorn Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Penhorn Beach in Dartmouth has reopened to swimming. Penhorn Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the summer months. Previous test results ...
Climate change, air contaminants, and your health
**** Info via Environment Canada Climate change, air contaminants, and your health Nothing could be more fundamental to your health than the quality of the air you breathe. In Canada, air pollution and aeroallergens have significant implications for health. Health impacts include lung disease, heart disease and lung cancer. It is now well-established by researchers ...
Kinap Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kinap Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porter’s Lake is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised ...
Health Canada warns consumers that Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers should not be used for sleep
**** Info via Health Canada Health Canada warns consumers that Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers should not be used for sleep Affected products Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler Rockers Fisher-Price Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers Issue Health Canada would like to remind parents and caregivers that Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers should never be used for babies’ sleep. Babies should also ...
Risk advisory in effect for off-leash dog area in Shubie Park Beach due to possible blue-green algae bloom
**** HRM Media Release Risk advisory in effect for off-leash dog area in Shubie Park Beach due to possible blue-green algae bloom The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that due to the presence of a possible blue-green algae bloom, a risk advisory is in effect for the off-leash dog area of Shubie Park ...
Water Service Advisory – Dartmouth Area – Water Service Interruption (Update – Potentially Discoloured Water)
**** Halifax Water Release Water Service Advisory – Dartmouth Area – Water Service Interruption Crews are on-site undertaking an emergency water main repair near 210 Wyse Road, Dartmouth. Crews expect water service to be restored to impacted customers in surrounding areas by 11:00 AM today. This work is taking place within an existing construction ...
Nova Scotia Health, IWK Health and EHS encourage safety and support during Pride parade
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health, IWK Health and EHS encourage safety and support during Pride parade Halifax Pride runs from July 14 to 24, 2022 with the Halifax Pride Parade set to kick off at noon on Saturday, July 16. Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health will proudly march together in the parade with prideHealth and ...
Bedford firefighter membership presented a donation of $500.00 raised during the recent Bedford Days Beer fest
This is great news. Via the Bedford Volunteer Firefighters Association In our continued support of this great cause, today our membership presented a donation of $500.00 raised during the recent Bedford Days Beer fest . Firefighter boots placed at the entrance and the Bar, we thank all the patrons for helping us achieve this donation ...
Pleasant Drive Beach and Birch Cove Beach reopen to swimming
****HRM Media Release Pleasant Drive Beach and Birch Cove Beach reopen to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Pleasant Drive Beach and Birch Cove Beach have reopened to swimming. Pleasant Drive Beach and Birch Cove Beach are supervised beaches. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal ...
The government is continuing to invest in healthcare with the addition of 200 new nursing seats at post-secondary institutions across the province
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release Government Invests in More Nursing Seats —————————————————— The government is continuing to invest in healthcare with the addition of 200 new nursing seats at post-secondary institutions across the province. Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson announced today, July 12, that the government will invest $3.2 million in new seats ...
Emergency service workers come together to give blood as the Sirens for Life 2022 challenge kicks off in Halifax
Emergency service workers come together to give blood as the Sirens for Life 2022 challenge kicks off in Halifax (RCMP look to defend their trophy) Emergency service workers in Halifax Regional Municipality are continuing to answer the call to help save more lives as part of this year’s Sirens for Life campaign. The friendly challenge ...
John Deere Lawn Tractors recalled due to injury hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada John Deere Lawn Tractors recalled due to injury hazard Issue The rear wheel hubs may fail, resulting in lack of braking and propulsion. As of June 30, 2022, the company has received 3 reports of incidents with no injuries in Canada. In the United States, the company has received 29 ...
Public Service Announcement Kinap Beach reopens to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Public Service Announcement Kinap Beach reopens to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porter’s Lake has reopened to swimming. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as two unsupervised beaches, during the ...
Birch Cove Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Birch Cove Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Birch Cove Beach in Dartmouth is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Birch Cove Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at ...
Man injured in workplace incident
**** HRP Media Release Man injured in workplace incident Police responded to a workplace incident that occurred in Bedford yesterday. At approximately 2 p.m. officers responded to a workplace injury call on the Bedford Highway. A 63-year-old man fell six stories and was transported to hospital for treatment of what are believed to ...
Pleasant Drive Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Pleasant Drive Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Pleasant Drive Beach in Eastern Shore is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Pleasant Drive Beach is a supervised beach. Municipal staff regularly test the water quality at ...
Emergency Health Services to Hire 100 Transport Operators
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Emergency Health Services to Hire 100 Transport Operators ———————————————————————- Emergency Health Services (EHS) is hiring 100 more transport operators across the province to handle routine patient transfers. These new, non-paramedic staff will help reduce pressure on the ambulance system and allow paramedics to focus on responding to emergency ...
