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This blog post was written by third-year Dalhousie medical student Miriam John. Going to the doctor can be nerve-racking, especially when you’re a little kid. But learning about healthcare procedures with your teddy bear can help transform nerve-racking healthcare experiences into positive ones.
This blog post is based on the feature story originally published in the September 2026 issue of doctorsNS magazine. Photography by Scott McIntyre. Helping to keep spirits high during the long, demanding days of medical school is something Jastina Mahendrarajah takes pride in.
With autumn just around the corner, and work and school routines starting to ramp up again, it may seem like you don’t have time to focus on your health and wellness. When you’re busy, it’s easy to let healthy habits slide, putting you more at risk…
