Blog — Dr. Steve Gallant MD, Inc.

Mixing and Matching is still A - OK. by Canadian Guidance

While the WHO cautioned against mixing and matching vaccines, Canadian guidance indicates this policy is still good practice

CTV NEWS HERE

Charlotte GallantJuly 12, 2021

Covid 19 Delta Varient

Its REALLY important to book your second “jab” as two doses are highly effective against the newest Covid 19 Delta Variant.

DELTA VARIENT LINK

Charlotte GallantJune 17, 2021

Mixing and Matching Booster Doses Approved By Health Canada

For Those Patients wondering about Covid Vaccine booster shots, Health Canada has approved mixing and matching CBC NEWS

Charlotte GallantJune 1, 2021

Covid Mental Health Day

“Queen Victoria” …………. We will be CLOSED on May 24th for Victoria Day Holiday

Charlotte GallantMay 17, 2021

Nova Scotia COVID WAVE THREE

WE ARE OPEN TO SERVE YOU DAILY FROM MONDAY TO FRIDAY. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT UNTIL THE THIRD WAVE OF COVID CASES COMES UNDER BETTER CONTROL IN NOVA SCOTIA, WE WILL BE OFFERING MORE TELEPHONE/VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR STAFF AND PATIENTS

Charlotte GallantMay 2, 2021

Office Email

Please note: We have an office email to assist us with TELEPHONE appointments. THIS IS SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF UPLOADING SUBMITTED PHOTOS FOR REVIEW AND UPLOADING.

PLEASE DO NOT SEND CORRESPONDENCE OR MEDICAL QUESTIONS AS THIS EMAIL ACCOUNT IS NOT CHECKED REGULARLY, NOR WILL WE RESPOND THROUGH THE HOTMAIL SERVER

ALL CONTENT IS DELETED ONCE PHOTOS ARE UPLOADED TO YOUR ELECTRONIC RECORD

Charlotte GallantMay 2, 2021

Sexually Transmitted Disease Screeing

It is recommended to screen sexually active adults even IF no symptoms are present. CMAJ ARTICLE HERE

Charlotte GallantApril 19, 2021

GREAT NEWS !!! VIRTUAL CARE EXTENDED

Please call to see if your needs are best met by virtual or face to face interface, Please note we will not be offering VIDEO or ZOOM appointments

See NEWS RELEASE HERE

Charlotte GallantMarch 30, 2021

Astra Zenica in the News Again

NATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON IMMUNIZATIONS CANADA IS RECOMMENDING A “PAUSE” ON AZ VACCINE USE IN AGE UNDER 55. THE BENEFITS OF THE VACCINE ARE FELT TO FAR OUT WEIGHT THE RISK. NO BLOOD CLOT RELATED SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED IN CANADA

SEE CBC LINK HERE

Charlotte GallantMarch 29, 2021

Astra Zenical Vaccine Recommendations

We are recommending accepting the Astra Zeneca Vaccine if offered to your age group.

Please see link for official statements from OCMOH

Charlotte GallantMarch 22, 2021

Which Covid Vaccine ??

HERE is an article from Todays NY Times outlining concerns of AZ Vaccine and Blood Clots.

Charlotte GallantMarch 16, 2021

What To Expect After Covid Vaccination ??

HERE is link from CDC. on What to expect on steps towards normal life post Covid Vaccination. Please remember in Nova Scotia we follow guidance from Dr Strang, Provincial and Federal Governments and Nova Scotia Health Authority !!!

Charlotte GallantMarch 9, 2021

Covid Vaccine Update

Drugs Store Roll Out begins Soon. We still are waiting guidance on vaccine delivery from our clinic. Be patient. Eligible patients will receive phone, mail or email invitations from NSHA or Drug Stores

Charlotte GallantMarch 2, 2021

Storm Day

Antigonish Market Square is Closed for the Storm. We are also CLOSED FOR THE DAY. Patients will be rescheduled tomorrow

Charlotte GallantFebruary 8, 2021

Night Clinic Cancelled

Lauri will be in touch to reschedule as necessary

Charlotte GallantFebruary 2, 2021

Virtual Care Extended Until at Least 31 March 2021

While Keeping in mind virtual appointments may meet your needs, we are open at least three days a week for face to face appointments, especially if examinations are required. Please call the office for your health care needs.

Charlotte GallantJanuary 24, 2021