In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Information on croup, including symptoms and what to do for treatments.
In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Treatment of children with fever; pediatric dosing information.
In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Treatment of vomiting and diarrhea in children.
In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Signs of bronchiolitis in children and youth and how to treat it.
In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Chickenpox- signs and symptoms, treatment of.
In Arabic. By SickKids staff. Symptoms and treatment.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 1724, "Scents in Blood Collection Clinics". Many people who work in blood collection clinics are sensitive to scents. The pamphlet explains what steps will be taken if staff members become aware of a scent in the clinic, examples of personal products that are scented and health concerns that may affect people who are sensitive to scents. Tips for removing scents are also included. The French version of this pamphlet 1737, "Le parfum dans le…
In Arabic. You have been given this pamphlet because you or your family member may need a blood transfusion. The health care team will describe the benefits and risks of a transfusion and what is involved.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0038. An ERCP is an examination of the common bile duct, gallbladder, and the duct of the pancreas. The doctor will do this test with an endoscope (a flexible tube with a light at the tip). We have described getting ready for the test, how it is done, care after the test, and possible complications. As you will be given sedation, you must not do certain activities for 24 hours after the test.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0188. A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test of part of the lower bowel (also known as the lower large intestine or the sigmoid). The doctor uses a special tube (endoscope) with a small light and camera on the end that bends to look at the inside of your lower bowel and rectum. This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is doen, and care after the test. Possible complications and symptoms requiring immediate medical attenti…
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0211. A colonoscopy is an exam of the large bowel (also known as the large intestine or colon). The doctor uses a special tube (endoscope) with a small light and camera on the end that bends to look for any changes on the inside of your large bowel. This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, what polyps are, care after the test, and possible complications. If you are given sedation, you must not do certain acti…
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0040. A gastroscopy is an exam of the esophagus (throat), stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small bowel). We have described getting ready for the test, how it is done, care after the test, and possible complications. If sedation is given, you must not do certain activities for 24 hours after the test.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 1845. This pamphlet describes what to expect when you visit one of Nova Scotia Health Authority's Emergency Departments. Information on how long you will wait, why other people might be seen ahead of you, triage levels, and options other than the Emergency Department is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1851, "Votre visite au service d'urgence", is also available.
This pamphlet is an Arabic translation of "Blood Transfusion" pamphlet 1200. You or your family member may need a blood transfusion. The health care team will describe the benefits and risks of a transfusion and what is involved. This pamphlet explains what a blood transfusion is, why you or your family member may need a transfusion, what blood components and products are, where the blood comes from, other options, and what will happen when the transfusion takes place. Symptoms needing immediat…
This pamphlet is an Arabic translation of "Outpatient Instructions After a Transfusion" pamphlet 1801. You or your family member had a blood transfusion. Although rare, it is possible you may have a reaction. Symptoms to watch for and tell your health care team about, as well as symptoms requiring immediate medical attention, are listed.
This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0603. This pamphlet was prepared to help patients and their families prepare for a stay at the QEII. A wide variety of useful information is provided including amenities and services for patients and families. The French version of this pamphlet 1126, "Bienvenue au QEII," is also available.
This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 1887. Healthy eating can help lower your risk of heart disease by improving your cholesterol levels, lowering your blood pressure, managing your body weight, and controlling your blood glucose (sugar). Suggestions for healthy eating are offered such as tips for lowering your salt intake, increasing fibre, tips to help you eat more vegetables and fruit, and how to eat less sugar and fat. Instructions for how to read a food label are also provided as well…
This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 1667. This guide includes some common questions about having surgery. Question topics include: understanding your surgery, getting ready for your surgery, understanding what to expect during and right after surgery, and what to expect from the recovery process. We hope these questions will help you think about your own questions about your surgery. Please use the spaces in this guide to make notes about your own questions. The French version of this pam…
In Arabic. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
[In Arabic] You (or your family member) had a blood transfusion. and, although rare, it is possible you may have a reaction. Reactions are rare and usually mild, but they can happen after any transfusion, even if you have never had a reaction before.