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IWK Health’s 41st Christmas Tree lit thanks to Christmas magic

December 9, 2020
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health launch swish and gargle video for kids who need COVID-19 testing

December 1, 2020
Changes to visitor restrictions at IWK Health

November 26, 2020
State-of-the-Art MRI Helping IWK Patients and Families

November 9, 2020
Handheld ultrasound leads to safer, more accurate diagnosis in IWK ED

November 6, 2020
Pediatric Chairs of Canada recognizes Dr. Jeannette Comeau with leadership award

October 28, 2020
IWK looks to genome sequencing to provide faster, more accurate results

October 27, 2020
IWK Health rolling out online booking service

October 6, 2020
September 20-26, 2020 is national Child Passenger Safety Week

September 22, 2020
Changes related to visitation restrictions

September 15, 2020
IWK research asks Maritime moms about effects of COVID restrictions on their postpartum experience

September 10, 2020
Road to Resilience: Skills and Strategies to Prepare for the Upcoming School Year

September 2, 2020
IWK Research Study recruiting first time moms to receive text messages after birth

August 6, 2020
Nova Scotia Health, IWK to require patients and visitors to wear masks in health care facilities

July 17, 2020
IWK eases additional restrictions on support persons

June 17, 2020
IWK/NSHA resumes normal parking operations and fees on Monday, June 1

May 27, 2020
IWK eases some restrictions on support persons

May 22, 2020
IWK urges Nova Scotians to continue to seek health care

May 4, 2020
New Nova Scotia COVID-19 Health Research Coalition responds to global pandemic with $1.5 million collective investment

April 17, 2020
IWK Health Centre to Issue a “No Visitors” Policy - effective March 18

March 18, 2020
IWK Health Centre to suspend all non-urgent services - effective March 18th

March 17, 2020
IWK to limit visitors

March 12, 2020
Innovative Work Leads to Better Mental Health and Addictions Care for Children, Youth and Families

February 13, 2020
Edible Cannabis– IWK experts share concerns

October 15, 2019
IWK partnering with emergency departments across the province to improve emergency care for children and youth

September 30, 2019
IWK program delivers confidence and community to parents

September 30, 2019
IWK achieves highest possible commendation for standards of excellence

September 18, 2019
September 15-21, 2019 is Child Passenger Safety Week in Atlantic Canada

September 16, 2019
IWK Research awards scholarships to budding health researchers

August 28, 2019
Notice to patients & families

April 12, 2019
Impacts to South Street Entrance

March 19, 2019
Edible Cannabis and liquid nicotine – change the way you think about poison

March 18, 2019
Notice to patients & families

February 26, 2019
IWK Health Centre Warns Parents of Knock-off Car Seats Available Online

February 19, 2019
Statement from the IWK Regarding the Office of the Auditor General’s Performance Audit (Chapter 2)

December 11, 2018
Breast Density

December 7, 2018
Canadians asked for help in directing future anesthesia research

October 17, 2018
IWK Health Centre welcomes new president & CEO

October 9, 2018
IWK first health centre in the Maritimes to receive Baby-Friendly Initiative designation

October 1, 2018
Understanding Trauma: Free 2018 Fall workshops for caregivers

September 14, 2018
IWK doctor first in North America to perform revolutionary surgery

July 25, 2018
Rebagliati’s cannabis claims unfounded, misleading and harmful say health experts at IWK

July 3, 2018
Working with patients and families, IWK proves we are Better Together

June 20, 2018
Newborn screening of Sickle Cell Disease ensures lifesaving treatments

June 19, 2018
Classified rallies Nova Scotian artists in support of The SeaStar Child and Youth Advocacy Centre

June 13, 2018
IWK doctors attract prestigious national recognition

June 1, 2018
Understanding Trauma: Free Summer 2018 workshops for caregivers

May 16, 2018
Call for Nominations - 2018 IWK Family Leadership Council Award for Excellence in Patient and Family Centred Care

May 15, 2018
Program that improves health care experience for children with ASD looking to expand

May 7, 2018
Postpartum depression most common medical complication of pregnancy

May 2, 2018
IWK neonatologist’s findings may prevent risky heart surgery for preemies

April 17, 2018
IWK Health Centre unveils first phase of new state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

April 10, 2018
National Poison Prevention Week March 18-24, 2018

March 19, 2018
Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist a first for Nova Scotia

February 7, 2018
Departure from traditional surgery preparation leads to faster recovery, better patient experience

January 30, 2018
IWK seeing increase in Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in Emergency Department

January 26, 2018
IWK recognized as one of Nova Scotia’s top employers.

