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Hydration 101: Common questions, answered

Water is essential to life – and during the summer, when hot weather and strenuous sporting activities might have you or your kids feeling thirsty, it’s important not to get dehydrated. Here are some ...
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5 tips to protect yourself from wildfire smoke

As more people and communities are being affected by wildfires in Canada, including here in Nova Scotia, it’s key to know how to protect yourself from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke. Smoke know...
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Doctors making a difference: Dr. Chakshu Sahi (Sharma)

This blog post was submitted by Dr. Chakshu Sahi (Sharma) and was originally published in the June 2026 issue of doctorsNS magazine. I am a community general surgeon living and working in Nova Scotia,...
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Meet Nova Scotia’s award-winning physicians 

Across Nova Scotia you’ll find incredible physicians who have dedicated their careers to improving the health and well-being of their patients. This year, Doctors Nova Scotia recognized 10 physicians ...
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Dr. Amanda MacDonald Green is the new president of Doctors Nova Scotia

Dr. Amanda MacDonald Green, a family physician based in Windsor, was sworn in as President of Doctors Nova Scotia on June 6. She received her medical degree from Saba University of Medicine in 2012. A...
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Why it’s time to talk about suicide

Canada has a crisis line devoted to helping people who are thinking about suicide or are worried about someone they know who is struggling. You can call or text 9-8-8 any time of day or night, in any ...
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Online resources for mental health

Modern life is stressful and sometimes just surviving the day-to-day with good humour intact can be a challenge. If you’re dealing with financial, family, work or health challenges, the struggle can b...
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Easy ways to boost the pollinators in your garden

With the spring weather finally here and flowers starting to pop up in gardens across Nova Scotia, seasoned gardeners and newbies alike are thinking about how their yard can welcome and support the po...
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5 fun things to do this long weekend

Victoria Day weekend – Canada’s long-awaited, unofficial start of summer – is almost here. The weather is warming up, gardens are coming into their own and, sure, it might not be swimming weather quit...
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Long time running

The countdown to the 2026 Blue Nose Marathon race weekend is on, and runners across the province are getting excited! Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS) is proud to continue its decades long sponsorship of the...
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It’s time to recognize Nova Scotia’s dedicated doctors 

May 1 is Doctors Day, a time to recognize the hard work and dedication of Nova Scotia’s physicians. Physicians are key to keeping our communities healthy and thriving. Not only do they serve on the fr...
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6 easy plant-based recipes

Whether you’re new to tofu or ready to level up your lentils game, you’ll love these tasty and nutritious plant-based recipes. “In today’s economy, chickpeas, beans, lentils and tofu are way cheaper t...
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