There are some exposure sites that Public Health deems high risk and requires 14-day isolation for anyone present. These apply to all Nova Scotians, irrespective of where they work. DHCP’s and office staff must take additional precautions in the exposure … Continue reading →
DHCP and office staff must immediately self-isolate, book a test at a Primary Assessment Center (PAC), isolate while awaiting results, and remain off work for 14 days post-exposure. You will find the list of potential exposure locations by reviewing the … Continue reading →
If a member of the office staff fails the daily screening, they must be instructed not to come to work or sent home. They must complete the on-line assessment and if unable to do so, contact 811 and arrange for … Continue reading →
Essential workers are workers, such as truck drivers, who have been exempted from self-isolation requirements when arriving in Nova Scotia. This exemption applies even if the essential worker has travelled outside of Canada. Rotational workers are residents of Nova Scotia … Continue reading →
If a dental office is identified by Public Health as a source of original exposure for a COVID-19 case, or a source of exposure of others by a COVID-19 case, the dental office will be contacted by Public Health. If … Continue reading →
If a dental office is identified by Public Health as a source of original exposure for a COVID-19 case, or a source of exposure of others by a COVID-19 case, the dental office will be contacted by Public Health. If … Continue reading →