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L'Ardoise Funding Accouncement

Health and Wellness Minister Maureen MacDonald announces that the province will contribute 500,000 to build a new clinic in L'Ardoise.

Above: Nurse Practitioner Bonnie Gagnon shows Health and Wellness Minister Maureen MacDonald the existing aging DR WB Kingston clinic in L'Ardoise.

Enjoy the Winter Months Safely

Nova Scotian winters provide numerous options to celebrate, have fun and stay active with your friends and family. Here are some tips to help make sure you stay safe and healthy while you enjoy your winter and holiday activities.

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Cobequid Health Centre Expands

Health and Wellness Minister Maureen MacDonald announced a $1.5-million to at the Cobequid Community Health Centre in Sackville

Flu Vaccination Campaign Begins

The flu vaccine is free again this year and, with flu season fast approaching, the province is encouraging everyone to be immunized.

The flu vaccine has been delivered to doctors' offices and will also be offered in workplace and public health clinics.

Better Care to Pugwash Area

Nova Scotians living in Pugwash and surrounding communities will soon receive better care and increased access to emergency services with the announcement of a collaborative emergency centre at the North Cumberland Memorial Hospital.

The Department of Health and Wellness provides better health care for Nova Scotians and their families – by offering programs and services that protect and promote health, and treat illness.

The Department was formed in 2011 when the Department of Health Promotion and Protection and Department of Health merged. The merger recognized health care as a continuum that requires a focus on both prevention and treatment.

We, along with the district health authorities and the IWK have a shared mission to work together to empower individuals, families, partners, and communities to promote, improve and maintain the health of Nova Scotians.

News Releases

Nova Scotia to Limit OxyNeo Coverage: Feb. 21, 2012 - 2:03 PM
The province is introducing restrictions to limit access to potentially addictive prescription drugs. (full text)
Palliative Home Care Patients Eligible for Free Drug Coverage: Feb. 15, 2012 - 12:05 PM
Patients receiving palliative care at home are eligible for full drug coverage at no cost with the launch of the new, expanded Palliative Home Care Drug Coverage Program today, Feb. 15. (full text)
Extended Care Paramedic Program Earns National Award: Feb. 15, 2012 - 08:45 AM
Nova Scotia's innovative Extended Care Paramedic nursing home program that allows seniors to be treated at home instead of the emergency department is now an national award winning service. (full text)
Fair Drug Prices Now a Reality for Nova Scotians: Jan. 30, 2012 - 12:54 PM
NOTE: The following is an op-ed piece by Health and Wellness Minister Maureen MacDonald (full text)
Nouvelle clinique financée par le gouvernement provincial dans le comté de Richmond: Jan. 13, 2012 - 10:46 AM
Les résidents du comté de Richmond auront plus facilement accès aux services de santé primaires grâce à une nouvelle clinique de santé moderne prévue à L'Ardoise. (full text)