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Talk to your health care provider to learn more about transition to adult health care If you’re regularly followed at IWK Health, at some point your care will have to transfer to an adult care team or your primary care provider—like your family physician or nurse practitioner. Every transition and...

Starting Wednesday April 15th, 2026, masks will no longer be required universally in IWK Health clinical and public spaces. Masking will continue to be required for staff or physicians during any health care interactions in which the patient and/or support persons are wearing masks for any reason or are requesting...

Welcome! Whether you’re just starting to learn about autism or looking for ways to support your child day-to-day, you’re in the right place. This series of videos and resources is designed to provide practical, easy-to-understand information to help you better understand your child and support their development, communication, and well-being—at...

Nova Scotia has enhanced autism services for preschool-aged children and their families, with more supports available across the province. As part of this work, PPAS offers educational resources to help parents and caregivers build skills and support their child’s development. These resources are created with clinicians to ensure the information...

The Canadian health sector has a significant impact on the environment, contributing to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and other pollutants. Healthcare activities in Canada generate approximately 33 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents (CO₂e) annually, accounting for 4.6% of the national total. Additionally, the sector produces over 200,000 tonnes of...