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Long time running

The countdown to the 2026 Blue Nose Marathon race weekend is on, and runners across the province are getting excited! Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS) is proud to continue its decades long sponsorship of the...
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It’s time to recognize Nova Scotia’s dedicated doctors 

May 1 is Doctors Day, a time to recognize the hard work and dedication of Nova Scotia’s physicians. Physicians are key to keeping our communities healthy and thriving. Not only do they serve on the fr...
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6 easy plant-based recipes

Whether you’re new to tofu or ready to level up your lentils game, you’ll love these tasty and nutritious plant-based recipes. “In today’s economy, chickpeas, beans, lentils and tofu are way cheaper t...
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Why a plant-forward diet is the way to go

You’ve probably noticed the increase in products like cereal and pasta boasting they have added protein. Maybe you’ve heard about health trends that advise replacing carbs with meat. But do we really ...
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Caring for your mental health when the world feels heavy

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news these days, you’re not alone. It’s not easy to stay centred and calm amid news of crises at home and abroad. It seems like everyone is feeling the pressure of...
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Hope for the future

As conflict intensifies in Iran and violence spreads across the region, members of the Iranian community living abroad are facing a difficult, unsettling time. Canada has one of the largest expat Iran...
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Find out the facts about menopause

Hot flashes. Night sweats. Brain fog and mood swings. These are well known symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. But what about joint pain? Unexpected body hair changes? Dry eyes, dry mouth or dry ...
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Women lead the way in medicine

March 11 is Canadian Women Physicians Day, a celebration of the women who have dedicated their lives to providing patient care in every medical specialty and every type of community imaginable. Female...
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Not just in your head: The health effects of chronic stress in Black communities

This blog post was written by Dalhousie Medical School students Olamide Okedara and MacKayla Williams, with editing by Dr. Lisa Dennis, Kate McKesey and Jenelle Gowie (Co-president of the Black Medica...
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Why racial equity in the emergency department can’t wait

This blog post was written by Dalhousie Medical School students Tyler Agyekum and Ayman Ghanai, with editing by Dr. Antonia Sappong-Kumankumah, Dr. Claire Dawe, Kate Ash-McKesey, and Jenelle Gowie (Co...
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Skin conditions on darker skin: Are online searches reliable? 

This blog post was written by second-year Dalhousie Medical School students Kate McKesey and Eshan Arora, with editing by Dr. David Haase, Dr. Rylee Oosterhuis, and Jenelle Gowie (Co-president of the ...
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What to know about new guidelines for treating hypertension in Black patients

This blog post was written by second-year Dalhousie Medical students Gracious Kasheke and Gabrielle Clark, with editing by Dr. Jeremy Wood, Dr. Samuel Jessula, Dr. Claire Nowlan, Dr. David. Haase, Kat...
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