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Health and Health Promotion
A high speed connection brings you closer to health resources, services, and programs at home and around the world. Find local services, get tips and information on your own health, and check out larger issues like pandemics. These sites give you a place to start
Nova Scotia Department of Health – links to health authorities and other centres in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia’s Department of Health Promotion and Protection - Information on many health issues including smoking and quitting, gambling, mumps, and ticks. Find out about programs and services and link to health organizations locally and around the world
Doctors Nova Scotia – website containing health advice and other information from Nova Scotia’s doctors organization
Health Canada - information on many health-related issues from pest control to consumer product safety. You can report injuries caused by something you bought, find out about recalls, and research diseases and health conditions
Cochrane Library - health information including articles and reports on clinical trials. You need your public library card number to get on this site
The Hesperian Foundation - a non-profit publisher of books and educational materials that help people take the lead in their own health care and organize to improve health conditions in their communities.
