Starting Saturday, December 14, 2024, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department has changed to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.
Please plan for extra travel time when coming to the QEII Halifax Infirmary. As of February 18, the easternmost, northbound lane of Robie Street will be closed for the duration of the Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project, leaving two lanes open. Expect potential delays and consider alternative routes when possible.
The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program
The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program offers support to people in later stages of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
NEW! COPD Care and Education Nova Scotia.
COPD Care and Education Nova Scotia offers virtual support to people with early stages of COPD.
These programs include:
Benefits
People who take part receive home visits, calls, or virtual visits.
In Central Zone, your healthcare provider can refer you using this form. A COPD educator will decide whether INSPIRED or COPD Education Nova Scotia is the best fit for you.
In the rest of the province, ask your healthcare provider to refer you to INSPIRED using this form.
COPD Care and Education Nova Scotia is currently only available in Central Zone, but anyone can take part in this program by signing up for a "COPD and You" class online through Healthy NS.
Other sessions on Healthy NS that may be helpful include:
Call 902-717-7596 or email INSPIRED@nshealth.ca
For more information check out our Patient Guide.
Tel: 902-567-0378
Fax: 902-563-7920
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Tel: 902-324-2694
Fax: 902-893-7908
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Respiratory Therapy Department
Tel: 902-667-5400 ext 6110
Fax: 902-667-1882
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Tel: 902-719-6194
Fax: 902-425-4191
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program
Tel: 902-523-3880
Fax: 902-527-5099
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
There are one or more unplanned disruptions affecting this location. Click here for more information.
Respiratory Therapy Department
Tel: 902-792-2061
Fax: 902-798-5107
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Tel: 902-740-2881
Fax: 902-742-8418
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Tel: 902-698-3417
Fax: 902-679-3346
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Tel: 902-870-7581
Fax: 902-867-1085
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
688B East River Rd.
New Glasgow, NS
B2H 3S1
Tel: 902-759-3861
Fax: 833-924-0384
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Tel: 902-258-7195
Fax: 833-258-3341
email: inspired@nshealth.ca
If you are a patient with moderate or advanced COPD who meets our eligibility criteria and would like to be part of the The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, please ask your family physician or respirologist to fill out the INSPIRED COPD outreach Program referral form.
Advance care planning, or personal care planning, is the process of making your medical and medical wishes known. This pamphlet gives information about advance care planning, how to navigate personal directives (PDs), and delegates. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet provides information about free COPD and Advance Care Planning education sessions.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.
Shortness of breath is the most common symptom for people with advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This pamphlet explains what causes shortness of breath, how opioids help, what kinds of opioids are used, if opioids are safe, and possible side effects.
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.
