A clinical biochemist in Halifax concerned about a global shortage of blood collection tubes is urging health-care providers and patients to be careful about how they use limited lab supplies. 

Opposition politicians said the Progressive Conservatives’ health budget released Tuesday fell short while organizations that represent care providers gave their plans a warmer welcome. The $5.7 billion in health-care spending represented an increase of about $413 million compared to last year.

University's academic director of Indigenous health says the application process is being adjusted.  Dalhousie University is taking steps to double the number of Indigenous students admitted to its medical school.

By JANICE HUDSON: CONTRIBUTED This story was contributed to Saltwire Network by Doctors Nova Scotia as part of profile pieces the organization has prepared on the subject of ‘Guiding the Next Generation’ and the role that doctors can play to help address physician shortages in rural communities.