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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

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)
Province Funds New Clinic for Richmond County: Jan. 13, 2012 - 10:45 AM
Richmond County residents will have better access to primary health-care services with a new, modern health clinic planned for L'Ardoise. (full text)
Province Funds New Diagnostic Equipment for Cape Breton Hospitals: Dec. 21, 2011 - 09:20 AM
The province will spend nearly $1.1 million to upgrade medical equipment to improve health care services at two Cape Breton hospitals. (full text)
Queens Place Recreation Centre Opens: Dec. 19, 2011 - 2:24 PM
A new recreational, social and cultural facility for Queens County will give residents access to high-quality sports and recreation opportunities to stay fit and healthy, while having fun. (full text)