Safer Needles in Healthcare Workplaces Act*
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Bill overview
Bill NS13, “Safer Needles in Healthcare Workplaces Act*”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-60-session-1.
Its latest recorded status is “Passed”.
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What you need to know
The Safer Needles in Healthcare Workplaces Act, a Nova Scotia bill, requires healthcare workplaces to use safer needle devices when performing certain procedures. This means that healthcare workers will be protected from needlestick injuries, which can cause infections and other health problems. The bill aims to reduce the risk of these injuries and promote a safer working environment for healthcare professionals.
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