Zoom 360 Ultralight Jogging Strollers recalled due to Fall Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Zoom 360 Ultralight Jogging Strollers recalled due to Fall Hazard This recall involves the Zoom 360 Ultralight jogging strollers. “Joovy” is written across the front of the stroller and “Zoom Ultralight” is written on the parent organizer attachment on the bottom of the stroller. See Joovy’s video at https://vimeo.com/574693044/09c3d0418c to install...
GLW Battery Packs used in Hovertax 2.0 Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada GLW Battery Packs used in Hovertax 2.0 Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards recalled due to fire hazard This recall involves the removable GLW battery packs installed in UL-Listed Hovertrax 2.0 brand self-balancing scooters/hoverboards manufactured between September 2016 and August 2017. GLW’s battery packs were certified as compliant with ANSI/UL Standard 2271 by UL. ...
Nova Scotia Health to begin Need a Family Practice Registry validation
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health to begin Need a Family Practice Registry validation Nova Scotia Health will be contacting people on the Need a Family Practice Registry to confirm that they are still looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner. Beginning on Friday (Nov. 26), anyone on the Need a Family Practice...
#DrugAlert November 23, 2021
**** NSHA Media Release #DrugAlert November 23, 2021 NSHA received a report from a community-based organization that an unknown substance is being sold as cocaine in the Dartmouth, NS area. It is suspected that it may be Wellbutrin / Bupropion. The drug is described as being sold in a small dime baggy with crushed white...
Sirens for Life concludes…. And the winner is….
The recent Sirens for Life blood drive, a friendly first responder competition to see what group can raise the most valuable blood donations in the HRM, has come to a close. And with 2 wins in a row, the NS RCMP have claimed the cup again! First responders see the dire need for blood donations...
Province Invests in Affordable Housing, Community Housing, Shelters
**** Housing Media Release Province Invests in Affordable Housing, Community Housing, Shelters —————————————————– Nova Scotians need and deserve safe, affordable places to call home. On National Housing Day, today, November 22, the Province announced a $6.4 million investment to build about 200 new affordable rental units in Kentville, Lantz, Halifax and Cole Harbour. These units...
Blistex Corporation is recalling three lots of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder (D20C04, D20K13 and D21H03) due to contamination with benzene
**** Recall via Health Canada Blistex Corporation is recalling three lots of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder (D20C04, D20K13 and D21H03) due to contamination with benzene Issue Blistex Corporation is recalling three lots of Odor-Eaters Spray Powder (D20C04, D20K13 and D21H03) due to contamination with benzene. Frequent and long-term exposure (e.g., through the skin or by inhalation)...
Today was the official reveal and launch of the new 2022 Halifax Professional Firefighters (HPFF) “Firefighters and their Dogs” calendar, in support of firefighter and first responder mental health initiatives
**** Info via Fight4Life Today was the official reveal and launch of the new 2022 Halifax Professional Firefighters (HPFF) “Firefighters and their Dogs” calendar, in support of firefighter and first responder mental health initiatives. 100% of all calendar sales goes directly towards the programs of Fight4Life. Fight4Life Halifax is a charity that was established in...
Province Covers Cost of New Cystic Fibrosis Drug
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Province Covers Cost of New Cystic Fibrosis Drug ————————————————— Starting today, November 18, Nova Scotia will provide additional support for cystic fibrosis patients by fully covering the cost of the drug Trikafta. Cystic fibrosis is a rare and progressive genetic disease that affects children and adults. Trikafta is used to...
Verkazia eye drops: Out of Specification, foreign matter
**** Recall via Health Canada Verkazia eye drops: Out of Specification, foreign matter Issue Out of Specification result, potential for presence of particulate matter in this lot. What you should do If you see particulate matter (e.g. crystal-like particles) in the vials or if your eye symptoms worsen, stop using the product and consult your...