Resources
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Medical - Halifax - Adult
Government of Nova Scotia - Physicians Accepting Patients in Nova Scotia
Web: http://www.gov.ns.ca/health/physicians/default.asp
As a service of the Government of Nova Scotia, this link provides a searchable database of doctors accepting patients throughout the province.
Capital Health Services of Nova Scotia
Web: http://www.cdha.nshealth.ca/
Capital Health is Nova Scotia's largest provider of health services. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Halifax Regional Municipality and the western part of Hants County. We are 11,000 employees, physicians, learners, and volunteers providing medical and surgical care, mental health care, community health programs, addiction prevention and treatment, and environmental health services.
Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness
Phone: (902) 424-5818
Web: http://www.gov.ns.ca/health/
The Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness, the district health authorities and the IWK have a shared mission to work together to empower individuals, families, partners, and communities to promote, improve and maintain the health of Nova Scotians through a proactive and sustainable health care system.
Nova Scotia Health Card (MSI)
Phone: (902) 496-7008
Web: http://www.gov.ns.ca/health/msi/
Nova Scotia's Health Insurance Programs are designed to provide eligible residents with coverage for medically required hospital, medical, dental and optometric services with some restrictions.
Atlantic Breast Cancer Net
Web: http://www.abcn.ca/
Atlantic Breast Cancer Net (ABCN) is a web based community news and information portal for Atlantic Canada Breast Cancer groups to submit their resources, articles, sites and papers for inclusion.
Wheelchair Skills Program
Phone: (902) 473-1268
Web: http://www.wheelchairskillsprogram.ca/
Helps people in wheelchairs overcome everyday obstacles. This program is based on 20 years of research, at Dalhousie University, into wheelchair stability and performance.
Cancer Care Nova Scotia - Cancer Patient Navigator
Phone: (902) 690-3700 - Annapolis Valley
Toll free: 1-866-524-1234
Web: http://www.cancercare.ns.ca/en/home/nscancerservices/cancerpatientnavigation/default.aspx
Cancer Patient Navigators work with those of all ages with cancer and their families guide their way through the cancer care system. They also work closely with the Patient Navigation Community Liaison to improve access to cancer services. CPN's work with family physicians, community-based specialists, oncologists and other cancer health professionals to coordinate services for the patient.
Cancer Care Nova Scotia - Education and Resources
Web: http://www.cancercare.ns.ca/en/home/patientsfamilies/educationresources/publications.aspx
Cancer Care Nova Scotia has developed a number of educational resources and informative publications on their website to help guide patients and families through the treatment process. On their website you will find a variety of articles to help families navigate the cancer care system and give families more information on cancer care and it's treatment.
Nova Scotia Disabled Persons Commission
Phone: (902) 424-8280
Toll Free: 1-800-565-8280 (within NS)
Web: www.gov.ns.ca/disa/
Links to disability sites regarding various topics including income support, transportation, education, recreation, etc.
Intraspec
Web: http://intraspec.ca/find-a-doctor.php
The Intraspec website provides a free provincial listing of health lines and doctor availability for each province to assist you in your search for finding quality health care.
Public Health - Halifax Nova Scotia
Phone: (902) 481-5800
Web: http://www.cdha.nshealth.ca/public-health
Public Health Nova Scotia is a team of health professionals who work together with the community, families and individuals to precent illness, protect and promote health and achieve overall wellbeing. Some of the services and programs they offer include prenatal classes, healthy beginnings, baby café, immunization clinics and much more. Go to their website for more information on their services and programs.
Walk In Clinics in Nova Scotia
Web: http://www.doctorsns.com/en/home/healthcarefacilitiesandservices/walkinclinics.aspx
On this website you will find a listing of walk in clinics throughout the province.
