Nova Scotia’s primary care waitlist down slightly
The Nova Scotia Health Authority has reported a slight decrease in the number of Nova Scotians on the Need a Family Practice Registry, but the figure still remains high at over 91,000 individuals.
As of June 1, the registry shows a total of 91,423 people, which is a decrease of 51 from the previous month’s report. This update was released by the health authority on Friday. In the period from April 1 to May 1, 2,208 individuals were removed from the list as they either found a provider or were confirmed by the health authority to have one.
It is worth noting that the need for a family doctor in Nova Scotia peaked at nearly 160,000 individuals last June. The current percentage of the population on the registry stands at 8.6%.
Despite the slight drop in numbers, the demand for family physicians in the province remains significant. Efforts are ongoing to connect more Nova Scotians with primary care providers to ensure they receive the necessary medical attention and support.
The Nova Scotia Health Authority continues to work towards reducing the number of individuals on the registry and providing timely access to healthcare services for all residents. The latest data serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing the healthcare needs of the community and ensuring that everyone has access to a family doctor when needed.
