Shubenacadie trails – Attention all trail users! Warmer temperatures mean tick season
**** Via Shubenacadie Canal Commission Attention all trail users! As temperatures rise, we are experiencing more opportunities to enjoy our beautiful trails and waterways. Unfortunately, warmer temperatures mean we are moving into tick season as well… Pictured above is an adult female “Lone Star” tick, distinguished by the unique white mark on it’s back. Our...
À la Cuisine Electric Kettles recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada À la Cuisine Electric Kettles recalled due to fire hazard Issue It is possible that when the kettle is plugged in, the kettle base can overheat and the plastic on the electrical wire can melt, which can cause a fire hazard. As of May 30, 2024, the company has received 3...
Support animals in your community by becoming a new monthly donor today
**** Via NS SPCA Support animals in your community by becoming a new monthly donor today Receive a window emergency sticker to Be PETpared for emergencies! More info ...
Verified Drug Alert June 2024
**** Via NSHA Verified Drug Alert June 2024 NSHA have received a report from a community partner of unexpected reactions to 5mg Percocet pills in the Sydney area in Nova Scotia. Based on the reaction observed, it is suspected to have been tainted with Fentanyl. Harm reduction information: • Don’t use alone, if possible. Keep...
QEII Health Sciences Centre first in Canada to acquire StarGuide Hybrid SPECT/CT nuclear medicine scanner through GE HealthCare
**** Health / Wellness Release QEII Health Sciences Centre first in Canada to acquire StarGuide Hybrid SPECT/CT nuclear medicine scanner through GE HealthCare Nova Scotia Health’s QEII Health Sciences Centre is the first health centre in Canada to acquire a StarGuide SPECT/CT scanner by GE HealthCare. The innovative nuclear medicine scanner uses 3D imaging that...
Fundraiser in memory of Capt. Billy Marr
**** Via Halifax Professional Firefighters Join us this coming Sunday at the @LowerDeckClayPk in supporting the children of the late Captain Billy Marr through the Tiny Hero Foundation’s fundraiser! Together, we can make a difference!...
Update: Dettson Electronic Hydra Revolution Boiler of 24 kW, 27 kW and 29 kW recalled due to fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Update: Dettson Electronic Hydra Revolution Boiler of 24 kW, 27 kW and 29 kW recalled due to fire hazard Issue In the event that the appliance is improperly connected, a failure of the power board could cause a short circuit resulting in a fire hazard. Update on incidents reported: As...
Open fridge coming to Eastern Passage fire station 16
Open fridge coming to Eastern Passage fire station 16 Currently hosting an open fridge inside the station on Thursdays (from 1 – 6pm), HRFE Stn 16 will soon host a 24 hour drop off / pick up open fridge, a place where those struggling with food insecurities can drop by and select goods from the...
Mobile primary care clinics in Central Zone
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics in Central Zone Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinic has these upcoming clinic dates: Cobequid Community Health Centre 40 Freer Lane, Lower Sackville Saturday, June 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dartmouth Mobile Primary Care Clinic...
Eastern Passage blood donors needed June 5th
**** Via Canadian Blood Services Eastern Passage blood donors needed June 5th Wednesday, June 5th 10:00 – 3:00 pm Eastern Passage Cow Bay Lions Club 65 Hornes Rd Eastern Passage, NS, B3G 1A4 Book your appointment today! ...