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The 3 Wishes Project : helping to make meaningful memories at the end of life

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. The 3 Wishes Project Staff. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 1905

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The goal of the 3 Wishes Project is to improve the end-of-life experience for patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and their loved ones. This pamphlet lists what the team helps with and provides examples of some of the wishes made by patients and their loved ones. It also describes where the program started and which organizations support the program. Contact information is provided.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. The 3 Wishes Project Staff

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2022

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Hospice Care - psychology; Critical Care - psychology

Subjects (LCSH): Hospice care; Intensive care units

Specialty: Palliative Care

Abstract: The goal of the 3 Wishes Project is to improve the end-of-life experience for patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and their loved ones. This pamphlet lists what the team helps with and provides examples of some of the wishes made by patients and their loved ones. It also describes where the program started and which organizations support the program. Contact information is provided.

Responsibility: Prepared by: The 3 Wishes Project staff, QEII

Pamphlet Number: 1905

8.3 Orthopedics : going home

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Orthopedic Short Stay Unit. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2019.

Pamphlet Number: 2025

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This guide explains the info that you were given during your hospital stay. It will help to answer any questions you may have after discharge. Topics include anticoagulation (blood thinners), pain control, dressings and wound care, possible complications, followup, and activity.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Orthopedic Short Stay Unit

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2019

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Orthopedic Procedures; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Orthopedic surgery; Postoperative care

Specialty: Surgery

Abstract: This guide explains the info that you were given during your hospital stay. It will help to answer any questions you may have after discharge. Topics include anticoagulation (blood thinners), pain control, dressings and wound care, possible complications, followup, and activity.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Orthopedic Short Stay Unit

Pamphlet Number: 2025

24-hour Cardiology Transfer Service

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. 24-hour Cardiology Transfer Service. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 2315

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Your doctor or nurse practitioner has decided that you need the care of a cardiologist (heart doctor). You need a test called a cardiac catheterization (dye test). This pamphlet explains what to expect when you are taken to the Halifax Infirmary (HI) to have this test done. It explains what to expect while you are waiting to be transferred, before your transfer, and when you arrive at the HI. What to expect after you are discharged is also reviewed.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. 24-hour Cardiology Transfer Service

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): Cardiovascular Diseases - diagnosis

Subjects (LCSH): Cardiovascular system--Diseases--Diagnosis

Specialty: Cardiovascular System

Abstract: Your doctor or nurse practitioner has decided that you need the care of a cardiologist (heart doctor). You need a test called a cardiac catheterization (dye test). This pamphlet explains what to expect when you are taken to the Halifax Infirmary (HI) to have this test done. It explains what to expect while you are waiting to be transferred, before your transfer, and when you arrive at the HI. What to expect after you are discharged is also reviewed.

Responsibility: Prepared by: 24-hour Cardiology Transfer Service

Pamphlet Number: 2315

72-hour stool collection for fecal fat: eating plan : South Shore Regional Hospital

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2023.

Pamphlet Number: 1981

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Your primary health care provider (family doctor or nurse practitioner) has ordered a test to check your stool (poop) for fat. You should eat 100 to 150 grams of fat each day for this test. Follow this plan for 6 days: 3 days before you collect your stool and 3 days during collection. Choose foods listed in this pamphlet. The pamphlet lists the number of grams of fat in a variety of foods and includes a sample menu. Drop-off site locations for samples are included.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2023

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Diet - Guideline; Dietary Fats - metabolism; Feces; Specimen Handling

Subjects (LCSH): Fat; Feces--Collection and preservation; Diet; Diagnostic specimens

Abstract: Your primary health care provider (family doctor or nurse practitioner) has ordered a test to check your stool (poop) for fat. You should eat 100 to 150 grams of fat each day for this test. Follow this plan for 6 days: 3 days before you collect your stool and 3 days during collection. Choose foods listed in this pamphlet. The pamphlet lists the number of grams of fat in a variety of foods and includes a sample menu. Drop-off site locations for samples are included.