January 25, 2018
Long awaited study answers questions surrounding cow’s milk and the development of type 1 diabetes

January 16, 2018
IWK recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s top employers

January 3, 2018
Newest IWK employee, first accredited facility dog in Atlantic Canada

December 12, 2017
Television content created by IWK patients tops 100,000 views on YouTube

December 12, 2017
IWK Health Centre Research Annual Report 2016/17

November 30, 2017
IWK doctors join national project to give young people across the country a fighting chance against high risk cancers

November 23, 2017
IWK recognizes World Prematurity Day on November 17th

November 15, 2017
November 13 to 19 is World Antibiotic Awareness Week – what you should know.

November 14, 2017
Sepsis PedsPacs introduced in the IWK Emergency Department

November 7, 2017
Carbon monoxide poisoning is entirely preventable

November 3, 2017
Insulin Pump Program

October 26, 2017
Dr. Noni MacDonald to receive National Child Day Award

October 18, 2017
IWK Health Centre permanently raises Mi’kmaq flag

October 3, 2017
Op-ed by Karen Hutt, Chair, IWK Board of Directors: We are overcome with concern over breach of trust

September 28, 2017
IWK Board of Directors Releases Independent Review of CEO Expenses

August 31, 2017
A Message from Karen Hutt, Chair, IWK Board of Directors

August 23, 2017
Understanding Trauma: Free Fall workshops for caregivers and professionals

August 21, 2017
Dal Grad student attracts prestigious national research award to support continued studies at IWK’s Centre for Pediatric Pain Research

August 8, 2017
IWK's Dr. Marsha Campbell-Yeo recognized as health innovation pioneer

July 21, 2017
IWK Celebrates the Transformation of Partnerships with Families Patients and families become partners in providing exceptional care

July 14, 2017
Maritimers pledge record-breaking $6.4 million during 33rd annual IWK Telethon for Children

June 6, 2017
Patient voices to be heard for first time at Canadian Pain Society meeting

May 23, 2017
IWK Researchers win Governor General’s Innovation Award

May 8, 2017
Dr. Richard Goldbloom inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

May 4, 2017
IWK attracts brain research grants

April 26, 2017
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in IWK Emergency Department first of its kind in province

March 22, 2017
National Poison Prevention Week March 19-25, 2017

March 20, 2017
Investments in Innovative Neonatal Care Help Families Bond

March 1, 2017
Weather Related Service Update

February 16, 2017
Public Health investigating confirmed cases of measles in Halifax area

February 15, 2017
3D printed heart model allows cardiac surgeons to rehearse complex procedures

February 8, 2017
NSHA & IWK Look Forward to Moving Ahead with the Bargaining Process

January 19, 2017
Cineplex Theatre to Open at the IWK Health Centre

January 18, 2017
Understanding and Healing from Trauma: New workshops for caregivers and professionals this Spring of 2017

January 10, 2017
Nova Scotia Breast Screening Program celebrates 25th anniversary

December 6, 2016
Online tool aims to improve surgical experience for children with ASD

November 29, 2016
Tracy Kitch, President & CEO of the IWK Health Centre named a WXN 2016 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner

November 23, 2016
IWK recognizes World Prematurity Day on November 17th

November 15, 2016
Study shows switch from mask to portable inhaler improves pediatric emergency department (PED) visits.

November 8, 2016
Need a Family Practice?

November 4, 2016
Online community connects youth at the IWK with others at health centres across Canada.

October 17, 2016
Dal Grad students attract prestigious national research awards to support their continued studies at IWK’s Centre for Pediatric Pain Research.

October 5, 2016
‘Sex after baby’ studies focus on the couple rather than individual parents.

