Research shows people are nearly twice as likely to experience mental illness in the years leading up to the onset of multiple sclerosis (MS). The study suggests psychiatric conditions like anxiety and depression may be part of a set of preliminary
A first for N.S., this international program pairs a Public Health nurse with clients who are expecting a child while experiencing overlapping challenges, such as those related to mental health or social or economic circumstances. The partnership
Requesting x-rays is part of a chiropractors’ scope of practice but until now, only chiropractors in Nova Scotia’s Central Zone had access to diagnostic imaging services. The referral will be extended to all zones in the province by late 2023. Nova
The recommendations are part of a medical guideline designed to improve healthcare for people who face barriers in accessing it, including those who are Indigenous, racialized or who identify as LGBTQ, as well as those who live with disabilities or
The report aims to create and strengthen supports and services for Indigenous Peoples with neurodevelopmental differences. It calls for culturally relevant services and enhanced partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations. The
The study suggests the country can do more to improve access to seniors’ care and overall equity in the health system. It found that most provinces exceed the international average in care process, which includes factors such as coordination across
People across England are being encouraged to use the NHS App to register their organ donation decision. The total number of organ donation decisions registered for the first time through the NHS App increased by over a fifth over the last year to
N.S. is expanding a fast-tracked immigration program to include international students who want to become paramedics and pharmacy technicians, in its latest move to address health worker shortages. The province is allowed to nominate immigration
Members of the public will be asked to shape how the NHS uses their health data to improve patient care, as part a series of events next year. The events will gather public views on digital and data transformation in the NHS. Among the programs and
More people could be encouraged to purchase alcohol-free drinks under government proposals to make alternatives to alcoholic drinks more widely available. The public consultation will seek views on whether to raise the threshold for describing a