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Internal and external condoms
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37442
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1039
- Available Online
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Condoms are birth control devices that prevent semen (the fluid that contains sperm) from entering a vagina or anus. When semen is released inside a vagina, it may reach an egg and fertilize it, causing pregnancy. Condoms also help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, if used properly. There are 2 types of condoms: internal (worn on the inside of the vagina or anus) and external (worn on the outside of an erect penis). This pamphlet explains what internal…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Contraception - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Contraception
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Condoms are birth control devices that prevent semen (the fluid that contains sperm) from entering a vagina or anus. When semen is released inside a vagina, it may reach an egg and fertilize it, causing pregnancy. Condoms also help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, if used properly. There are 2 types of condoms: internal (worn on the inside of the vagina or anus) and external (worn on the outside of an erect penis). This pamphlet explains what internal and external condoms are, how they work, how well they work to prevent pregnancy, what to do if a condom breaks during vaginal sex, and what to do if your partner does not want to use a condom. A link to the The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada website is provided for further information.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1039
Patient passport : gynecologic oncology surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37445
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4001
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information about your gynecologic oncology surgery. There is space for you to fill in information for you and your health care team. Please bring this passport with you to your pre-admission appointment and on the day of your surgery.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Genital Neoplasms, Female - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Generative organs, Female--Cancer--Surgery
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about your gynecologic oncology surgery. There is space for you to fill in information for you and your health care team. Please bring this passport with you to your pre-admission appointment and on the day of your surgery.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care ProgramProgram, modified from and with many thanks to the IWK patient passport, in conjunction with the RECOVER Study.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4001
Tubal ligation
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37475
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0699
- Available Online
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A tubal ligation is a permanent form of birth control. It is commonly called "having your tubes tied". Topics include how a tubal ligation is done, how well it works, and a list of pros and cons of the procedure.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sterilization, Tubal
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Tubal sterilization
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A tubal ligation is a permanent form of birth control. It is commonly called "having your tubes tied". Topics include how a tubal ligation is done, how well it works, and a list of pros and cons of the procedure.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 0699
Syndrome de sevrage néonatal
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37507
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Provincial Policy Working Group.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2203
- Available Online
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Le syndrome de sevrage néonatal (ou syndrome de sevrage du bébé) se produit lorsqu’un nouveau né est privé d’un médicament que sa mère prenait pendant sa grossesse. Ce dépliant explique les symptômes courants, ce que l’équipe de soins fera pour aider votre bébé, ce que vous pouvez faire pour aider votre bébé, ce qui se passera si votre bébé a besoin de médicaments pour traiter ses symptômes et quand votre bébé pourra rentrer à la maison. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pa…
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- Alternate Title
- Neonatal abstinence syndrome
- NAS
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Newborn infants--Effect of drugs on
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Le syndrome de sevrage néonatal (ou syndrome de sevrage du bébé) se produit lorsqu’un nouveau né est privé d’un médicament que sa mère prenait pendant sa grossesse. Ce dépliant explique les symptômes courants, ce que l’équipe de soins fera pour aider votre bébé, ce que vous pouvez faire pour aider votre bébé, ce qui se passera si votre bébé a besoin de médicaments pour traiter ses symptômes et quand votre bébé pourra rentrer à la maison.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2144, "Neonatal abstinence syndrome". Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) happens when a baby withdraws from medication that you have been taking during your pregnancy. This pamphlet explains the common symptoms of NAS, what your health care team will do to help your baby, what you can do to help your baby, what will happen if your baby needs medication, and when your baby can go home.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Provincial Policy Working Group
- Pamphlet Number
- 2203
Interaction des contraceptifs avec le sugammadex (Bridion™)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37519
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Anesthesia.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2202
- Available Online
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Pendant votre chirurgie, vous avez reçu un médicament qui diminue l’efficacité de certaines méthodes de contraception hormonale. Le sugammadex (Bridion) a été utilisé pour inverser les effets du relaxant musculaire qu’on vous a administré pendant votre chirurgie. Il peut réduire l’efficacité des contraceptifs hormonaux pendant 7 jours (une semaine). Vous devez donc utiliser une méthode de contraception additionnelle pendant 7 jours après votre chirurgie. ; This pamphlet is a French translation …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Anesthesia
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sugammadex - adverse effects
- Hormonal Contraception
