LungNSPEI Announces Virtual Presentation of ‘Community Advised Smoking Cessation’ Project Findings
**** LungNSPEI Release LungNSPEI Announces Virtual Presentation of ‘Community Advised Smoking Cessation’ Project Findings In collaboration with community partners, LungNSPEI is pleased to announce the virtual presentation of findings from the ‘Community Advised Smoking Cessation’ Project on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The presentation will take place online from 1:00 to 1:30 PM AST. The project...
GE Brand 30” Knob-Controlled Electric Radiant Cooktops recalled due to burn hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada GE Brand 30” Knob-Controlled Electric Radiant Cooktops recalled due to burn hazard Issue The cooktop’s burners can remain on after being turned to the “off” position, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Affected products This recall involves certain models of GE Brand 30” knob-controlled electric radiant cooktops. The cooktop can be...
Please remember to be careful when shovelling today after last night’s snowfall
Repost Via NSHA Please remember to be careful when shovelling today after last night’s snowfall Go slow, don’t pick up too much weight at a time and take breaks when needed. . . ...
An update on volunteer work at a homeless camp in Dartmouth to help improve conditions
An update on volunteer work at a homeless camp in Dartmouth to help improve conditions for those living there. Info and pics via Marco “Today’s work , a shelter on top of a tent before the snow.. The 2nd tent trailer has a door”...
Don’t forget, the Fight4Life calendars are still available!
Don’t forget, the Fight4Life calendars are still available! Via Fight4Life The Fight4Life Association is a grassroots charity which is dedicated to support cognitive and behavioural wellness for our professional firefighters who perform incredible and heroic life saving acts as part of their day to day lives while carrying out their sworn duty as a firefighters...
Verified Drug Alert
**** NSHA Media Release Verified Drug Alert – NSHA have received a report from a community partner of an unexpected reaction to Powder Cocaine, Xanax and dilaudid in the Sydney, Cape Breton area Based on the reaction observed, it is suspected to have been tainted with Fentanyl. Harm reduction information: • Don’t use alone, if...
Marcelle 40+ Anti-Wrinkle Cream recalled due to microbial contamination
**** Recall via Health Canada Marcelle 40+ Anti-Wrinkle Cream recalled due to microbial contamination Issue Following analyses carried out by Groupe Marcelle Inc., the results showed that the affected products do not meet microbial standards due to traces of mould that develop over time. Affected products This recall involves the Marcelle brand 40+ Anti-Wrinkle Creams. The...
Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8 Launches / More Long-Term Care Rooms for Musquodoboit Valley
**** Health / Wellness Release Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8 Launches —————————————————————- Nova Scotians thinking about attempting suicide or worried about someone else who may be thinking about suicide now have another place to turn to for help. The new 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline provides urgent, live, trauma-informed support by phone and text 24 hours a...
Drive-through immunizations now available at Dartmouth General Hospital
**** NSHA Media Release Drive-through immunizations now available at Dartmouth General Hospital Dartmouth General Hospital now offers drive-through COVID-19 and influenza immunization appointments for up to four people per vehicle. The drive through is located behind the hospital on Mt. Hope Drive. The drive through operates on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to...
Home Decorators Collection Grand Duchess Balsam Fir 5000 LED Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree recalled due to burn or fire hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Home Decorators Collection Grand Duchess Balsam Fir 5000 LED Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree recalled due to burn or fire hazard Issue The Christmas tree’s control panel or electrical cord plug may overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard. Affected products This recall involves the Home Decorators Collection 7.5 foot (2.3...