Health and Wellness

New School of Nursing at Acadia Will Train More Nurses in Annapolis Valley

**** CNS Media Release New School of Nursing at Acadia Will Train More Nurses in Annapolis Valley ———————————————————————- The Province is investing in a new state-of-the-art nurse training facility at Acadia University that will help educate more of these much-needed healthcare professionals.   The facility is expected to be open for the 2026-27 academic year...

Taylor Farms brand Mexican Style Street Corn Chopped (Salad) Kit recalled due to Salmonella

**** Recall via Health Canada Taylor Farms brand Mexican Style Street Corn Chopped (Salad) Kit recalled due to Salmonella Issue The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Affected products Brand Product Size UPC Code Taylor Farms Mexican Style Street Corn Chopped (Salad) Kit 329 g What you should do...

In photos – Darkside dippers dive deep into the freeze

In photos – Darkside dippers dive deep into the freeze A brave turnout as dippers took an icy plunge on a chilly day into Lake Banook in Dartmouth. With a windchill of -14c and icebergs to cling on to, that didn’t stop the brave from taking the plunge! This increasingly popular activity is said to...

Frigidaire-Branded rear-control Range recalled due to electrical shock and electrocution hazards

**** Recall via Health Canada Frigidaire-Branded rear-control Range recalled due to electrical shock and electrocution hazards Issue The control panel (user interface) located on the rear of the range can detach from the unit, posing electrical shock and electrocution hazards. Affected products Range Type Model Serial No. Range Electric FCRE306CAS VF34410621 thru VF34410752 What you...

Mobile primary care clinics in Central Zone

**** NSHA Media Release Mobile primary care clinics in Central Zone   Nova Scotia Health’s mobile primary care clinics have these upcoming clinic dates: Cobequid Community Health Centre 40 Freer Ln., Lower Sackville Saturday, Feb. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dartmouth Mobile Primary Care...

Snow safety and snow shovelling tips

Repost **** Via NSHA Snow safety and snow shovelling tips 1. The Blade. A larger bladed shovel is great for pushing light snow to the side – the best method of snow clearing. Use a small (25-35 cm wide) blade for lifting. 2. Shaft: Pick either a straight shaft or a simple ergonomic shaft. Don’t...

Dole brand and President’s Choice brand Salad Kits recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

**** Recall via Health Canada Dole brand and President’s Choice brand Salad Kits recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes Issue The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. This recall is associated with a U.S. outbreak investigation of Listeria infections linked to dairy products manufactured by Rizo Lopez Foods. Affected products Brand Product Size UPC Code Dole...

In photos – Darkside dippers dive deep into the freeze

In photos – Darkside dippers dive deep into the freeze A big turnout as dippers took an icy plunge into a lake in Dartmouth earlier. This increasingly popular activity is said to be good for both mind and body, relieving stress, and aches. Ofcourse, it isn’t as easy as it looks. It is always a...

The Office of the Fire Marshal is urging residents and business owners to check propane storage tanks, piping, lines and any other equipment that may be exposed to falling or heavy snow and ice

**** Via NS EMO The Office of the Fire Marshal is urging residents and business owners to check propane storage tanks, piping, lines and any other equipment that may be exposed to falling or heavy snow and ice. There have been several reports of equipment and lines being damaged by falling snow and ice, or...

Mental Health Supports for Volunteer Firefighters, Ground Search and Rescue Now Available

**** Health / Wellness Release Mental Health Supports for Volunteer Firefighters, Ground Search and Rescue Now Available ———————————————————— Volunteer firefighters and volunteer members of ground search and rescue teams can now access new mental health supports – any time, at no cost. The Nova Scotia Firefighter and Ground Search and Rescue Volunteer Assistance Program gives...