YourHealthNS App Update Puts Ultrasound Results at Your Fingertips

Nova Scotians now have enhanced access to their healthcare information with the latest update to the YourHealthNS app. Starting today, August 19, ultrasound reports completed from August 5 onward will be available through the app, giving patients more detailed insights into their health.

These reports will include crucial information such as the body part examined, the reason for the ultrasound, findings, and comparisons with previous ultrasounds. This expansion means patients can access their reports 14 days after completion, further empowering them to take an active role in their healthcare.

“We’re continually enhancing the YourHealthNS app to give Nova Scotians more control over their healthcare,” said Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson. “Having easy access to such valuable information will enable patients to make more informed decisions about their health.”

This addition builds on the existing features of the YourHealthNS app, which already provides details like the date, time, and location of scans, as well as the healthcare provider who requested the ultrasound. Although ultrasound images won’t be available, the report offers comprehensive information to keep patients informed.

The Houston government’s commitment to digital health transformation is evident through initiatives like YourHealthNS, virtual care, e-referrals, and the One Person One Record clinical information system. These efforts aim to streamline healthcare management and improve patient outcomes across Nova Scotia.

With over 309,000 ultrasounds performed in the province in 2023, this update marks a significant step forward in making healthcare more accessible and transparent for all Nova Scotians.