Update via Cold Play NS – December 24th dip
Update via Cold Play NS Hello everyone! To keep us safe we decided to move Dec 24th dip to Chocolate Lake. Meet at beach. Easy to find. All pathways lead to the beach after you park in parking lot. There is also a side street you can park on if lot is full...
ODGER Swivel Chair recalled due to fall hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada ODGER Swivel Chair recalled due to fall hazard Issue The star-shaped support base of the chair may unexpectedly detach, posing a fall and injury hazard. As of December 19, 2022, the company has received no reports of incidents in Canada. Worldwide, the company has received 19 reports of the...
New Orientation Program to Welcome 140 Doctors
**** CNS Media Release New Orientation Program to Welcome 140 Doctors ——————————————————- A new orientation program that will help welcome and settle 140 doctors trained outside of Canada over the next three years will soon launch in Nova Scotia. We need more healthcare providers, and we are working hard to welcome those who have trained...
Mobile and Virtual care options increasing access to health care for Nova Scotians
**** NSHA Media Release Mobile and Virtual care options increasing access to health care for Nova Scotians Nova Scotia Health is providing Nova Scotians with increased ways to access care. The Mobile Primary Care Clinics and VirtualCareNS are two innovative models of care that have implemented quickly in response to the need for primary...
Nova Scotia Health reminding visitors of what to expect over the holidays
**** NSHA Media Release Nova Scotia Health reminding visitors of what to expect over the holiday With the holiday season upon us, Nova Scotia Health is anticipating an increase in people looking to visit their loved ones in our facilities. With COVID-19 still active in our communities, along with other respiratory viruses, like influenza and...
The national inventory of several blood types is far below optimal
Via Canadian Blood Services The national inventory of several blood types is far below optimal Winter cold and flu season is upon us, our cancellation rates have jumped significantly, and we’re heading into the toughest weeks to collect blood and blood products. Winter storms could further impact collections, and more than 25,000 open appointments must...
Public Health investigating two cases of meningococcal disease at Dalhousie University
**** NSHA Media Release Public Health investigating two cases of meningococcal disease at Dalhousie University Public Health is investigating two cases of meningococcal disease in Halifax. Both individuals were students at Dalhousie University, living in the same Shirreff Hall residence. One individual is recovering in hospital, while unfortunately the other student has died. Today...
Crate and Kids Thornhill Crib recalled due to potential fall and entrapment hazards
**** Recall via Health Canada Crate and Kids Thornhill Crib recalled due to potential fall and entrapment hazards Issue The mattress support pins do not fit in the holes properly on all levels of the mattress support causing the potential for a fall and entrapment hazards. As of December 12, 2022, the company has...
Major Healthcare Expansion Includes More Services in More Locations
**** HEALTH / WELLNESS Media Release Major Healthcare Expansion Includes More Services in More Locations ———————————————————- More beds, more operating rooms and two new and larger emergency departments are among the elements of More, Faster: The Action for Health Build, a comprehensive plan for improving healthcare services for Nova Scotians. “Our healthcare professionals deserve modern...
All ATV/OHV riders should do their part to help protect themselves, other people and the environment
**** RCMP Media Release All ATV/OHV riders should do their part to help protect themselves, other people and the environment We’re encouraging riders to review the Nova Scotia Off-highway Vehicles Act and Regulations. An easy-to-read handbook is available: https://bit.ly/3dPBWQk Those who violate the Off-highway Vehicles Act could face a penalty of $200-$2,000 for a first...