October 3, 2016
September 18-24, 2016 is national Child Passenger Safety Week

September 19, 2016
Dr. Andrew Lynk appointed head/chief of the Department of Pediatrics

September 13, 2016
#ItDoesntHaveToHurt celebrates first anniversary with special event at Twitter Canada

September 12, 2016
Dr. Alexa Bagnell new Chief of Psychiatry at the IWK Health Centre

August 25, 2016
Telephone system downtime July 7, 2016

July 7, 2016
The Health of Maritime Women and Children is Everyone’s Business

June 21, 2016
The IWK’s Dr. Pat McGrath receives National Legacy of Leadership Award

June 10, 2016
Understanding and Healing from Trauma: New workshop series offered for caregivers

April 7, 2016
IWK’s BIOTIC imaging lab offers unique clinical mandate in Canada

April 6, 2016
IWK researchers members of three out of five networks in $62.5 million pool

April 1, 2016
Maritime Newborn Screening Program expands to include screening for SCID

March 22, 2016
Canadian Center for Vaccinology launches Maternal Immunization Study

March 8, 2016
Imaging Adventure Program at IWK Health Centre first of its kind in Canada

December 16, 2015
Dr. Leslie Anne Campbell appointed new Sobey Family Chair in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Outcomes

December 16, 2015
Juno award-winning artist JRDN Visits IWK

November 30, 2015
IWK Announces Wessex Scholarship

November 30, 2015
Halifax hospitals score high in open-visiting policy study

November 10, 2015
#ItDoesntHaveToHurt Launch Marries Science and Media to Benefit Parents

September 28, 2015
IWK Leaders Lend a Helping Hand in Habitat for Humanity Women Build

September 22, 2015
Back to School: Pedestrian Safety

September 8, 2015
Alex Tagliani brings Summer of TAG to the IWK

August 17, 2015
Dr. Bruce Crooks cycles 7,000 Kilometres for Kids Cancer Ride

August 10, 2015
Youth Advisory Council making changes at the IWK

August 10, 2015
IWK Researchers awarded coveted CIHR New Investigator Awards

July 6, 2015
MRI App developed at the IWK wins award at the Augmented World Expo in Santa Clara, California

July 6, 2015
IWK employee, Kristi Kempton honoured by the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia

May 11, 2015
Join the IWK Research Registry

May 11, 2015
Media Training for Researchers

January 29, 2015
IWK Children’s Building entrance to light up like never before!

December 2, 2014
IWK recognizes World Prematurity Day on November 17th

November 17, 2014
Canadian Centre for Vaccinology at IWK to conduct Phase I Ebola Vaccine Trials

November 14, 2014
It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Helping Children Prepare for Medical Procedures, Appointments, and Surgeries

October 24, 2014
IWK Ebola Virus Disease Response Planning Underway

October 16, 2014
Media Training for Researchers

October 6, 2014
Pain in Child Health Training Program announces the release of paper and video

October 6, 2014
Psychology For You - Anxiety in Young Children: How to Help

September 26, 2014
Prominent physician bringing “Three Big Ideas” about health care to new innovation speaker series

September 25, 2014
IWK’s smallest patients receive big donation from construction association

September 23, 2014
Come celebrate our 104th annual Kermesse Fun Fair for the IWK

September 4, 2014
Psychology for You - Bullying Prevention and Intervention

August 28, 2014
Dr. Marsha Campbell-Yeo named a Fellow of The Mayday Pain and Society Fellowship

August 20, 2014
IWK NICU implements new breast milk scanning, storing and tracking system

July 29, 2014
IWK Health Centre appoints new President and CEO

July 23, 2014
July 22 Labour and Delivery Class Cancelled

July 22, 2014
Women's and Newborn Health Program Planning

June 23, 2014
2nd annual art show showcases artwork by Dartmouth youth

June 10, 2014
Drowning rates decreasing in Atlantic Canada, though still second most common cause of injury death for children

June 9, 2014
Coping with major tragic events

June 5, 2014
Dr. Isabel Smith appointed Dalhousie’s Joan and Jack Craig Chair in Autism Research

June 4, 2014
Maritimers donate $6.1 million to the 30th IWK Telethon for Children on CTV

June 2, 2014
New Mental Health Unit Will Enhance Patient and Family Care at the IWK Health Centre

May 2, 2014
IWK Media Advisory: Grand Opening of The Garron Centre for Child & Adolescent Mental Health

April 30, 2014
Psychology For You - An Ounce of Prevention: Preparing Youth with Developmental Disabilities for Medical Appointments

April 25, 2014
Call for Art

April 14, 2014
Planting the Seeds of Partnership: Hope Blooms and IWK Recreation Therapy

