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Traffic Impacts on Robie Street Near Halifax Infirmary – April 25, 2026
 
Nova Scotia Health is advising crane operations will continue on Robie Street, on Saturday, April 25, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. All southbound lanes on Robie Street will be closed between Quinpool Road and Jubilee Road.


Patients and visitors are advised to use alternate routes during this time. Sidewalks and pedestrian access will remain open. The emergency department will remain open and fully accessible throughout the work.
 
We apologize for any inconvenience.

Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs)

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Print Code
WG85-0931
Language
English
Creator
Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator, QE II

A VAD acts like the heart’s ventricle by pumping blood throughout the body. This pamphlet describes the types of VADs, what will happen during surgery, risks, and what to expect after. 

This pamphlet is also available in French: FF85-1853
Dispositifs d’assistance ventriculaire (DAV)

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