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 Integrated Chronic Care Service (formerly known as the Nova Scotia Environmental Health Centre) provides comprehensive assessments and care planning for individuals with complex chronic conditions such as:
The Integrated Chronic Care Service (ICCS) is an interdisciplinary team that provides short term support for individuals diagnosed or presenting with symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Fibromyalgia, and/or Multiple Chemical Sensitivity/Environmental Illnesses. Our team provides comprehensive assessment, recommendations and short-term interventions focused on self-management. We offer medical, psychotherapy, dietary, occupational therapy and physiotherapy services. It is expected that a primary care practitioner will support these recommendations. We do not provide primary care or chronic pain management services.
Please review the following before your appointment:
Other:
The Integrated Chronic Care Service accepts referrals from primary care providers (physicians and nurse practitioners) working in Nova Scotia. Due to the service demand, we only accept referrals from within Nova Scotia.
Integrated Chronic Care Service referral form (.pdf)
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ICCS provides assessments and care planning for people with complex chronic (ongoing) conditions. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you come to ICCS.
The chemicals used in scented products can make some people sick, especially people with fragrance sensitivities, asthma, allergies, and other medical conditions. This pamphlet gives a list of types of products that have scents and ways to remove various scents from yourself and your environment.
This pamphlet gives a list of types of products that have been approved by the Integrated Chronic Care Service (ICCS) as not having any added scents or fragrances. Please only use scent-free products before coming to ICCS for your in-person appointments.