April 7, 2014
Maritime Newborn Screening Program Expands on April 1, 2014

April 1, 2014
Clarifying impacts of possible job action by nurses at Capital Health

March 27, 2014
March 13 Pre-Natal Class Cancelled at the IWK

March 13, 2014
CIHR Foundation Scheme

March 5, 2014
Psychology For You - Food for Thought: Mealtime strategies for pre-schoolers

February 27, 2014
Innovative research grants poised to transform health care in Atlantic Canada

February 17, 2014
IWK Health Centre celebrates African Heritage Month with a special lecture

February 12, 2014
Patient and Family Centred Care Survey 2014

February 6, 2014
Psychology For You: Eating Disorders & Pathways to Recovery

January 30, 2014
Food After Baby Launches at the IWK Health Centre

January 28, 2014
January 29, 2014 Pre-Natal Class Cancelled at the IWK

January 22, 2014
Bust a Move 2014: a celebration and an announcement

January 15, 2014
Three IWK psychiatrists receive awards at 2013 CACAP conference

December 16, 2013
Six-year-old Samuel Khan named 2013 IWK Tree Lighter

December 3, 2013
All Welcome at IWK Tap the Tap Celebration

November 19, 2013
All Welcome at IWK Tap the Tap Celebration

November 18, 2013
IWK recognizes World Prematurity Day

November 15, 2013
Tightly Knit: IWK Health Centre hosts its 2013 AGM and releases latest report to the community

October 16, 2013
Parents and Families Support Pregnancy and Infant Loss through 5th Annual Halifax Walk to Remember

October 15, 2013
IWK Health Centre Celebrates its 2013 Annual General Meeting

October 11, 2013
5th Annual Halifax Walk to Remember at the IWK

October 10, 2013
IWK Quilt Fair and Sale - October 10th to Oct 12th

October 7, 2013
Celebrating the Mi’kmaw Language with Music and Song

October 7, 2013
Leading international pain experts to visit Nova Scotia for three-day conference

October 1, 2013
Families invited to Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge and Family Fair on October 5

September 30, 2013
IWK researchers awarded highest honour from the Ernest C. Manning Awards Foundation

September 30, 2013
Psychology For You: Promoting a Good Night's Sleep - Monday October 7, 2013

September 26, 2013
Midwifery at the IWK: IWK will offer home births starting Monday, September 23

September 20, 2013
September 15-21 is Child Passenger Safety Week

September 17, 2013
Save the date for the IWK Annual General Meeting – Wednesday, October 16, 2013

September 11, 2013
Translating Research into Care (TRIC) Healthcare Improvement Research Program

August 28, 2013
Psychology for You: Stand Up for Healthy Living - September 9, 2013

August 23, 2013
Nova Scotia improving Dental Care for Children

August 19, 2013
Well known philanthropist makes surprise $1 million donation at IWK 250

July 22, 2013
Capital Health and IWK Health Centre Celebrate Pride Week 2013

July 22, 2013
Awards of the Board of Directors

July 18, 2013
Public Service Announcement - Regular Power Restored at IWK

July 16, 2013
Pediatric Epilepsy Camp Comes to Atlantic Canada

July 8, 2013
Pediatric Emergency Care Conference October 4, 2013

July 2, 2013
Statement for the community regarding patient safety practices for all patients on the IWK’s acute mental health inpatient unit

June 12, 2013
Response to media regarding care of Rehtaeh Parsons at the IWK Health Centre

June 8, 2013
Precautionary “Boil Water Order” for the IWK Health Centre – Effective Friday, July 5, 2013

May 31, 2013
Coping with major tragic events

April 16, 2013
The Arthritis Society to Announce New Programs to Support Children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

April 2, 2013
Psychology for You - Bedwetting 101: Helping Your School-Aged Child or Adolescent Learn to Stay Dry through the Night

April 1, 2013
Cautions Regarding New Household Poisoning Risks to Children

March 18, 2013
Mass casualty exercise March 23 at QEII, IWK

March 18, 2013
Shambhala's royal family announces birth of second child

March 14, 2013
Patient and Family Centred Care Survey

March 6, 2013
The IWK Health Centre Foundation invites applications for the Robbie and Jean Shaw Scholarship

March 6, 2013
Looking for a fun and educational activity this March break? Participate in an IWK research study!