Nova Scotia Health advises of high system demand causing long waits
**** NSHA Media Release REMINDER: Nova Scotia Health advises of high system demand causing long waits All four Nova Scotia Health zones are facing significant patient capacity and staffing challenges entering the long weekend. This is affecting our ability to provide timely care. We anticipate patients will continue to experience longer than usual waits for ...
LAARS Mini-Therm JX Gas-Fired Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada LAARS Mini-Therm JX Gas-Fired Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard Issue The original mounting position of the blocked vent switch may not allow the boiler to switch off in a timely manner during a blocked vent condition, posing a Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard. As of June 07, 2022, ...
Certain Enjoy Life brand bakery products recalled due to possible presence of pieces of plastic
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain Enjoy Life brand bakery products recalled due to possible presence of pieces of plastic Issue The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to the possible presence of pieces of plastic. The recalled products have been sold nationally and online. Affected products Brand Product Size UPC Codes ...
All four Nova Scotia Health zones are facing significant patient capacity and staffing challenges entering the long weekend
**** NSHA Media Release All four Nova Scotia Health zones are facing significant patient capacity and staffing challenges entering the long weekend. This is affecting our ability to provide timely care. We anticipate patients will continue to experience longer than usual waits for care in emergency departments and for admission from emergency departments into hospital ...
Kinap Beach closed to swimming
**** HRM Media Release Kinap Beach closed to swimming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that Kinap Beach in Porter’s Lake is closed to swimming until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water. Kinap Beach is a supervised beach opening tomorrow, July 1. Municipal staff regularly test the water ...
Housing Developments Approved in Halifax Regional Municipality
**** CNS Media Release Housing Developments Approved in Halifax Regional Municipality —————————————————- The Province is taking action to increase housing supply in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) faster. Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister John Lohr has approved development agreements for two sites designated as special planning areas under the Housing in the Halifax Regional Municipality Act. ...
Police responded to a workplace incident that occurred in Halifax
**** HRP Media Release Man injured in workplace incident Police responded to a workplace incident that occurred in Halifax yesterday. At approximately 1:45 p.m. officers responded to a workplace injury call on South Armcrescent Street. A 32-year-old man fell from the rooftop of a two story building and was transported to hospital for ...
Comfort Centers after a Disaster
**** HRFE Release Comfort Centres Following the activation for any municipal emergency management plan: Under the municipal emergency plan (MEP), in conditions that don’t require an evacuation, during an emergency the municipality may establish or support community comfort centers whereby a resident population may visit to receive essential needs like meals, hygiene facilities, electronic device ...
Halifax Blood Donors Needed this July!
***** Info via Canadian Blood Services Halifax Blood Donors Needed this July! Help Fill 960 appointments to meet hospital demands. We currently have the smallest donor base in a decade. We immediately need more donors to meet patient needs now and into the future. Make appointment https://myaccount.blood.ca/en/donate/select-clinic?source=blood.ca&apt-slc=Halifax%2C%2BNS%2C%2BCanada&apt-typ=Blood%20and%20Plasma&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social-hootsuite&utm_campaign=atl-wb&utm_content=Halifax%2BJuly%2BDonors&fbclid=IwAR2Sms8mlF2JWVduvnZOp0al4dcVWf5i5M6I4gOHpLbhSQ7xN5c5_e6AlKw ...
Lifeguard supervision at many Nova Scotia beaches will begin on Friday, July 1
**** Natural Resources Release Lifeguard Supervision Starts July 1 ——————————————————– Lifeguard supervision at many Nova Scotia beaches will begin on Friday, July 1. About two dozen beaches in 12 counties are staffed each summer. Beaches will be supervised daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except Mavillette Beach in Digby County, which is supervised on ...
Nova Scotians will now have access to important, regularly updated healthcare data
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release Action for Health Data Now Publicly Available ——————————————————- Nova Scotians will now have access to important, regularly updated healthcare data. The Action for Health website now includes measures so Nova Scotians can understand how the Province is tracking and measuring progress on improving the system for patients and healthcare ...
Coda Pendant light fixture by Tech Lighting recalled due to risk of impact injury
**** Recall via Health Canada Coda Pendant light fixture by Tech Lighting recalled due to risk of impact injury Issue The glass Coda pendant light fixtures can detach from their electrical cord, causing the fixture to fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to nearby users. As of June 7, 2022, the company ...
Nova Scotia is reporting 1,420 new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19, 37 hospitalizations and seven deaths during the seven-day period ending June 20
**** HEALTH /WELLNESS Media Release COVID-19 Weekly Data Report for June 23, 2022 —————————————————- Nova Scotia is reporting 1,420 new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19, 37 hospitalizations and seven deaths during the seven-day period ending June 20. The number of new PCR-positive tests has decreased compared to the previous reporting period; however, hospital admissions have increased. ...
