Nova Scotia Health and community partners are notifying the public of two Drug Alerts for the HRM and West Hants, Windsor areas
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health and community partners are notifying the public of two Drug Alerts for the HRM and West Hants, Windsor areas We have received a report from a community partner indicating that a supply of cocaine used by four individuals in the HRM area on January 2, 2023 was found...
Rebate Increase for Mastectomy Prostheses
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Rebate Increase for Mastectomy Prostheses ——————————————————- Nova Scotia residents who have received a cancer-related mastectomy or lumpectomy will now get more help with the cost of mastectomy prostheses. An alternative to breast reconstruction, these prostheses support balance and good posture, and help to prevent back and neck problems...
Cats can experience dental health issues that can impact their overall health
Via Russell Lake Animal Hospital Cats can experience dental health issues that can impact their overall health One of the common issues is called tooth resorption. More than half of all cats older than three years old will have at least one tooth affected by resorption. (Not as common in dogs) Tooth resorptions are usually...
Upcoming Cold Dip dipping
Upcoming Cold Dip dipping DIPS- all are welcome! Tues, Jan 3 @ Dingle 7:30am Wed, Jan 4 @ Albro Lake Beach 4:30pm Thurs, Jan 5 @ Birch Cove Beach (Dartmouth) 7:30am...
Healthcare Workers Coming to Nova Scotia from Kenya
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Healthcare Workers Coming to Nova Scotia from Kenya ——————————————————- More continuing care assistants will soon be moving to Nova Scotia to work, the result of a recent recruiting trip to Kenya. Sixty-five continuing care assistants have received conditional job offers. “One of the biggest challenges we face is finding...
Sanders brand Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels recalled due to pieces of plastic
**** Recall via Health Canada Sanders brand Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels recalled due to pieces of plastic Issue Sanders brand Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels recalled due to pieces of plastic. The recalled product has been sold in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador. Affected products Brand Product Size Codes...
An EHS operations kit went missing from a scene at approximately 3am in Lower Sackville on January 2, 2023
**** EHS Release Please be advised that an EHS operations kit went missing from a scene at approximately 3am in Lower Sackville on January 2, 2023. This kit contains medication that can be harmful if used by someone who is not a trained health-care professional. If someone finds this kit bag (pictured), they should call...
There is an immediate need for donors in Halifax!
Via Canadian Blood Services There is an immediate need for donors in Halifax! Help fill over 350 appointments before January 15 https://myaccount.blood.ca/en/donate/select-time?apt-cap=5&apt-typ=Whole+Blood&apt-sdf=2022-12-28&apt-sdt=2023-03-27&apt-dis=50&apt-slc=Halifax%2C+Nova+Scotia%2C+Canada&apt-sdc=2023-01-01&apt-lid=33024&apt-dte=2023-01-14&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social-hootsuite&utm_campaign=atl-wb&utm_content=NS_Halifax_Jan&fbclid=IwAR3hFYzcybtGyCp6DGQOVporjtkIoFKsIRTVTINDm-iV04s48R8UrO5iU0M...
As we continue to celebrate the holiday season, Halifax Regional Police is sharing some tips to help you protect your home and property
**** HRP Media Release Holiday safety tips As we continue to celebrate the holiday season, Halifax Regional Police is sharing some tips to help you protect your home and property. If you’re heading out, remember to lock all doors and windows. Consider leaving lights and a television on, or put them on a...
24/7 response continues through the holidays for those who have experienced sexual assault or need to access mental health and addictions services
**** NSHA Media Release 24/7 response continues through the holidays for those who have experienced sexual assault or need to access mental health and addictions services The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program continues to provide response over the holidays, 24 hours a day, seven days a week for those who have experienced sexual...