Notes: Previous title: Stool 72-hour fecal fat collection : diet instructions : South Shore Regional Hospital

Responsibility: Prepared by: Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, South Shore Regional Hospital

Pamphlet Number: 1981

Ablation de l’oeil

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Eye Care Centre. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2021.

Pamphlet Number: 1897

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Vous et votre médecin avez parlé des raisons pour lesquelles il est nécessaire d’enlever votre œil ou le contenu du globe oculaire. Ce dépliant explique comment prendre soin de vous en toute sécurité. L’énucléation est le terme médical qui désigne le retrait ou l’ablation de l’œil. Le terme médical utilisé pour parler du retrait du contenu du globe oculaire en conservant la couche externe (coque sclérale ou sclère) est éviscération. Les deux interventions entraînent la perte permanente de l’œil…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Eye Care Centre

Alternate Title: Eye removal

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2021

Format: Pamphlet

Language: French

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Eye Enucleation; Eye Evisceration

Subjects (LCSH): Eye--Enucleation

Specialty: Ophthalmology

Abstract: Vous et votre médecin avez parlé des raisons pour lesquelles il est nécessaire d’enlever votre œil ou le contenu du globe oculaire. Ce dépliant explique comment prendre soin de vous en toute sécurité. L’énucléation est le terme médical qui désigne le retrait ou l’ablation de l’œil. Le terme médical utilisé pour parler du retrait du contenu du globe oculaire en conservant la couche externe (coque sclérale ou sclère) est éviscération. Les deux interventions entraînent la perte permanente de l’œil. Ce dépliant explique ce qui se passe avant et après la chirurgie, le port d’une chemise d’hôpital, les médicaments, les soins à la maison ainsi que vos émotions. Vous y trouverez de plus des informations sur les prothèses oculaires (œil artificiel) ainsi qu’une liste des symptômes nécessitant une consultation médicale immédiate.; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Eye Removal" pamphlet 0582. Your health care provider has talked with you about why your eye or the contents of your eye must be removed. This pamphlet will help you learn how to safely care for yourself after your procedure. The medical term for eye removal is enucleation. The medical term for removing the contents of the eye and leaving the outer coat (sclera) behind is evisceration. Both procedures mean permanent loss of the eye. This pamphlet explains what will happen before and after your surgery, including wearing a dressing, medication, care at home, and emotions you may have. Information about having a prosthesis (artificial eye) is given. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Eye Care Centre

Pamphlet Number: 1897

Accommodations near QEII and Cape Breton Cancer Centres

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Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 4017

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If you are a resident of Nova Scotia, are receiving outpatient treatment at the QEII Cancer Care Program and live more than 50 kms one way from the hospital, accommodations will be provided for you and a support person. This pamphlet lists locations that are part of the Accommodations Program. Due to the temporary closure of Holy Redeemer Centre, the Cape Breton Cancer Centre has made arrangements with the Holiday Inn to provide accommodations for patients travelling significant distances to re…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program

Alternate Title: Accommodations near Queen Elizabeth Health Sciences II and Cape Breton Cancer Centres

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program

Date of Publication: 2022

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Cancer Care Facilities; Community Health Services

Subjects (LCSH): Cancer--Patients--Care; Health facilities--Halifax (N.S.); Housing--Halifax (N.S.)

