News releases from Health and Wellness (Page 1)

Government is making it easier to access specialized long-term care equipment, and is making more information available about the sector.

Construction of a new six-station dialysis unit at the Glace Bay Hospital is expected to begin this spring.

A new pilot program is being launched to help young people with autism spectrum disorder who are experiencing serious behavioural issues.

Legislation introduced today, March 15, will create the new Nova Scotia College of Nursing - a single regulatory body for the nursing profession in the province.

More support is coming for Nova Scotians living with opioid use disorder through an agreement that will help stabilize programs and services and improve wait times for those who need treatment.

Thirteen Nova Scotia paramedics have been awarded the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Services Medal for their dedication.

Government and Nova Scotia Health Authority are improving cancer care by relocating the province’s busiest lab where chemotherapy treatment is prepared.

Government continues to invest in Nova Scotia’s largest health redevelopment project that will improve access to care for Nova Scotians for many years to come.

More junior high and high school students in Nova Scotia are now able to access mental health support through expanded outreach programs.

Government is expanding dental coverage for young Nova Scotians through the Children’s Oral Health Program.

Government intends to act on all of the recommendations received from an expert advisory panel tasked with looking at how to improve the quality of care in long-term care facilities in the province.

The minister’s expert advisory panel released its recommendations today, Jan. 15, to improve the quality of long-term care in Nova Scotia.

Medical teams and patients at the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax will soon have faster access to critical information needed for diagnosis and treatment of traumatic brain injuries.

Government is starting its search for the team that will design, construct, finance and maintain the new construction of the QEII New Generation project, Nova Scotia’s largest health project to date.

A new main entrance will give patients, members of the community and health professionals better access to the Dartmouth General Hospital.

Government and the IWK Health Centre announced plans today, Dec. 4, to double the size of the emergency department and replace an aging MRI scanner.

Health and Wellness Minister Randy Delorey raised a flag at Province House today, Nov. 29, to mark HIV/AIDS Awareness Week and World AIDS Day.

A new electronic system will enhance quality of care in long-term care facilities across Nova Scotia.

Tous les Néo-Écossais sont encouragés à recevoir le vaccin contre la grippe, même les bébés âgés de six mois.

All Nova Scotians over six months old are encouraged to get a flu shot.