RSV protection for infants available
HALIFAX: Infants under eight months can now get free protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The program for infants – which will be offered every year during the RSV season,…
Flu, COVID-19 vaccine appointments now available to book
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians can now book appointments for the COVID-19 and influenza vaccines. These safe, effective and free vaccines are recommended for everyone aged six months and older. “Vaccination against…
Access to RSV protection for infants, older Nova Scotians being expanded by N.S.
NOVA SCOTIA: Infants under eight months and adults 75 years and older will soon have access to free protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Beginning September 10, Nova Scotians aged…
Public Health investigating cases of measles in Pictou County area
PICTOU COUNTY: Nova Scotia Health is investigating a lab confirmed case of measles in Pictou County with additional contacts who are also ill with measles-like symptoms. Public Health is working…
N.S. announces free Shingles Vaccine available this month
HALIFAX: Starting May 20, Nova Scotians aged 65 and older can book their free shingles vaccine appointment. The first appointments will be May 28. “Across Canada, nearly one in three…
Public health investigating measles case, found in HRM
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia has its first case of measles in 2025, found in Halifax Regional Municipality. The case involves a Nova Scotian who travelled outside Canada. The person had received…
PHAC secures Avian Flu vaccine for Canadians
OTTAWA, ONT.: The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is being proactive in protecting the health of people in Canada by authorizing and securing the supply of a human vaccine…
N.S. opens COVID-19 vaccine bookings for children under 5; boosters for some who are pregnant
From a press releaseHALIFAX: Parents and guardians of children aged six months to under five years can book their child’s COVID-19 vaccine appointment starting July 28. Children will need two…
Province announces more Immunocompromised people eligible for additional COVID-19 vaccine dose
From a release HALIFAX: More immunocompromised Nova Scotians, including those on dialysis, are now eligible for a three-dose primary series of COVID-19 vaccine and can book an additional dose starting…
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine now available for Nova Scotians 30-plus
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians who are 30 and older are now able to schedule an appointment for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. More than 55,000 Pfizer appointments were added to clinics across…