In early March, Dalhousie medical student Clara Long read the writing on the wall: Nova Scotia physicians needed all hands on deck to prepare for COVID-19. Given the global spread of the virus, Nova Scotia needed to prepare for its […]
Although this winter hasn’t been without its share of snow days for school kids in Nova Scotia, March break (a whole week off!) is always hotly anticipated – by students, at least. If you’re wondering how you’ll fill those school-free days, don’t worry. We’ve […]
For the past few months, medical students from Dalhousie University have been lacing up their sneakers to help coach Kids Run Clubs at schools across Halifax. At Westmount Elementary, medical students Louis Martin, Kirsten Weagle, Emily Sheppard and Brandon Scott […]
At Springvale Elementary School in Halifax, running isn’t something just a few kids do. Over 200 kids out of its school population of 280 run each week as part of Kids’ Run Club, including all Primary to Grade 2 students […]
Vaccinations are an important part of raising a healthy child. Vaccines are safe and should be administered beginning at two months old and extending well into childhood – here’s a back-to-school primer. “Vaccines are important because they prevent infections that can be quite serious,” […]
No matter what sports your kids play, when they’re hot, thirsty and tired, it’s time to grab a drink that will refresh, rehydrate and re-energize them. We need to be careful, however, about the beverage choices marketed to young people. […]
Visit a pharmacy or grocery store and you’re sure to notice cleaning and personal care products labelled “antibacterial.” These soaps, gels, wipes and other items have become increasingly popular in recent years. It’s tempting to wipe down everything you touch, […]
When winter just seems to be dragging on (and on), why not use the early nights and sub-zero temperatures as an excuse for a family movie night? Read on for our picks for great movies to watch – and some […]
Before she’d even learned to walk herself, Dalhousie Medical School student Alison Spurr’s 11-month-old daughter helped dozens of kids learn to run. During Ms. Spurr’s maternity leave, she and her daughter participated in a program called Roots of Empathy. Their visits to […]