Specialty: Cancer Care

Abstract: If you are a resident of Nova Scotia, are receiving outpatient treatment at the QEII Cancer Care Program and live more than 50 kms one way from the hospital, accommodations will be provided for you and a support person. This pamphlet lists locations that are part of the Accommodations Program. Due to the temporary closure of Holy Redeemer Centre, the Cape Breton Cancer Centre has made arrangements with the Holiday Inn to provide accommodations for patients travelling significant distances to receive treatment. Contact information for the Cape Breton Cancer Centre’s radiation booking clerk is included for reservations or further information.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program

Pamphlet Number: 4017

Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Treatment Program

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Acquired Brain Injury Ambulatory Care Teams. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 2012

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The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Treatment Program is a supportive group where you can: learn about ABI, learn ways to manage ongoing challenges related to your ABI, meet people with similar experiences, and explore your strengths. This pamphlet explains who the program is for, who is eligible, and the two parts of the program. Contact information is provided.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Acquired Brain Injury Ambulatory Care Teams

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): Brain Injuries - rehabilitation; Brain Injuries - psychology

Subjects (LCSH): Brain--Wounds and injuries--Complications; Brain--Wounds and injuries--Patients--Rehabilitation

Abstract: The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Day Treatment Program is a supportive group where you can: learn about ABI, learn ways to manage ongoing challenges related to your ABI, meet people with similar experiences, and explore your strengths. This pamphlet explains who the program is for, who is eligible, and the two parts of the program. Contact information is provided.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Ambulatory Care Teams

Pamphlet Number: 2012

Adalimumab therapy for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Collaborative IBD Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 1207

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Your health care provider feels that treatment with adalimumab may help you manage your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet describes what adalimumab is and some important aspects of therapy with this medication. Precautions and possible side effects are listed.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Collaborative IBD Program

Alternate Title: Adalimumab therapy for IBD

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2022

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (11 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Adalimumab; Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - drug therapy

Subjects (LCSH): Inflammatory bowel diseases

Specialty: Medications

Abstract: Your health care provider feels that treatment with adalimumab may help you manage your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet describes what adalimumab is and some important aspects of therapy with this medication. Precautions and possible side effects are listed.

Notes: Previous title: Adalimumab (Humira) therapy

Responsibility: Prepared by: Nova Scotia Collaborative IBD Program

Pamphlet Number: 1207

Adenoidectomy : Valley Regional Hospital

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Otolaryngology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2020.

Pamphlet Number: 2070

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This guide will help you learn how to care for yourself safely before and after day surgery for an adenoidectomy. Topics include getting ready for surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, what will happen right after surgery, and care at home. Things to avoid for 2 weeks after your surgery, activity, and bleeding are also covered. The French version of this pamphlet 2176, "Adénoïdectomie - Hôpital régional Valley," is also available.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Otolaryngology

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2020

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (14 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Adenoids - surgery; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Adenoids--Surgery; Postoperative care

Specialty: Otorhinolaryngology; Surgery

Abstract: This guide will help you learn how to care for yourself safely before and after day surgery for an adenoidectomy. Topics include getting ready for surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, what will happen right after surgery, and care at home. Things to avoid for 2 weeks after your surgery, activity, and bleeding are also covered. The French version of this pamphlet 2176, "Adénoïdectomie - Hôpital régional Valley," is also available.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Otolaryngology, VRH

Pamphlet Number: 2070

Adénoïdectomie : Hôpital régional Valley

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Otolaryngology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2020.

Pamphlet Number: 2176

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Ce guide vous apprendra comment prendre soin de vous en toute sécurité avant et après une adénoïdectomie, qui est une chirurgie d’un jour. Il parle de la préparation à l’opération, du déroulement de la journée, de ce qui se passe tout de suite après l’opération et des soins nécessaires à la maison. Il renseigne aussi sur les choses à éviter au cours des 2 premières semaines, sur la reprise des activités et sur les saignements. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2070…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Otolaryngology

Alternate Title: Adenoidectomy : Valley Regional Hospital

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2020

Format: Pamphlet

Language: French

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (14 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Adenoids - surgery; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Adenoids--Surgery; Postoperative care