March 6, 2013

IWK Health’s 41st Christmas Tree lit thanks to Christmas magic

December 9, 2020

This year is different, that’s certainly true.
We’re staying apart, only seeing a few.

So then how will Santa light our big tree,
If we can’t be together for all to see?

Don’t fret, don’t worry, we know just the trick.
We called in some help from our good friend, Saint Nick.

Thanks to some Christmas magic, this year’s tree lighter, Samuel Gidge (age 11) from Greenwood, Nova Scotia, saw the lights glow bright on IWK Health’s 32 foot tall Christmas tree.

View the video here.

This year's tree came from Sanders Tree Farms and was sponsored by Black & McDonald with installation support from Nova Scotia Power.

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Media Contact:

Ben Maycock
IWK Communications & Public Affairs
902-223-7090
Ben.Maycock@iwk.nshealth.ca

About IWK Health: IWK Health is the Maritime region's leading health care and research centre dedicated to the well-being of women, children, youth and families. In addition to providing highly specialized and complex care, the IWK provides certain primary care services and is a strong advocate for the health of families. The IWK is a global leader in research and knowledge sharing, and a partner in educating the next generation of health professionals. Visit www.iwk.nshealth.ca for more information.

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IWK Health’s 41st Christmas Tree lit thanks to Christmas magic

December 9, 2020

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health launch swish and gargle video for kids who need COVID-19 testing

December 1, 2020

Changes to visitor restrictions at IWK Health

November 26, 2020

State-of-the-Art MRI Helping IWK Patients and Families

November 9, 2020

Handheld ultrasound leads to safer, more accurate diagnosis in IWK ED

November 6, 2020

Pediatric Chairs of Canada recognizes Dr. Jeannette Comeau with leadership award

October 28, 2020

IWK looks to genome sequencing to provide faster, more accurate results

October 27, 2020

IWK Health rolling out online booking service

October 6, 2020

September 20-26, 2020 is national Child Passenger Safety Week

September 22, 2020

Changes related to visitation restrictions

September 15, 2020

IWK research asks Maritime moms about effects of COVID restrictions on their postpartum experience

September 10, 2020

Road to Resilience: Skills and Strategies to Prepare for the Upcoming School Year

September 2, 2020

IWK Research Study recruiting first time moms to receive text messages after birth

August 6, 2020

Nova Scotia Health, IWK to require patients and visitors to wear masks in health care facilities﻿

July 17, 2020

IWK eases additional restrictions on support persons

June 17, 2020

IWK/NSHA resumes normal parking operations and fees on Monday, June 1

May 27, 2020

IWK eases some restrictions on support persons

May 22, 2020

IWK urges Nova Scotians to continue to seek health care

May 4, 2020

New Nova Scotia COVID-19 Health Research Coalition responds to global pandemic with $1.5 million collective investment

April 17, 2020

IWK Health Centre to Issue a “No Visitors” Policy - effective March 18

March 18, 2020

IWK Health Centre to suspend all non-urgent services - effective March 18th

March 17, 2020

IWK to limit visitors

March 12, 2020

Innovative Work Leads to Better Mental Health and Addictions Care for Children, Youth and Families

February 13, 2020

Edible Cannabis– IWK experts share concerns

October 15, 2019

IWK partnering with emergency departments across the province to improve emergency care for children and youth

September 30, 2019

IWK program delivers confidence and community to parents

September 30, 2019

IWK achieves highest possible commendation for standards of excellence

September 18, 2019

September 15-21, 2019 is Child Passenger Safety Week in Atlantic Canada

September 16, 2019

IWK Research awards scholarships to budding health researchers

August 28, 2019

Notice to patients & families

April 12, 2019

Impacts to South Street Entrance

March 19, 2019

Edible Cannabis and liquid nicotine – change the way you think about poison

March 18, 2019

Notice to patients & families

February 26, 2019

IWK Health Centre Warns Parents of Knock-off Car Seats Available Online

February 19, 2019

Statement from the IWK Regarding the Office of the Auditor General’s Performance Audit (Chapter 2)

December 11, 2018

Breast Density

December 7, 2018

Canadians asked for help in directing future anesthesia research

October 17, 2018

IWK Health Centre welcomes new president & CEO

October 9, 2018

IWK first health centre in the Maritimes to receive Baby-Friendly Initiative designation

October 1, 2018

Nova Scotia Health, IWK to require patients and visitors to wear masks in health care facilities