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sugammadex
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Pendant votre chirurgie, vous avez reçu un médicament qui diminue l’efficacité de certaines méthodes de contraception hormonale. Le sugammadex (Bridion) a été utilisé pour inverser les effets du relaxant musculaire qu’on vous a administré pendant votre chirurgie. Il peut réduire l’efficacité des contraceptifs hormonaux pendant 7 jours (une semaine). Vous devez donc utiliser une méthode de contraception additionnelle pendant 7 jours après votre chirurgie.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Birth Control medication Interaction with Sugammadex (Bridion™)" pamphlet 2076. During your surgery, you received medication that affects how well birth control medications work. You need to be aware of this if you are on any type of hormonal contraceptive (birth control medication). Sugammadex (Bridion™) is a medication that helps to speed up recovery from the muscle relaxant used during your surgery. Sugammadex may lower how well your hormonal birth control works for up to 7 days (1 week). You must use a back-up birth control method for 7 days after your surgery.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Anesthesia
- Pamphlet Number
- 2202
High blood pressure in pregnancy - South Shore Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37588
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2285
- Available Online
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High blood pressure in pregnancy (also called gestational hypertension) is a blood pressure (BP) that stays higher than 140/90 (140 over 90). For most people, a normal blood pressure is 140/90 or less. After week 20 of your pregnancy, high blood pressure can be linked to pre-eclampsia. This is a more serious condition that includes high blood pressure and protein in the urine (pee). Because pre-eclampsia can be dangerous to you and your baby, we ask you to monitor your blood pressure and sympto…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hypertension
- Pregnancy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hypertension
- Pregnancy
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- High blood pressure in pregnancy (also called gestational hypertension) is a blood pressure (BP) that stays higher than 140/90 (140 over 90). For most people, a normal blood pressure is 140/90 or less. After week 20 of your pregnancy, high blood pressure can be linked to pre-eclampsia. This is a more serious condition that includes high blood pressure and protein in the urine (pee). Because pre-eclampsia can be dangerous to you and your baby, we ask you to monitor your blood pressure and symptoms. This pamphlet explains the symptoms to watch for if you have high blood pressure, how to check your blood pressure at home, and symptoms that require medical attention right away. Contact information for the OBS Clinic and OBS Unit, and sheets to keep track of your blood pressure are included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: South Shore Regional Hospital, Women and Children’s Health Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2285
Pregnancy testing before your surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37614
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Perioperative Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2305
- Available Online
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On the day of your surgery, you may be asked to give a urine (pee) sample for pregnancy testing. This pamphlet includes basic information about why you may need a pregnancy test, who is offered one, what will happen if you choose not have a test done, how to get ready for a pregnancy test, how a test is done, and what will happen after the test.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Perioperative Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Prenatal Care
- Maternal Health
- General Surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Prenatal care
- Maternal health services
- Surgery
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- On the day of your surgery, you may be asked to give a urine (pee) sample for pregnancy testing. This pamphlet includes basic information about why you may need a pregnancy test, who is offered one, what will happen if you choose not have a test done, how to get ready for a pregnancy test, how a test is done, and what will happen after the test.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Perioperative Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 2305
Getting enough iron during pregnancy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38168
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. OBS Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2330
- Available Online
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Iron helps your blood carry oxygen through your body. When your iron levels are too low, you can develop a condition called iron deficiency anemia. This can lead to serious health issues. A person who is pregnant needs more iron to support the growth of their baby. During pregnancy, you need about one third (1/3) more iron. This pamphlet explains how much iron you need each day, how you can make sure you get enough iron, and how you will know if you are getting enough iron. Space is included fo…
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Iron, Dietary
- Pregnancy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Iron in human nutrition
- Pregnancy
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Iron helps your blood carry oxygen through your body. When your iron levels are too low, you can develop a condition called iron deficiency anemia. This can lead to serious health issues. A person who is pregnant needs more iron to support the growth of their baby. During pregnancy, you need about one third (1/3) more iron. This pamphlet explains how much iron you need each day, how you can make sure you get enough iron, and how you will know if you are getting enough iron. Space is included for your health care team to record your hemoglobin and ferritin levels. Instructions on how to take elemental iron are given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: OBS Clinic, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2330
How anxiety and your mood may change in pregnancy and after birth
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38175
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Perinatal Mental Health Initiative, Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2336
