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November 5, 2019
How doctors can convince vaccine hesitant parents
The National
Sometimes a little time, respect and conversation can help a doctor change the mind of a vaccinate hesitant parent.
October 31, 2019
Flu vaccine distribution in Nova Scotia needs rethink, shot providers say
The Chronicle Herald
The group that represents pharmacists in Nova Scotia says the flu shot distribution system needs a revamp.
“Are there particular challenges to ensure a particular drug store has enough vaccine on hand? Of course there is because we don’t control what public health distributes,” said Allison Bodnar, CEO of the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia.
October 28, 2019
Nova Scotia doctors reach tentative agreements with government
CBC News
After 11 months of negotiations, the group representing physicians in Nova Scotia has reached tentative contract agreements with the province's Department of Health and Wellness.
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