SunVilla 10 foot Solar LED Market Umbrella recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada SunVilla 10 foot Solar LED Market Umbrella recalled due to fire hazard Issue The lithium-ion batteries may overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard. As of June 9 2022, the company has received 1 report of a battery overheating and umbrella catching fire in Canada, and no reports of ...
More Doctors Choosing Nova Scotia
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release More Doctors Choosing Nova Scotia A record number of doctors chose to come live and work in Nova Scotia last year. More than 160 physicians were recruited and started working across the province between April 2021 and March 2022. “Through the collective work of our recruitment teams and many partners, ...
Shout out to HRFE Captain Thompson on her 180th Canadian Blood Services donation
Shout out to HRFE Captain Thompson on her 180th Canadian Blood Services donation. She will once again be taking part in a multi agency blood drive competition, Sirens for Life, kicking off mid July ...
Nova Scotia Health first in Atlantic Canada to offer cutting-edge cancer treatment, CAR-T cell therapy
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health first in Atlantic Canada to offer cutting-edge cancer treatment, CAR-T cell therapy The Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre in Halifax became the first facility in Atlantic Canada to offer CAR -T cell therapy locally as of March 2022. Prior to this, Nova Scotia patients who were recommended ...
Certain Abbott brand powdered infant formula products recalled due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain Abbott brand powdered infant formula products recalled due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Issue Shoppers Drug Mart is recalling certain Abbott brand powdered infant formula products from the marketplace due to possible Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella contamination. The products were previously recalled on February 17, 2022 and some units were sold via ...
Complete Victims’ Rights and Summary Hearing Implementation Comes into Force within the Military Justice System
**** DND Media Release Complete Victims’ Rights and Summary Hearing Implementation Comes into Force within the Military Justice System Today marks an important milestone for the modernization of the Military Justice System and a critical step forward that will support our efforts to effect lasting culture change in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). ...
Disability Rights Board of Inquiry Resumes
**** CNS Media Release Disability Rights Board of Inquiry Resumes —————————————————————- An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Disability Rights Coalition of Nova Scotia, Beth MacLean, Sheila Livingstone and Joseph Delaney vs. the Province of Nova Scotia will continue Monday, June 27. The board chair in this hearing is Donald Murray, ...
Certain Revive Superfoods brand Smoothies and Oats recalled due to possible norovirus contamination of raspberries used in these products
**** Recall via Health Canada Certain Revive Superfoods brand Smoothies and Oats recalled due to possible norovirus contamination of raspberries used in these products Issue Revive Organics Inc. is recalling the affected products from the marketplace due to possible norovirus contamination of the raspberries used in these products. The recalled products have been sold nationally ...
Various Square D Plug on Neutral (PON) Loadcentres by Schneider Electric recalled due to potential fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Various Square D Plug on Neutral (PON) Loadcentres by Schneider Electric recalled due to potential fire hazard Issue The affected units could overheat, potentially posing a fire hazard. As of May 25 2022, the company has received one report of an incident in Canada, and no reports of injuries. ...
Mother / daughter raise funds for mental health
Mother / daughter raise funds for mental health **** Info via Feed Your Soul “Feed Your Soul” is a Mother/Daughter team, Tina and Sheridan. They have both suffered with Anxiety & Depression throughout their lives and although it may have hindered them in various aspects of their daily living, their struggles have made them ...
The Halifax Regional Municipality recognizes that all residents deserve a home
**** HRM Media Release Helping address homelessness The Halifax Regional Municipality recognizes that all residents deserve a home. While the province is responsible to lead addressing homelessness in all of Nova Scotia’s municipalities, the Halifax Regional Municipality also has an important role to play – and is committed to applying resources to support efforts aimed at ...
Atlantic Provinces Partner to Create Atlantic Clinical Trials Network
**** NSHA Media Release Atlantic Provinces Partner to Create Atlantic Clinical Trials Network Senior leaders from the four Atlantic provinces are jointly announcing the Atlantic Clinical Trials Network (ACTN) later today at the BIO International Convention in San Diego, the world’s largest event focused on biotechnology. The network leverages regional collaboration, provincial leadership, entrepreneurial ...
Alasko brand IQF Whole Raspberries recalled due to norovirus
**** Recall via Health Canada Alasko brand IQF Whole Raspberries recalled due to norovirus Issue Alasko brand IQF Whole Raspberries recalled due to norovirus. The recalled product has been sold in Quebec, Ontario and Nova Scotia. What you should do If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor Check ...
Government Covers Planned School Milk Price Increase
**** CNS Media Release Government Covers Planned School Milk Price Increase ————————————————- Amid rising food costs, the government will cover a planned price increase in the School Milk Program to ensure milk stays affordable for families when students return to classrooms in September. “The rising cost of food is a real challenge for many Nova ...