Specialty: Otorhinolaryngology; Surgery

Abstract: Ce guide vous apprendra comment prendre soin de vous en toute sécurité avant et après une adénoïdectomie, qui est une chirurgie d’un jour. Il parle de la préparation à l’opération, du déroulement de la journée, de ce qui se passe tout de suite après l’opération et des soins nécessaires à la maison. Il renseigne aussi sur les choses à éviter au cours des 2 premières semaines, sur la reprise des activités et sur les saignements.; This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2070, "Adenoidectomy - Valley Regional Hospital". This guide will help you learn how to care for yourself safely before and after day surgery for an adenoidectomy. Topics include getting ready for surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, what will happen right after surgery, and care at home. Things to avoid for 2 weeks after your surgery, activity, and bleeding are also covered.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Otolaryngology, VRH

Pamphlet Number: 2176

Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU): Dual Diagnosis Program

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Hospital. Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU). Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 2313

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The Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU) is a specialized acute inpatient unit, under the former name, Emerald Hall. ANSU serves people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others). This pamphlet explains who is on the ANSU team, what the ANSU team does, and what will happen before you are admitted. Contact information is included.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Hospital. Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU)

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): Hospital Units; Mental illness; Learning Disabilities

Subjects (LCSH): Hospital units; Mental illness--Treatment; Learning disabilities

Abstract: The Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit (ANSU) is a specialized acute inpatient unit, under the former name, Emerald Hall. ANSU serves people who are 19 years of age or older, have a learning disability that needs some or a lot of care, and have an active mental illness (like anxiety, a mood disorder, psychosis, and others). This pamphlet explains who is on the ANSU team, what the ANSU team does, and what will happen before you are admitted. Contact information is included.

Responsibility: Prepared by: ANSU Team

Pamphlet Number: 2313

Advance care planning : making your personal and medical wishes known

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legal Services. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 1942

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Advance care planning, or personal care planning, is the process of reflecting on what is important to you, to help you plan for your future medical and personal care. This pamphlet gives information about advance care planning, personal directives (PDs), delegates, what will happen if you do not have a PD, where to keep your completed PD and who should have a copy of it, when you should update your PD, and some treatments you should consider when making a PD. Information about Medical Assistan…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™; Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legal Services

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2022

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (19 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive; Advance Care Planning

Subjects (LCSH): Lungs--Diseases, Obstructive; Advance directives (Medical care)

Specialty: Respiratory System

Abstract: Advance care planning, or personal care planning, is the process of reflecting on what is important to you, to help you plan for your future medical and personal care. This pamphlet gives information about advance care planning, personal directives (PDs), delegates, what will happen if you do not have a PD, where to keep your completed PD and who should have a copy of it, when you should update your PD, and some treatments you should consider when making a PD. Information about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) is included. A list of resources, as well as information and tools available to help you, are provided. A blank Nova Scotia Health Authority Personal Directive form is included.; The French version of this pamphlet 2180, "Planification préalable des soins - Faire connaître vos souhaits personnels et médicaux," is also available.

Responsibility: Prepared by: The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™; Reviewed by: Legal Services, Nova Scotia Health

Pamphlet Number: 1942

After a Cancer Diagnosis : Engaging in Physical Activity is Important!

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Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program. [Halifax, NS]: Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program , 2019.

Pamphlet Number: 0074

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For those living outside the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program

Place of Publication: [Halifax, NS]

Publisher: Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program

Date of Publication: 2019

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Exercise; Neoplasms - prevention & control; Self Care

Subjects (LCSH): Cancer--Patients; Exercise; Self-care, Health

Specialty: Physical Fitness; Self Care

Abstract: For those living outside the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely.

Pamphlet Number: 0074

After a Cancer Diagnosis : Engaging in Physical Activity is Important! (HRM)

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Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program. [Halifax, NS]: Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program , 2019.

Pamphlet Number: 0075

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For those living in the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program

Place of Publication: [Halifax, NS]

Publisher: Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program

Date of Publication: 2019

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Exercise; Neoplasms - prevention & control; Self Care

Subjects (LCSH): Cancer--Patients; Exercise; Self-care, Health

Specialty: Physical Fitness; Self Care

Abstract: For those living in the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely

Pamphlet Number: 0075

After a Cancer Diagnosis : The 5 Ws for Physical Activity After a Cancer Diagnosis

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Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program. [Halifax, NS]: Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program , 2022.

