With all signs pointing to a stormy ride for Nova Scotians this hurricane season, it’s good to be ready for any situation. That means having an emergency plan in place, which includes enough water, supplies and medication to keep you […]
After a tumultuous summer in which out-of-control wildfires and intense rains and flooding affected thousands of people in Nova Scotia, the oncoming hurricane season may feel like insult added to injury. The best way to stay safe in a natural […]
It’s always good to know what to do to help someone who is experiencing a drug overdose. With the widespread use of opioids and the introduction of fentanyl into the drug supply, it’s possible that anyone using any substance may […]
Struggling to hold a conversation, remember names and basic details can make social interactions difficult and stressful for people who have dementia or memory challenges. It can turn people (and their care partners) away from the things they enjoy in […]
About 16,300 Nova Scotians have dementia, and that number is expected to increase dramatically over the next 10 to 20 years. As members of the Baby Boom generation get older, their risk of developing dementia increases – and as the […]
Summer is supposed to be the ultimate season of relaxation. But if you’re spending a lot of time hosting relatives and friends, ferrying kids to and from activities, or putting your vacation on hold altogether, the season can feel anything […]
Rates of melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer, are on the rise in Canada. Diagnoses increased by over eight per cent from 2020 to 2021, and Nova Scotia has one of the highest rates in the country. Not long […]
Inspiring kids and youth to get active and have fun has been a long-standing goal of Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS). Making movement part of their daily lives can help children forge good habits that they’ll carry into adulthood. After all, […]
With the weather finally warming up and trees and flowers coming back to life, it’s a great time to get active outside and do something for the environment. Here are some ideas for active ways to help the environment in […]
As soon as you spot crocuses and daffodils coming up in your garden, your first instinct might be to grab a rake and start tidying things up. But that could do more harm than good for your garden and the […]