These are the top ten ways home fires start, be aware of them and look out for these in your own home in order to prevent a fire hazard
**** Info via Bedford Volunteer Firefighters These are the top ten ways home fires start, be aware of them and look out for these in your own home in order to prevent a fire hazard. 1. Cooking equipment When a pot or pan overheats or splatters it can take seconds to cause a fire. ...
Activity Loops recalled due to choking hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Activity Loops recalled due to choking hazard Issue Tubes on the activity toy may come loose, releasing small parts that are a choking hazard. As of May 13, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. In the Unites States, the company has received 3 reports of incidents and no reports of injuries. Affected products This ...
Small Option Home in Dartmouth Ready to Welcome Residents
**** CNS Media Release Small Option Home in Dartmouth Ready to Welcome Residents The Province continues to move people in the Disability Support Program into communities with the establishment of a new small option home in Dartmouth. The renovated property, bright and inviting, will soon be home to three people living with disabilities. The fully ...
Spirit Halloween 48” Black Light Fixture with Bulb recalled due to potential fire and burn hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Spirit Halloween 48” Black Light Fixture with Bulb recalled due to potential fire and burn hazard Issue The black light bulb may fail, posing a potential risk of fire or burns. As of April 8, 2022 the company has received no reports of incidents in Canada, and no reports ...
New Family Doctor Funding Model Pilot Project
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release New Family Doctor Funding Model Pilot Project ———————————————————- A new funding model for family doctors is designed to encourage more team-based care and to make it easier for patients to get the care they need, when and where they need it. Doctors Nova Scotia and the government worked together to ...
Province Provides Funding to Seniors Initiatives
**** CNS Media Release Province Provides Funding to Seniors Initiatives —————————————————————- NOTE: A list of funded projects is at the end of this news release. —————————————————————- The government is providing funding for 12 innovative projects to support seniors in their homes and communities. Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Barbara Adams announced today, June 9, an ...
Risk of spreading monkeypox
*”** Info via Health Canada Risk of spreading monkeypox Monkeypox has rarely been seen outside of Africa. However, there have been recent cases of monkeypox in a number of countries where it is not usually seen, including Canada. In the current outbreak, there has been transmission from person to person in Canada. At this time, ...
METALLISK Espresso maker for cooktop, 0.4 l stainless steel recalled due to burn and injury hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada METALLISK Espresso maker for cooktop, 0.4 l stainless steel recalled due to burn and injury hazards Issue The espresso maker with the stainless steel safety valve may burst and expel hot contents, posing burn or other injury hazards to consumers. As of June 6, 2022, the company has received ...
About an hour of your time could change someone’s life.
**** Canadian Blood Services Info About an hour of your time could change someone’s life. Blood and blood products are a critical part of everyday medical care including major surgeries, medical procedures, cancer treatments and managing diseases and disorders. As a blood donor you form a vital link in Canada’s lifeline, helping many Canadians wake up healthy each ...
The Province is making regulatory changes to help ensure the air Nova Scotians breathe is clean and healthy and that industrial noise does not impact people’s well-being
**** CNS Media Release Nova Scotia Marking Clean Air Day With Action ———————————————————— The Province is making regulatory changes to help ensure the air Nova Scotians breathe is clean and healthy and that industrial noise does not impact people’s well-being. Consultation on provincial Air Quality Regulations begins today, June 8, Clean Air Day. The focus ...
Fire Safety with Cigarettes and Smoking Materials
**** HRFE Release Fire Safety with Cigarettes and Smoking Materials Sadly, Fire Deaths Caused by Improperly Discarded Smoking Materials are Still Number One National research shows that although kitchen fires account for a greater number of fires in homes, fires caused by smoking materials are still the numberone cause of fire deaths. Never leave burning ...
More licensed practical nurses (LPNs) can now further their education to become registered nurses (RNs) more quickly in Nova Scotia
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Easier Path for LPNs to become Registered Nurses —————————————————————- More licensed practical nurses (LPNs) can now further their education to become registered nurses (RNs) more quickly in Nova Scotia. Eligibility criteria is being expanded to allow more LPNs to qualify for bachelor of science, nursing (BScN) programs at Cape Breton University ...
Lam Hiep Hanging Egg Chairs recalled due to Fall Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Lam Hiep Hanging Egg Chairs recalled due to Fall Hazard Issue The stands are improperly designed and may snap when the chairs are sat on, posing a fall hazard. As of May 25, 2022, the company has received 6 reports of the chair stands breaking in Canada, with no ...
Mussels or clams sold on Thursday, June 2, at a fish shop in Lunenburg may be unsafe
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Nova Scotians Warned About Potential Toxins in Certain Mussels, Clams ———