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Many people notice a change in their energy and enthusiasm levels during the colder months. But for some, the change in mood is much more dramatic. If you become tired, moody and uninterested in things you used to enjoy when […]
Just when we thought we were easing back into calmer waters with COVID-19, Nova Scotians have been thrown off course by the Omicron variant. As cases have skyrocketed in our province and across the country, we’ve been scrambling to rearrange […]
At the start of a new year, it’s normal to take stock of habits and behaviours that affect your health and your relationships. With COVID-19 still overshadowing our lives, some people are taking a closer look at why and how […]
With the holidays just around the corner and COVID-19 cases climbing in Nova Scotia and across Canada, it’s normal to worry about how you can stay safe as you make plans for long-awaited gatherings with friends and family members. Get […]
Much to the relief of parents and caregivers across Nova Scotia, children aged 5 to 11 can now receive a vaccine to protect them against COVID-19. First doses of the Pfizer mRNA vaccine began going into youngsters’ arms on Dec. […]
Over 100 years since the Halifax Explosion, we are still learning about the people whose actions made an indelible difference to those who were affected by the tragedy. One of those people is Dr. Clement Ligoure, a graduate of Queen’s […]
Nova Scotia is home to many innovative and talented physicians. The association’s annual achievement awards are one way that Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS) celebrates the dedication of its members, physicians who go beyond the call of duty, but are rarely acknowledged […]
Bringing a baby into the world is something most people expect to happen easily. But for about one in six Canadian couples, that’s not the case. People who experience infertility and pregnancy loss, or face other barriers to starting a […]
Living through a pandemic is hard – really hard. Our abilities to cope with sustained stress only go so far. It doesn’t take much to feel pushed to our limits. Perhaps you’ve noticed a friend who seems to be more […]
Dubbed “the people’s marathon,” the Blue Nose Marathon has been welcoming runners of all ages, abilities and fitness levels to Halifax for 18 years. From the Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run to the full marathon (with plenty of options in between), the energy and excitement is building […]
