Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia
210-238A Brownlow Ave B3B 2B4 Dartmouth, NS, Canada

The province marks another vaccine milestone today: 500,000 doses. More than 45% of Nova Scotians have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The prov...ince is on track to give a first dose to every Nova Scotian who is able to receive one by the end of June. Eligible Nova Scotians can book their appointment at www.novascotia.ca/vaccination.

I dropped in virtually for an early morning visit with Health and Wellness Minister Zach Churchill, and the folks at City Drug Store in Yarmouth to thank th...em for their hard work in helping to make this 500,000th dose milestone a reality! A great day in our vaccination rollout program and a record week for vaccine: two 20,000 plus days and an estimated 75K Nova Scotians vaccinated. Next week is planned for 82K doses! Let’s keep going, Nova Scotia. #COVID19NS

Friendly reminder to sanitize frequently, wear your mask, and socially distance whenever possible. Enjoy the long weekend! #MayLongWeekend #NSPharmacy

There are many "experts" in the comments section of social media but very few have the education and experience of your pharmacist. This most accessible member of your health care team is there to answer any questions you may have about your health. #FridayFunnies

Today, May 21, Nova Scotia is reporting two deaths related to COVID-19. Two men in their 70s have died in Central Zone. There have now been 76 COVID-19 related ...deaths in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia is also reporting 84 new cases of COVID-19 and 197 recoveries today. There are 66 cases in Central Zone, 11 in Eastern Zone, six in Northern Zone and one in Western Zone. One case in Central Zone is a staff member of Melville Lodge, a nursing home in Halifax. At the direction of public health and as an added precaution, residents and staff from the affected unit are being tested. Most residents have been fully vaccinated with two doses of COVID-19 vaccine. There is community spread in Central Zone and in Sydney. Northern and Western Zones continue to be closely monitored for community spread. There are some areas of concern, particularly in Bridgewater, New Minas and Kentville. Testing has been increased in these areas. As of today, Nova Scotia has 1,028 active cases of COVID-19. There are 84 people in hospital, including 21 in ICU. The median age of people hospitalized in the third wave is 55 for non-ICU, and 59 for people in ICU. On May 19, Nova Scotia Health Authority's labs completed 7,041 tests. There were 27,953 tests administered between May 14 and 20 at the rapid-testing pop-up sites in Sydney, Dartmouth, Halifax, Bridgewater, New Minas and Kingston. As of May 20, 483,549 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. Of those, 40,900 Nova Scotians have received their second dose. Since April 1, there have been 3,407 positive COVID-19 cases and 10 deaths. There are 2,369 resolved cases. Stay up-to-date: www.novascotia.ca/coronavirus/data. -- Aujourd'hui 21 mai, la Nouvelle-Écosse annonce deux décès liés à la COVID-19. Deux septuagénaires sont décédés dans le secteur du centre. Il y a maintenant 76 décès liés à la COVID-19 en Nouvelle-Écosse. La Nouvelle-Écosse annonce également aujourd’hui 84 nouveaux cas de COVID-19 et 197 cas résolus. Il y a 66 cas dans le secteur du centre, 11 dans le secteur de l'est, 6 dans le secteur du nord et 1 dans le secteur de l’ouest. Un cas dans le secteur du centre est celui d’un employé à Melville Lodge, un foyer de soins infirmiers à Halifax. Selon les directives de la Santé publique et par mesure de précaution, les résidents et le personnel subissent des tests de dépistage. La plupart des résidents ont reçu les deux doses du vaccin contre la COVID-19 et sont maintenant entièrement immunisés. Il y a de la transmission communautaire dans le secteur du centre et à Sydney. On continue de surveiller de près la situation dans les secteurs du nord et de l'ouest pour voir s'il y a de la transmission communautaire. Le nombre de nouveaux cas est inquiétant dans certaines régions, notamment à Bridgewater, à New Minas et à Kentville. On a augmenté le nombre d'endroits où les gens peuvent se faire tester dans ces régions. Aujourd'hui, la Nouvelle-Écosse compte 1 028 cas actifs de COVID-19. Quatre-vingt-quatre personnes sont hospitalisées, dont 21 aux soins intensifs. L'âge médian des personnes hospitalisées pendant la troisième vague est de 55 ans, et celui des personnes hospitalisées aux soins intensifs est de 59 ans. Le 19 mai, les laboratoires de la Régie de la santé de la Nouvelle-Écosse ont analysé 7 041 tests. Du 14 au 20 mai, 27 953 personnes ont subi un test aux cliniques temporaires de dépistage rapide aux endroits suivants : Sydney, Dartmouth, Halifax, Bridgewater, New Minas et Kingston. Au 20 mai, 483 549 doses du vaccin contre la COVID-19 ont été administrées. De ce nombre, 40 900 étaient une deuxième dose. Depuis le 1er avril, la Nouvelle-Écosse a enregistré 3 407 cas confirmés de COVID-19 et 10 décès. Le nombre de cas résolus se chiffre à 2 369. Restez au courant : www.novascotia.ca/coronavirus/data/fr.

