2024 Tick-borne Diseases Program Updates
Please read this important memo from Dr. Jennifer Cram, Provincial Medical Officer of Health, regarding updates for the tick-borne diseases program.
This memo includes a notice about increased Anaplasmosis and Pediatric Lyme Arthritis in patients across Nova Scotia including flags for diagnosing and treatment pathways available.
Nova Scotia Insulin Pump Program (NSIPP) Opens for Enrollment
~shared on behalf of the Nova Scotia Insulin Pump Program
The Nova Scotia Insulin Pump Program (NSIPP) has opened enrollment to all ages for T1D.
Physicians and NPs are asked to refer patients who are interested in insulin pump therapy to a Diabetes Team and a Diabetes Specialist Physician who can support pump preparation and starts. Patients already using an insulin pump can enroll by contacting the NSIPP coordinator at Toll-free: Phone: 1-855-306-6360 Phone: 902-470-6707; Email: nsipp@iwk.nshealth.ca.
New Insulin Pump Resources:
- Insulin Pump Preparation and Initiation Resources including the NSIPP clinical eligibility form
- Additional NSIPP Coordinator support to help your patients navigate through the program.
Clinical questions can be directed to info@dcpns.nshealth.ca and program questions to nsipp@iwk.nshealth.ca.
Congratulations to Dr. Shelly Deeks
On July 18, a select group of Nova Scotians were awarded the King Charles III's Coronation Medal in recognition of significant, long-term service.
The medal recipients represent a broad cross-section of Nova Scotians who have made significant contributions to Canada, the province, or their communities. Dr. Shelly Deeks was awarded the medal for long standing public service and service to health.
Halifax Pride Festival
Pride events are a fantastic way to visibly support and celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and Nova Scotia Health proudly joined IWK Health to march in the Halifax Pride parade this past Saturday.
While these events are filled with joy and celebration, it’s important to remember their roots in the fight for equality. Our journey continues, but together, we're creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.
Let’s keep celebrating Pride and taking action to uplift 2SLGBTQIA+ voices!
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