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Mentoring Black learners for the future

This blog post was originally published in the September 2025 issue of doctorsNS magazine. When Dr. Toni Sappong thinks back to her first day of medical school in 2012, she remembers the thrill of sta...
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Papapalooza takes healthcare to the street 

This blog post was written by third-year Dalhousie medical student Nicoletta Dini and was originally published in the September 2025 issue of doctorsNS magazine. The number of people who are insecurel...
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Vaccines for every age 

Immunization protects people of all ages from a host of common, preventable diseases. With back-to-school season (not to mention respiratory virus season) just around the corner, this is a good time t...
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4 things to know about opioid poisoning – and how to help

It’s always good to know what to do to help someone who is experiencing an opioid poisoning. The unregulated drug supply can be unpredictable and inconsistent, therefore there can be a higher risk of ...
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Measles is back – here’s how to stay safe

With more than 4,300 measles cases reported across the country (including more than 50 in Nova Scotia) by early August, the disease is now a growing concern for Canadians. Read on to learn about measl...
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Celebrating Acadian history 

August is Acadian Heritage Month and Aug. 15 marks National Acadian Day, a time to honour the rich culture, resilience and history of Acadian people across the Atlantic provinces. In Nova Scotia, Acad...
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Alcohol-free is the way to be

Few things can top spending a relaxing summer evening on a patio with friends – and it’s even better if you wake up the next morning without a hangover. More Canadians – especially members of the youn...
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Happy Pride, Nova Scotia

Starting in June and continuing through the summer months, Canadians celebrate Pride, an annual celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and a global call to political action. This year, the Halifax Pride F...
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4 ways to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day

In Canada, June is National Indigenous History Month, which honours the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across the country. And June 21 is National Indigenous ...
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Meet 10 award-winning Nova Scotia doctors

Nova Scotia is home to many dedicated physicians who are working hard to improve health care for their patients and communities. This year, Doctors Nova Scotia recognized 10 physicians and one medical...
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Dr. Shelly McNeil is the new president of Doctors Nova Scotia

As a young adult, Dr. Shelly McNeil spent time as a medical volunteer in Zimbabwe and in Swaziland (now Eswatini). She saw firsthand the devastation that diseases like HIV, measles and meningitis can ...
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Why culturally safe healthcare is key

At the recent 2025 Doctors Nova Scotia annual conference in Membertou, Cape Breton, the education session explored how physicians can help Indigenous patients feel safe and respected in healthcare. Pr...
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Recognize Your Doctor

Doctors Nova Scotia is proud to showcase the work, expertise and dedication of physicians across the province. Post an online shout-out for a doctor who has made a difference in your life and we will pass it along to them.

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