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information on common issues, like sleep troubles and intrusive thoughts (strange thoughts or mental images that seem to pop into your head and cause stress), anxiety and mood disorders, and postpartum psychosis (rare). Topics include what to do if you had a mental disorder before you became pregnant, what Baby Blues are and how to get ready for them, and what to do if you still feel overwhelmed, irritable, stressed, or sad after 2 to 4 weeks. Information on how to get help …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Perinatal Mental Health Initiative
- Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (16 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Pregnant Women - psychology
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders - diagnosis
- Postnatal Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnancy--Psychological aspects
- Anxiety
- Mental health
- Postnatal care
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information on common issues, like sleep troubles and intrusive thoughts (strange thoughts or mental images that seem to pop into your head and cause stress), anxiety and mood disorders, and postpartum psychosis (rare). Topics include what to do if you had a mental disorder before you became pregnant, what Baby Blues are and how to get ready for them, and what to do if you still feel overwhelmed, irritable, stressed, or sad after 2 to 4 weeks. Information on how to get help with your mood or anxiety, and what to do if you have thoughts of self-harm or suicide is given. A list of resources is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Perinatal Mental Health Initiative, Western Zone, in collaboration with Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates; Adapted from: Bussey, L., & Williams, A. (2022). Primary care perinatal mental health toolkit. Dalhousie Departments of Psychiatry & Family Medicine. http://rcp.nshealth.ca/sites/default/files/Primary%20Care%20Perinatal%20Mental%20Health%20Toolkit_2022.pdf and Perinatal Services BC. (2014). Best practices guidelines for mental health disorders in the perinatal period http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Guidelines-Standards/Maternal/MentalHealthDisordersGuideline.pdf
- Pamphlet Number
- 2336
Birth Control Implant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38211
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. ROSE Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2361
- Available Online
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A birth control implant is a plastic rod. It is 4 cm long and 2 mm wide. The implant goes under your skin on the inside of your upper arm between your armpit and your elbow. This pamphlet explains how the implant is put in, how the implant works and how well it works, when the implant will start working, and what will happen when the implant is removed. Benefits and side effects of the implant, things that can change how well the implant works, and if the implant will protect you from sexually …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. ROSE Clinic
- Alternate Title
- BCI
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Contraception - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Contraception
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A birth control implant is a plastic rod. It is 4 cm long and 2 mm wide. The implant goes under your skin on the inside of your upper arm between your armpit and your elbow. This pamphlet explains how the implant is put in, how the implant works and how well it works, when the implant will start working, and what will happen when the implant is removed. Benefits and side effects of the implant, things that can change how well the implant works, and if the implant will protect you from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is explained. A list of situations in which you should not get the implant is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: ROSE Clinic, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 2361
About the Baby-Friendly Initiative and Infant Feeding Policy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38215
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Women and Children Health Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2365
- Available Online
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The Baby-Friendly Initiative (BFI) is an international program created to support parents, babies, and families by supporting families to make an informed decision about how they feed their baby, promoting practices that give parents and babies a healthy start, and protecting families from marketing pressures. All hospitals and public health units in Nova Scotia Health are working towards becoming designated as Baby-Friendly. The IWK became designated in 2019. This pamphlet explains what staff …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Women and Children Health Services
- Alternate Title
- About the BFI and IFP
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Infant
- Nutrition
- Breast Feeding
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Infants--Nutrition
- Breastfeeding
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- The Baby-Friendly Initiative (BFI) is an international program created to support parents, babies, and families by supporting families to make an informed decision about how they feed their baby, promoting practices that give parents and babies a healthy start, and protecting families from marketing pressures. All hospitals and public health units in Nova Scotia Health are working towards becoming designated as Baby-Friendly. The IWK became designated in 2019. This pamphlet explains what staff at a Baby-Friendly facility will help you to do. It also gives information about Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health's Infant Feeding Policy. A link for more information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children Health Services, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2365
Pre-Eclampsia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38272
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. Women and Children's Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2404
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains what pre-eclampsia is, risks, how it will affect your baby, and treatment.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. Women and Children's Unit
- Alternate Title
- Pregnancy-induced hypertension
- Toxemia
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Pre-Eclampsia
- Pregnancy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Preeclampsia
- Pregnancy
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what pre-eclampsia is, risks, how it will affect your baby, and treatment.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children’s Unit, Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2404
