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Request for Supplier Qualifications (RFSQ) Tender

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The IYS-NS Provincial Leadership Team is excited to announce that the Integrated Youth Services – Nova Scotia (IYS-NS) Request for Supplier Qualifications (RFSQ) document is now posted on the NS Public Tender Website. The RFSQ is posted at: https://procurement-portal.novascotia.ca/tenders/IWK-2024-0187 Tender #: IWK-2024-0187 You can access the document and any future...

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Julia Donahue

Board Director

Originally from Miramichi, New Brunswick, Julia Donahue has spent her career helping organizations navigate business and IT transformations. She is currently the Vice President, People & Culture at Property Valuation Services Corporation in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Previously, Julia worked as...

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Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist

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Date: August 7, 2024

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Brain Tumour Clinic

The Brain Tumour Clinic provides specialized care for children and youth in the Maritimes who have a brain tumour. How we help We use an interdisciplinary team to provide treatment...

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Children's Health, Surgery

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Children, Youth

News and Stories

August 20, 2024 | 12 min read

Newborns Now Screened for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Newborns across the Maritimes will now be screened for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), through a genetic test added to the Maritime Newborn Screening program. The screening, done at birth, will provide early diagnosis and access to care sooner for infants...

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August 26, 2024 | 9 min read

Advancing women’s health care: patients suffering from fibroids to benefit from state-of-the-art technology at IWK Health

New advanced technology acquired by IWK Health will offer a less invasive treatment option for patients suffering from fibroids – benign growths within the uterus composed of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue. Acessa® Laparoscopic Radiofrequency Ablation is an...

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Vitamins and Minerals

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Folic Acid Folic acid, a type of B vitamin, helps with cell production. While folate occurs naturally in some foods, folic acid is a synthetic form. Adequate folic acid decreases the risk of neural tube defects, which impacts the brain and spine development of baby. The following Health Canada link...

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Pregnancy and Parenting - NSHealth

Nova Scotia Health's pregnancy and parenting supports are tailored for the extraordinary journey of parenthood. Including prenatal care, birthing education and support during the early years of a child’s life...

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Clinical Nutrition, Infant Health and Care

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Parents and Caregivers

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Preconception Nutrition

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Your health impacts your fertility and also influences the well-being of your children, from pregnancy and birth to their lifelong health. Eating a balanced diet and staying active is important to help parent and baby be as healthy as possible. Here are some suggestions you can take to prepare for...

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Healthy eating during pregnancy

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Eating well is important for everyone, but especially during pregnancy. A nutritious diet can support baby's growth and development, reduce the risk of future health issues, and maintain mom/birthing parent's well-being. Diet should consist of a wide range of foods, aiming for lower fat, sugar, and salt, while focusing on...