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Public Health

Public Health promotes and protects the health of all communities in Nova Scotia. We do this by providing services and resources that promote health and allow people to be part of creating healthy communities.

Our work is supported by three core programs:

Early Years

Supporting people who are pregnant and families with young children. 

Pregnancy Support | Parenting Support

Health Protection

Providing immunization services and support, and preventing the spread of infectious diseases in Nova Scotia.

Immunizations | Infectious Diseases

Healthy Communities

Promoting health and identifying needs and opportunities within communities to support health and wellness.

Public Health in the Community

Clinics, Programs, and Services

Patient Education Resources

Brosse à dents et fil dentaire

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Le brossage des dents permet de prévenir les caries. Dans cette brochure, vous trouverez des renseignements sur le moment où vous devriez vous brosser les dents et utiliser le fil dentaire, des conseils généraux sur le brossage des dents et l'utilisation du fil dentaire, et des conseils pour aider les enfants à se brosser les dents et à utiliser le fil dentaire. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Important Information about Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Polio and Haemophilus Influenzae type b (Hib) Diseases and Diphtheria, Tetanus, Acellular Pertussis, Polio and Hib (DTaP-IPV-Hib) Vaccine

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This resource explains what diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, and haemophilus influenzae type b are, what the DTaP-IPV-Hib vaccine is, who should get and not get the vaccine, and possible side effects and risks of the vaccine.

Le tabagisme et la santé de la bouche

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La cause la plus fréquente du cancer de la bouche est le tabagisme. Dans cette brochure, vous trouverez des renseignements sur les nombreuses façons dont le cancer de la bouche peut se développer, ainsi que ses symptômes. Si vous souhaitez cesser de fumer, vous y trouverez également des coordonnées pour des groupes de soutien dans votre région. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Loving Care: Parents and Families

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This booklet contains information on parent care and family care, including topics such as postpartum care, mental health, family safety, eating for wellness, siblings, and childcare. It also has additional resources in the back of the book, including a car seat guide and a support and information contacts section.

Programme scolaire de vaccination - Formulaire de consentement pour le programme scolaire de vaccination et fiche d'instructions

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Il s'agit du formulaire de consentement qui doit être rempli et soumis avant que les élèves puissent recevoir des vaccins dans le cadre du programme scolaire de vaccination. La feuille d'instructions fournit de l'information sur la façon de remplir le formulaire de consentement. Des versions imprimées et en ligne de ces documents sont disponibles dans les écoles qui offrent le programme.

Renseignements importants au sujet de l’infection à méningocoque groupe C et du vaccin conjugué contre le méningocoque groupe C

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La présente ressource explique ce qu'est l’infection à méningocoque groupe C, en quoi consiste le vaccin conjugué contre le méningocoque groupe C, qui devrait le recevoir et qui ne devrait pas le recevoir, de même que les effets secondaires et les risques possibles liés au vaccin.

Renseignements importants au sujet de la rougeole, de la rubéole, des oreillons et de la varicelle et au sujet du vaccin contre la rougeole, la rubéole, les oreillons et la varicelle (RROV)

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La présente ressource explique ce que sont la rougeole, les oreillons, la rubéole et la varicelle, en quoi consiste le vaccin RROV, qui devrait le recevoir et qui ne devrait pas le recevoir, de même que les effets secondaires et les risques possibles liés au vaccin.

Renseignements importants au sujet de la rougeole, des oreillons et de la rubéole et au sujet du vaccin contre la rougeole, la rubéole et les oreillons (RRO)

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La présente ressource explique ce que sont la rougeole, les oreillons et la rubéole, en quoi consiste le vaccin ROR, qui devrait le recevoir et qui ne devrait pas le recevoir, de même que les effets secondaires et les risques possibles liés au vaccin. This sheet is also available in English.

Renseignements importants sur la diphtérie, la coqueluche, le tétanos et la polio ainsi que sur le vaccin contre la diphtérie, la coqueluche acellulaire, le tétanos et la polio (dcaT-VPI)

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La ressource explique ce que sont la diphtérie, la coqueluche, le tétanos et la polio, en quoi consiste le vaccin, qui devrait recevoir le vaccin et qui ne devrait pas le recevoir, de même que les effets secondaires et les risques possibles liés au vaccin. This resource is also available in English.

Renseignements importants sur la diphtérie, la coqueluche, le tétanos et le vaccin contre la diphtérie, la coqueluche acellulaire et le tétanos (dcaT)

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La ressource explique ce que sont la diphtérie, la coqueluche, le tétanos et la polio, en quoi consiste le vaccin, qui devrait recevoir le vaccin et qui ne devrait pas le recevoir, de même que les effets secondaires et les risques possibles liés au vaccin. This sheet is also available in English.

Renseignements importants sur la diphtérie, la coqueluche, le tétanos, la polio, l’Haemophilus influenzae de type b (Hib) et le vaccin contre la diphtérie, la coqueluche acellulaire, le tétanos, la polio et Hib (DCaT-VPI-Hib)

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La présente ressource explique ce que sont la diphtérie, la coqueluche, le tétanos, la polio, l’Haemophilus influenzae de type b, en quoi consiste le vaccin DCaT-VPI-Hib, qui devrait le recevoir et qui ne devrait pas le recevoir, de même que les effets secondaires et les risques possibles liés au vaccin.

