Naloxone saves lives. It is safe, free and easy to use. Yet stigma remains a barrier to getting naloxone into the hands of Nova Scotians. That’s why Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) has developed a series of videos aimed at raising awareness about and promoting access to naloxone, with funding and support from the Health Services Foundation of the South Shore’s Women’s Giving Circle.
“Whether it is in one of my weekly team meetings or just being out in our town, there is a real sense that people care about each other – and it feels really good to be part of that."
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) launched a provincial blood collection survey today to ask Nova Scotians: “How can NSHA improve blood collection services?” The survey will run through Nov. 18.
When I first came across the term “patients with complex needs” as a medical student, I didn’t fully understand what this meant. I wondered, doesn’t every patient have “complexities” in their life experiences, resources and needs? On a philosophical level, perhaps the answer is “yes.” However, the Agency for Healthcare and Quality defines patients with complex needs as “persons with two or more chronic conditions where each condition may influence the care of the other condition.”
The vaccine is now available from most pharmacists, family doctors, family practice nurses and nurse practitioners.
· Many workplaces also offer flu vaccination clinics for employees.
· Some walk-in clinics may also offer flu vaccination; it’s best to check with a clinic in advance.
· Pharmacists can provide flu vaccination to children five years of age and older.
· If you have a child under five years of age who does not have a health care provider, please contact your local Public Health office to arrange their flu shot.
Nova Scotia Health Authority, the Valley Hospice Foundation and the Department of Health and Wellness are thrilled to be starting construction on the long-awaited new hospice facility for the Annapolis Valley community.