Pamphlet Number: 0072

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This visual guide goes through who physical activity is beneficial for, why it is, when in your treatment to start or incorporate physical activity, what type of physical activity you can do, and where. It includes suggestions at different levels of exercise, different tools that can be used including household ones, and programs provided by the hospital.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program

Place of Publication: [Halifax, NS]

Publisher: Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program

Date of Publication: 2022

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Exercise; Neoplasms - prevention & control; Self Care

Subjects (LCSH): Cancer--Patients; Exercise; Self-care, Health

Specialty: Cancer Care

Abstract: This visual guide goes through who physical activity is beneficial for, why it is, when in your treatment to start or incorporate physical activity, what type of physical activity you can do, and where. It includes suggestions at different levels of exercise, different tools that can be used including household ones, and programs provided by the hospital.

Notes: Adapted with permission from Cancer Care Ontario.

Pamphlet Number: 0072

After dental extractions or wisdom teeth removal

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2023.

Pamphlet Number: 0646

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This pamphlet provides information about what to expect after having surgery to remove teeth. Pain and discomfort, controlling bleeding and swelling, what to expect with swallowing and opening your mouth wide, bruising, having a fever and feeling sick, hygiene, eating and drinking guidelines, signs of infection, stitches, sedation and anesthesia, activity, smoking, and what to do if you have a dry socket are discussed. Contact numbers for both urgent and non-urgent questions are also provided. …

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2023

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Molar, Third; Tooth - surgery; Surgery, Oral; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Third molars; Teeth--Extraction; Mouth--Surgery; Postoperative care

Specialty: Oral Surgery

Abstract: This pamphlet provides information about what to expect after having surgery to remove teeth. Pain and discomfort, controlling bleeding and swelling, what to expect with swallowing and opening your mouth wide, bruising, having a fever and feeling sick, hygiene, eating and drinking guidelines, signs of infection, stitches, sedation and anesthesia, activity, smoking, and what to do if you have a dry socket are discussed. Contact numbers for both urgent and non-urgent questions are also provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1786, "Après l’extraction des dents ou l’extraction des dents de sagesse", is also available.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, QEII

Pamphlet Number: 0646

After ear surgery : QEII

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Otolaryngology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2019.

Pamphlet Number: 0148

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What to expect after ear surgery, how to care for yourself at home, and an explanation of the different types of ear surgery are given. This pamphlet also shows a detailed image of the ear and middle ear. A list of symptoms that need Emergency Department attention are noted.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Otolaryngology

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2019

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Ear - surgery

Subjects (LCSH): Ear--Surgery

Specialty: Otorhinolaryngology

Abstract: What to expect after ear surgery, how to care for yourself at home, and an explanation of the different types of ear surgery are given. This pamphlet also shows a detailed image of the ear and middle ear. A list of symptoms that need Emergency Department attention are noted.

Notes: Previous title: Ear Surgery

Responsibility: Prepared by: Otolaryngology nursing staff, QEII

Pamphlet Number: 0148

After ear surgery : Valley Regional Hospital

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Otolaryngology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2023.

Pamphlet Number: 2018

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This pamphlet explains what to expect after ear surgery and how to care for yourself at home. A list of symptoms that require you to call your doctor or visit the nearest Emergency Department are given.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Otolaryngology

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): Ear - surgery

Subjects (LCSH): Ear--Surgery

Abstract: This pamphlet explains what to expect after ear surgery and how to care for yourself at home. A list of symptoms that require you to call your doctor or visit the nearest Emergency Department are given.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Otolaryngology, Valley Regional Hospital

Pamphlet Number: 2018

After glaucoma surgery

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