Coronavirus (COVID)

Nova Scotia Health is working closely with the Department of Health and Wellness and other health system partners to respond to COVID-19. More information can be found at www.novascotia.ca/coronavirus.

Clinics, Programs, and Services

Public Health Mobile Unit

Public Health Mobile Unit (PHMU) provides Public Health services in communities across the province. The program is made up of healthcare vans and people working together with community to support...

COVID-19 Rapid Testing

Nova Scotia Health’s testing strategy for acute viral respiratory infection has changed to ensure people who are at highest risk of severe illness and hospitalization have access to medication. Test...

VaxRecordNS

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VaxRecordNS allows people with a Nova Scotia health card to access vaccination records using the website. With the exception of MPox, all vaccinations that have been reported to Public...

New Health Information System

Nova Scotia Health's new One Person One Record system will begin rolling out on May 9 at facilities in the Halifax Regional and West Hants municipalities, and some provincial Mental Health and Addictions Program services.

During this time of transition to a better patient-record system, our teams will keep working to get you the care you need.

You may notice staff in purple vests helping our care teams use the new system.

We appreciate your patience and understanding.

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Accessing Primary Care

There are many ways to access primary care, even if you're not currently attached to a primary care provider.

Answer a few quick questions to receive personalized instructions for accessing Nova Scotia Health's primary care options near you including in-person, virtual and telephone options.

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Find Emergency Care

Use this tool to identify the emergency care options that are currently available nearest to you.

If this is a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1 for immediate assistance

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YourHealthNS App

Much of Nova Scotia's healthcare program and service information is now available on the YourHealthNS mobile app. Download for free on the Apple Store and Android Apps for Google Play.

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COVID and flu testing locations Map

COVID and flu testing locations