People with existing heart and lung conditions, seniors, pregnant people, and children are all particularly vulnerable to health issues from smoke inhalation. Smoke inhalation can worsen underlying conditions such as asthma, impact lung function and cause respiratory problems.
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The province says it granted $2.3 million to HRM in 2020 to complete studies in four areas that are targeted for housing developments, including Sandy Lake.
Software that will provide Nova Scotia Health officials with better insight into cancer rates, prevalence and severity across the province is finally ready to be used. The COVID-19 pandemic delayed its rollout by about three years.
Nova Scotia Health hopes to have serious ventilation issues in Halifax's pathology laboratory fixed by spring, so staff will no longer have to wear safety suits to protect themselves from toxic fumes.