Mr. Speaker, will the Premier commit to tabling an updated action plan for meeting the needs of people with ASD across the lifespan?
Read MoreMr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize two pharmacies in Dartmouth: City of Lakes PharmaChoice on Portland Street, and Highfield Park PharmaChoice in north-end Dartmouth.
Read MoreMr. Speaker, while we know that investments are being made for orthopaedics and other things in the Dartmouth General Hospital, none of that is going to stem this problem. Can the minister tell the House what the NSHA is doing now to alleviate the pressure on the Dartmouth General Hospital?
Read MoreAs we know, Buchanan Memorial Community Health Centre serves the communities of Neils Harbour, Dingwall, Bay St. Lawrence, Meat Cove, Ingonish, and the surrounding areas. Anyone who's driven the beautiful Cabot Trail as we've talked about today, knows how…
Read MoreMr. Speaker, I rise today on International Women's Day to recognize an outstanding feminist organization, Women's Wellness Within. Run by the inimitable Martha Paynter and a fearless crew…
Read MoreMr. Speaker, I rise today to mark World Mental Health Awareness Day. I stand as someone whose life has been profoundly impacted by the mental health struggles and triumphs of some of those nearest and dearest to me. I've watched family, friends, colleagues, and so many others struggle…
Read MoreMS. CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : Mr. Speaker, I beg leave to present a petition, the operative clause being: "We, the undersigned, petition the Government of Nova Scotia to take immediate action to resolve the health care crisis . . . ." It is signed by a number of people from Dartmouth, and I have affixed my own name as per the Rules of the House.
Read MoreMr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the thousands of people from Dartmouth who are still without a family doctor. According to the Nova Scotia Health Authority's Need a Family Practice Registry report, released on September 1st of this year, 10,209 registrants are still waiting for…
Read MoreMy question is for the Minister of Health and Wellness. Autism is not a mental-health disorder or issue in and of itself. However, just like everyone else, people on the autism spectrum suffer from…
Read MoreMr. Speaker, today the NDP caucus introduced legislation to protect the rights of persons experiencing mental distress. For those who suffer but are not able to access mental health care, there are few alternative options available, so we are lucky…
Read MoreMr. Speaker, I rise to mourn the lives lost to suicide all over our province. Yesterday, September 10th, was World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide is a leading cause of death among Canadians and one of the top two causes of those under 35. Sadly, rates are still on the rise in Nova Scotia . . .
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