Tendres soins - De 1 à 3 ans

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Ce livret contient de l'information pour les parents, en particulier sur les enfants de 1 à 3 ans, y compris des renseignements sur le développement de l'enfant, le jeu, le comportement, le sommeil, l'alimentation, l'apprentissage de la propreté, ainsi que la santé et la sécurité.

Tendres soins - Parents et familles

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Ce livret contient de l'information sur les façons de prendre soin des parents et de la famille. On y parle des soins post-partum, de la santé mentale, de la sécurité familiale, de l'alimentation pour le bien-être, des frères et sœurs et des services de garde. Vous y trouverez également des ressources supplémentaires, dont un guide sur les sièges d'auto et une section sur les coordonnées des services de soutien et d'information.

Public Health Offices Map

Public Health Offices

Mobile Public Health Units Map

Mobile Public Health Units

Blockhouse Fire Hall - Measles & COVID-19 Clinic

Thursday, May 23 from 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Annapolis Royal Fire Department - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Wednesday, May 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

COVID-19 vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Beaver Bank Kinsac Community Centre - Measles, COVID-19, Tetanus and Influenza Clinic

Wednesday, May 15 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Tdap (Tetanus) vaccine

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Bridgetown Fire Department - Measles, COVID-19 and Influenza Clinic

Wednesday, May 15 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COVID-19 and influenza vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 
Drop-ins: 2 – 2:30 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)
  • Influenza Vaccines (ages 6 months and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Canning Multiplex - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Thursday, May 30 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 – 3 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

East Hants Sportsplex - COVID-19 Rapid Test Pick-up

Monday, May 13 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Drop in to pick up COVID-19 rapid tests. Booked appointments, COVID-19 and influenza PCR tests not available.

Fortress Senior Citizens Club - Measles & COVID-19 Clinic

Monday, May 27 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Holy Family Parish Hall - Measles & COVID-19 Clinic

Thursday, May 23 from 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Island & Barrington Fire Department - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Thursday, May 23 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Judique Community Centre - Measles & COVID-19 Clinic

Friday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Kentville Volunteer Fire Department - Measles & COVID-19 Immunization

This is part of a Black Health and Wellness Event in Kentville. Click here for more event details. 

Monday, May 27 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Drop-in only:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & Pfizer vaccines for people ages 6 months and older.
  • Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
    • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
    • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu
  • COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Margaree Fireman’s Club - Measles, COVID-19 and Influenza Clinic

Wednesday, May 15 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

New Germany Royal Canadian Legion - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 2:30 – 3 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Pictou County Wellness Centre - Measles, COVID-19, Tetanus and Influenza Clinic

Tuesday, May 14 from 12 - 5 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Tdap (Tetanus) vaccine

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - Measles, COVID-19 and Influenza Clinic

Tuesday, May 14 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Spanish River Community Centre - Measles, COVID-19 and Influenza Clinic

Monday, May 13 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

 

Stewiacke Community Centre and Fire Hall - Measles & COVID-19 Clinic

Saturday, May 18 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Drop-in only:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccines for people ages 6 months and older.
  • Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
    • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
    • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Booked or drop-in:

  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book a testing appointment.

Tantallon Public Library - Measles, COVID-19, Tetanus and Influenza Clinic

Monday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & influenza vaccines (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Tdap (Tetanus) vaccine

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Tatamagouche Fire Department - Measles & COVID-19 Clinic

Friday, May 24 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Booked or drop-in:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccine (ages 6 months +)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu and COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Book an appointment: Vaccines | Testing

Limited drop-in appointments may be available.

Drop in only:

Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Tatamagouche Fire Hall - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Monday, May 27 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Offering:

  • COVID-19 Moderna vaccines for people ages 6 months and older.
  • Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
    • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
    • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Drop-in only, no booked appointments.

Truro Legion - Measles & COVID-19 Immunization

This is part of a Black Health and Wellness Event at Truro Legion. Click here for more event details. 

Thursday, May 16 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Drop-in only:

  • COVID-19 Moderna & Pfizer vaccines for people ages 6 months and older.
  • Measles-containing vaccines for those who are eligible:
    • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
    • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
  • PCR testing for COVID-19 and flu
  • COVID-19 rapid test pick-up 

Waterville Fire Department - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Monday May 27 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

COVID-19 vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Drop-ins: 1:30 – 2 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Western Kings Memorial Health Centre (Wilson Room) - Measles and COVID-19 Immunization

Tuesday May 21 from 1 - 4 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Drop-ins: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)

Weymouth Royal Canadian Legion - Measles, COVID-19 and Influenza Clinic

Monday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COVID-19 and influenza vaccine appointments: 

Booked Appointments: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 
Drop-ins: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

  • Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine (ages 6 months and over)
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines (ages 12 and over)
  • Influenza Vaccines (ages 6 months and over)

COVID-19 rapid test kits available.

Measles vaccine appointments:

Drop in only (full clinic) for those who are eligible:

  • MMR - Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • MMRV - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chickenpox)
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