Health and Wellness

Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone 

**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone  Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinics have these upcoming clinic dates: Cobequid Community Health Centre 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, June 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.   Dartmouth Mobile Primary Care...

There has been a report of blue-green algae

**** Via DNR There has been a report of blue-green algae at ➡️Penhorn Lake, Halifax – a popular spot for dog walkers. As this algae can be harmful to dogs, please learn about blue-green algae & how you can keep your dog safe during blue-green algae season at: To learn more about blue-green algae, visit:...

Heat strokes should be taken seriously

**** Via Canadian Red Cross Heat strokes should be taken seriously. Prevent heat-related emergencies by: • Drinking water • Wearing sunscreen • Avoiding being outside during the hottest part of the day • Taking regular breaks in a cool area...

The weather forecast calls for hot, humid weather this week. Please keep your best bud safe

**** Via RCMP The weather forecast calls for hot, humid weather this week. Please keep your best bud safe Your vehicle – even with the windows down – can quickly reach a temperature that puts your pet at risk of serious illness or death. When the weather is warm, it’s best to leave your four-legged...

Scaling New Heights for Lung Health in Nova Scotia and PEI with the Third Annual Stair Heroes Fundraising Event

**** Via LUNGNSPEI Scaling New Heights for Lung Health in Nova Scotia and PEI with the Third Annual Stair Heroes Fundraising Event Lung health takes center stage as LungNSPEI proudly announces the launch of the eagerly anticipated new Stair Heroes event website and the opening of registrations for this year’s heart-pumping event. Stair Heroes, an...

With warm and sunny weather forecasted for the week, Halifax Regional Police reminds citizens to not leave their pets in parked vehicles

**** HRP Media Release Pets in parked vehicles Repost With warm and sunny weather forecasted for the week, Halifax Regional Police reminds citizens to not leave their pets in parked vehicles. On a warm day, even with the windows open, a parked vehicle quickly becomes like a furnace and presents potentially fatal conditions for pets...

Heat Safety and Precautions via HRFE

**** Via HRFE Heat Safety and Precautions for the Summer (Repost) Heat Exhaustion Safety Bright summer days bring hot and humid temperatures, so we encourage everyone to take precautions. Heat Illnesses are preventable Wear sunscreen and appropriate clothing. Take a break from the heat by spending a few hours in a cool place. It could...

Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone

**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics for Central Zone   Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinics have these upcoming clinic dates: Cobequid Community Health Centre 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, June 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.   Dartmouth Mobile Primary...

There has been a report of blue-green algae at the following location

**** Via DNR There has been a report of blue-green algae at the following location: ➡️Gaspereau Lake in Kings County. ➡️Black Point in Pictou County To learn more about blue-green algae, visit: https://waterfrontmediahfx.the902hxir.ca/67202-2...

New Centre for Addictions Care in Halifax

**** CNS Media Release New Centre for Addictions Care in Halifax —————————————————— People with addictions, substance use and gambling disorders looking for support in Halifax can turn to a new outpatient recovery support centre opening Thursday, June 13. “We want to make it as easy as possible for people living with substance use and gambling...