Many of us have fond childhood memories of Halloween. There is a lot to love about trick or treating and dressing up in costumes. But Halloween can also be a confusing holiday for some children. Who is really behind that mask? […]
With summer in full swing, many of us have picnics on the brain. After a while, the back patio just doesn’t cut it anymore – it’s time to find a new view, fresh air, and some tasty food to enjoy […]
Each year, we collect and share hundreds of heartfelt thank-you notes from Nova Scotians to their doctor. Click here to send a thank-you note to your doctor. On May 1, we celebrate Doctors’ Day, a day to recognize the vital […]
Opioid addiction is a serious issue in Nova Scotia. There are, however, a number of practical and accessible ways for doctors here to address it, says one family physician. Primary care is an ideal starting point, says Dr. […]
Premier Stephen McNeil, leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party, has been re-elected for another four-year mandate. Thanks to the concerted efforts of Nova Scotians, health care was the number one issue throughout the election campaign. During the campaign, doctors raised […]
For Dr. Michel Chiasson, a family physician in Cheticamp, N.S., collaborative care is more than just a practice model – it’s a way of life. “Collaborative practice means the best possible care for my patients,” said Dr. Chiasson. Dr. Chiasson, […]
Primary health care is where people go for health-care or wellness advice, treatment of a health issue or injury, and diagnosis and management of health conditions. Primary care helps keep people healthy and out of hospitals, emergency rooms and long-term […]
As Nova Scotia’s political candidates tour the province making campaign promises, we’re hearing more and more about their various visions for improving health care. One topic that comes up frequently is collaborative care. The College of Family Physicians of Canada […]
Good access doesn’t happen by accident. When Dr. Holly Zwicker and her business partner Dr. Shauna Herman were setting up their Tantallon-based medical practice in late 2009, they had a clear idea of how they wanted to provide care. “Our […]
Lack of access to a family doctor is an issue that plagues thousands of Nova Scotians. In the first five months of the Need a Family Practice website, almost 30,000 patients in Nova Scotia added their names to the provincial waitlist – […]