Nova Scotia has 27 active cases of COVID-19. One new case is being reported today. It is in Central Zone and is a close contact of a previously reported case. T...he labs completed 2,408 NS tests yesterday. Nova Scotia is in Phase 1 of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout program. As of Jan. 9, 3,831 doses of the vaccine have been administered, and 1,076 Nova Scotians have received their second dose. Nova Scotia has received 13,450 doses of COVID-19 vaccine so far, with additional shipments scheduled to arrive weekly. The province is reserving half of every vaccine shipment to ensure second doses are available. Since Oct. 1, Nova Scotia has completed 131,581 tests. There have been 445 positive COVID-19 cases, no deaths and 418 cases are now resolved. No one is currently in hospital. Get the latest data at www.novascotia.ca/coronavirus/data.

#QuickTipTuesday Taking children’s temperature at home can be tricky, here are the most effective ways by age to take their temperatures: Infants < 3 months: rectal thermometer... Infants 3+ months: rectal or underarm thermometers Infants 6+ months: rectal, underarm or ear thermometers. (Must follow instructions for ear thermometers carefully to get accurate reading) Children 4+ years: rectal, underarm, ear or oral thermometers *Forehead or temporal artery thermometers are good for all ages but must be used very carefully as they are prone to user errors!*

Happy #FridayFunny PS, please remember your pharmacy team works in the pharmacy not in grocery.

Questions about Nova Scotia's COVID-19 vaccination plan? Dr. Strang has some answers | CBC News https://www.cbc.ca//vaccination-plan-robert-strang-1.58632

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in Nova Scotia are ready to help deliver the COVID-19 vaccine. #readytovaccinate https://globalnews.ca//dentists-pharmacists-nova-scotia-c/

Have a read through of the article below to hear what Dartmouth pharmacy owner and our Board Chair, Diane Harpell, has to say about the flu shot demand this year.

Exciting News Alert! We are so excited to be launching a new segment called #WhatsTheWeds with Archie and his friends! Each week Archie from #ArchieSays will share some of his healthcare knowledge with his new buddies to teach them more about topics they may not know about. ... If you have a #FurBaby that is looking to learn, head over to PANS.NS.CA/WhatsThatWeds and discover how you can enter your pet in for a chance to be featured on our social media accounts. #WhatsThatWeds #PANS

Today marks the first day of #WorldAntimicrobialAwarenessWeek The goal of #WAAW is to increase the awareness surrounding global antimicrobial resistance and encourage safe use to further prevent the emergence of drug-resistant infections. Learn more at https://www.who.int/camp/world-antimicrobial-awareness-week

#QuickTipTuesday As we move into the holiday season it’s important to continue following the COVID-19 guidelines the province has set. Remember: ... - Minimize the amount of time you spend in the store (if possible order online or over the phone) - Avoid shopping in groups - Ensure you are wear a mask that covers both your mouth and nose - Wash or sanitize your hands regularly - Follow social distancing guidelines Lets #StopTheSpread and ensure we have a safe and #HappyHoliday

Click the link below for an organized list of possible COVID-19 exposure notices within Nova Scotia.