Health Promotion and Protection
Welcome to the Nova Scotia Department of Health Promotion and Protection.
By bringing together experts in health promotion, prevention and protection, we are taking a critical step forward in creating a healthier and safer province for our citizens today – and tomorrow.
Lifeguards Back on Duty
Lifeguard supervision has resumed at three popular beaches in the province including: Rainbow Haven, Melmerby Beach and Mira Gut.
The summer heat and warm ocean waters has kept Nova Scotians at the beach longer than usual this year.
When It’s Hot, Hot, Hot!
Heat-related illness is easily preventable, but it can be a major concern in the summer.
Learn more about how you can ensure a safe summer in the sun.
Blacklegged Ticks and You
In the province of Nova Scotia there are many types of ticks. Blacklegged ticks are the only tick that carry Lyme disease, and are also known as deer ticks.
These ticks are smaller than dog or wood ticks and do not have white or silver coloured spots like other types of ticks.
H1N1 in Post-pandemic Period
According to the World Health Organization, the world is no longer in phase 6 of influenza pandemic alert. The new H1N1 virus has largely run its course and we are now moving into the post-pandemic period.
Enjoy the Summer Safely
Sun, sand, and sea… By far, Nova Scotia is one of the most beautiful places in the world to experience summer.
There are endless opportunities to be healthy and active, here are some tips that can help to make your experience more enjoyable.
News Releases
- Suspected Algae Bloom Spotted in Lake Ainslie
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Sept.
01, 2010 -
4:15 PM
Residents of Inverness County are advised to take precautions when using Lake Ainslie, after a possible algae bloom has appeared on the lake. (full text) - Prudence recommandée aux Néo-Écossais qui se rendent à la plage
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Sept.
01, 2010 -
2:50 PM
Alors que les Néo-Écossais se rendent à la plage pour échapper aux températures exceptionnellement élevées, les autorités provinciales et la Société de sauvetage leur rappellent qu'ils doivent faire preuve de prudence dans l'eau et près des côtes. (full text) - Caution Urged as Nova Scotians Head to the Beaches
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Sept.
01, 2010 -
2:49 PM
As Nova Scotians head to the beaches for relief from unseasonably high temperatures, provincial officials and the Lifesaving Society are urging caution in the water and around the shore. (full text) - Prudence recommandée en cas de températures élevées
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Sept.
01, 2010 -
12:20 PM
Puisque l'on prévoit des températures exceptionnellement élevées pour le reste de la semaine, on encourage les Néo-Écossais à surveiller l'indice humidex et la cote air santé, et à prendre de simples précautions pour se protéger. (full text) - Caution Urged During High Temperatures
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Sept.
01, 2010 -
12:16 PM
With unseasonably high temperatures anticipated to continue throughout the week, Nova Scotians are encouraged to monitor the humidex and air quality health index, and take simple precautions to protect their health. (full text)
