Members of the Friends of Halifax Common group are calling on the province and municipality to work together to reconsider hospital parking strategy.

The auditor comments in his report that COVID-19 "may further increase the financing cost for the private sector," and lead to higher bids.

Coronavirus infection control measures remain in place at the Halifax emergency department as non-virus-related visits increase.

The province did not purchase any Halifax Common land for the construction of the 500-space parkade on Summer St.

Launched on June 8, the EHS's new blood transfusion program allows patients to immediately recieve treatment.

A Nova Scotia nurse says her family is struggling to live without child care for their young daughter.

"We can't share details other than to say it is a measure to protect the safety of patients, visitors and staff," a Nova Scotia Health Authority spokesperson told Global News.

"This is to make sure everyone can get to closer to the hospital, especially for doctors and nurses in an emergency situation."

“Even though we’re a small province, it could spread through here.”

The province announced the decision on Tuesday, saying it meant the construction of a new outpatient centre was one step closer to reality.