Doctors Nova Scotia

Who We Are

Doctors Nova Scotia is the professional association representing all physicians in the province. There are over 3,500 members including practicing physicians,retired physicians, medical students and residents.

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Kids' Run Club has begun its eighth year. Find out how you and your school can take part.
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Learn to Run 5k

As seen on TV! In weekly segments on CTV Morning Live Kerry Copeland and Cyril Lunney help runners get ready to run 5k leading up to the Blue Nose Marathon.
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Strive Award

Elderfit Lunenburg, Friends of Ellenwood Park, and Hope Blooms/North End Community Garden are the three finalists for the 2012 Strive Award. The recipient will be announced during Doctors Nova Scotia's annual conference on June 2.

Profiles of award finalists

News

Province releases physician resource plan»

Doctors Nova Scotia the voice for patient care»

Good Pill, Bad Pill campaign: Doctors, patients encouraged to use written opioid treatment agreements

Canadian Medical Association: No time for complacency in fight against tobacco »

Neurological conditions study: Participants sought for survey»

Palliative home care patients eligible for free drug coverage

Medical Act: Amendments become law »

Flu shots free for all Nova Scotians»

Food recalls and allergy alerts »

HEALTH EDUCATION

Recognizing Nova Scotia’s nurses

Physicians in Nova Scotia would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the province’s dedicated nurses during National Nursing Week from May 6 to 12.

Doctors and nurses work as a team

	Get Active & Eat Well Staying active is important for everyone, regardless of age. Physical activity and proper nutrition is key to a healthy lifestyle. How to get active, eat healthily »
	Quit Smoking The doctors of Nova Scotia encourage those who smoke to take the first step toward quitting. Talk with your doctor. Quit smoking support, resources»
	Healthy Living Challenge for kids The Healthy Living Challenge is part of Doctors Nova Scotia's free, school-based running club to assist coaches in addressing healthy lifestyles. Register your school today »
	Regular Pap Tests Even though it's preventable, Nova Scotia has one of the highest rates of cervical cancer in the country. Where, why to get a Pap test »