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Doctor-recommended ways to reduce holiday stress
Jan 01, 1970
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During the holidays, there are often more demands on your time and energy – no matter your family or your faith traditions. There are special events, loved ones to visit, busy stores and roads, weather delays, and more.
With so much going on, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
A first step you can take toward a calmer December is to just say no, says Dr. Michelle Dow, a rural family doctor from Meteghan Centre, Nova Scotia. For the past two years, she’s served as a counsellor to other physicians in the Doctors Nova Scotia Professional Support Program.
Immunization protects people of all ages from a host of common, preventable diseases. With back-to-school season (not to mention respiratory virus season) just around the corner, this is a good time to ensure that you and your family members are up to date on your immunizations (also known…
4 things to know about opioid poisoning – and how to help
It’s always good to know what to do to help someone who is experiencing an opioid poisoning. The unregulated drug supply can be unpredictable and inconsistent, therefore there can be a higher risk of drug poisoning. Even when people take steps to stay safe, the varying strength and contents of…
With more than 4,300 measles cases reported across the country (including more than 50 in Nova Scotia) by early August, the disease is now a growing concern for Canadians. Read on to learn about measles symptoms and complications, how to stay healthy, what to…
