NSHA have received a report from a community partner of unexpected reactions to benzodiazepine, namely Desalkylgidazepam, in the Amherst area
**** Via NSHA Verified Drug Alert NSHA have received a report from a community partner of unexpected reactions to benzodiazepine, namely Desalkylgidazepam, in the Amherst area in Nova Scotia. Based on the reaction observed, it is suspected to have been tainted with Fentanyl and caffeine. Harm reduction information: • Don’t use alone, if possible. Keep...
Call the peer support phone service at 1-800-307-1686 for a safe space to talk with people who’ve been there themselves
**** NSHA Release Call the peer support phone service at 1-800-307-1686 for a safe space to talk with people who’ve been there themselves. When you’re ready to talk, we’re ready to listen. – ...
Burn Awareness Week Reminder!
**** Via Halifax Professional Firefighters Burn Awareness Week Reminder! Hot liquids like bath water, coffee, & microwaved soup can cause devastating burns. 🚸 Teach kids to stay 3 feet away from the stove 💧 Test bath water before getting in 🔥 If burned, cool with water for 3-5 min & cover with a clean cloth...
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, February 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dartmouth Mobile Primary Care Clinic...
In photos – If a dipper sees their shadow, does that mean 6 more weeks of dipping? The Darkside Dippers take on the chilly temperatures as they hit Lake Banook as part of their weekly dips!
In photos – If a dipper sees their shadow, does that mean 6 more weeks of dipping? The Darkside Dippers take on the chilly temperatures as they hit Lake Banook as part of their weekly dips! The brave took on the cold today, some new and some veterans, as part of a growing trend said...
Join us for the first ever Lace Up For Life skating event, hosted by the Canadian Transplant Association!
**** Info via event Lace up for Life Join us for the first ever Lace Up For Life skating event, hosted by the Canadian Transplant Association! This entirely free to attend networking and community building event is an open skate for all people impacted by organ donation – recipients, donors, families, friends, and supporters! Saturday...
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, February 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dartmouth Mobile Primary Care Clinic...
Repost – Police remind citizens to look out for their furry friends
**** HRP Media Release Repost – Police remind citizens to look out for their furry friends With the temperature continuing to be well below freezing, Halifax Regional Police is sharing a few tips to help pet people take extra care of their pets. Below are some tips to help keep Fluffy and Fido safe this...
QEII Halifax Infirmary emergency department resumes normal operations
**** NSHA Media Release QEII Halifax Infirmary emergency department resumes normal operations The QEII Halifax emergency department has resumed normal operations. Anyone with urgent medical needs should call 911. For non-urgent care, please call your family doctor/primary care provider. For general health advice and information call 811, a service offered 24 hours a day, seven...
QEII Halifax Infirmary emergency department currently closed except for life-threatening emergencies
**** NSHA Media Release QEII Halifax Infirmary emergency department currently closed except for life-threatening emergencies The QEII Halifax emergency department is currently accepting life-threatening emergencies only following a security incident earlier this afternoon. Halifax Regional Police responded and there is no ongoing threat. We will provide an update when it reopens. Anyone with urgent medical...