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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.

Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Deputy Fire Chief Dave Meldrum said extra crews and all off-duty personnel have been called in to help

Health officials in the Maritimes are warning people about the dangers of the thick acidic smoke from the wildfires.

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said he's expecting support internationally from both the United States and Costa Rica to combat ongoing wildfires in the province.

The province becomes the second to fund the vaccine after meningococcal B killed three students in less than two years

News releases from the Government of Nova Scotia

Meningitis B vaccines will soon be available for young people in the province. The high-risk vaccine policy no...

Appointment bookings for the vaccine will open on Monday, with the first appointments available on June 5 at select pharmacies.

Nova Scotia is making the meningococcal B vaccine free for people under 25 who are living in a group setting like college or university residences for the first time.

The province has announced it will cover the $300 cost for those deemed at high risk of contracting the potentially fatal disease.