Autologous stem cell transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37470
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. BMT Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0260
- Available Online
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This pamphlet provides information about the process of a stem cell transplant using your own stem cells. Informaton about stem cell transplants and stem cell collection is provided. Also included is information about before your stem cell collection, phases of the process, side effects of high dose chemotherapy, admission, moving to the Medical Day Unit (MDU), the importance of MedicAlert® identification, outpatient care, and what to expect after your transplant. Information on lodging, parki…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. BMT Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (63 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Stem Cell Transplantation
- Transplantation, Autologous
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc.
- Stem cells--Transplantation
- Autotransplantation
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides information about the process of a stem cell transplant using your own stem cells. Informaton about stem cell transplants and stem cell collection is provided. Also included is information about before your stem cell collection, phases of the process, side effects of high dose chemotherapy, admission, moving to the Medical Day Unit (MDU), the importance of MedicAlert® identification, outpatient care, and what to expect after your transplant. Information on lodging, parking, program policies, shingles, vaccinations, emotional health, healthy eating, and physical activity is also given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: QEII BMT Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0260
Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT) : Inherited Heart Disease Clinic
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36689
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Inherited Heart Disease Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2083
- Available Online
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CPVT affects the way heart cell channels respond to adrenaline. It causes extra heartbeats to start in the bottom chambers of your heart. This can make the heart beat too fast. Your heart might beat so fast that it cannot pump blood out to your body. These abnormal heart rhythms can make you collapse (faint). If the rhythm does not stop, it can cause sudden death. The pamphlet provides the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and activity guidelines. Further resources are also given.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Inherited Heart Disease Clinic
- 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)
- Heart Defects, Congenital
- Tachycardia, Ventricular
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Ventricular tachycardia
- Congenital heart disease
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular System
- Abstract
- CPVT affects the way heart cell channels respond to adrenaline. It causes extra heartbeats to start in the bottom chambers of your heart. This can make the heart beat too fast. Your heart might beat so fast that it cannot pump blood out to your body. These abnormal heart rhythms can make you collapse (faint). If the rhythm does not stop, it can cause sudden death. The pamphlet provides the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and activity guidelines. Further resources are also given.
- Notes
- Previous title: Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT) : Inherited Heart Disease (IHD) Clinic
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Inherited Heart Disease Clinic, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 2083
Cervical Cancer Screening : A Guide to Your Pap Test Results
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37424
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1680
- Available Online
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A Pap test checks for cell changes on the cervix and is an important screening test for cervical cancer. This pamphlet explains the different results and next steps.
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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 (2 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Papanicolaou Test
- Uterine Cervical Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cervix uteri--Cancer--Diagnosis
- Pap test
- Specialty
- Diagnosis
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A Pap test checks for cell changes on the cervix and is an important screening test for cervical cancer. This pamphlet explains the different results and next steps.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Health Authority Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1680
Chimeric antigen receptor t-cell therapy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37609
Nova Scotia Cell Therapy and Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4035
- Available Online
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This booklet is a guide to help you better understand chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy (CAR T-cell therapy). Topics include what CAR T-cell therapy is, enrollment in the program, T-cell collection, monitoring/bridging therapy, chemotherapy (lymphodepletion), CAR T-cell infusion, monitoring post-cell infusion, key inpatient discharge information, information about long term follow-up care and care at home, ongoing side effects, and information for the CAR T-cell care partner. Information…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Cell Therapy and Transplant Program
- Alternate Title
- CAR t-cell therapy
- 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 (44 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Immunotherapy, Adoptive
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Treatment
- T-cell receptor genes
- Immunotherapy
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This booklet is a guide to help you better understand chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy (CAR T-cell therapy). Topics include what CAR T-cell therapy is, enrollment in the program, T-cell collection, monitoring/bridging therapy, chemotherapy (lymphodepletion), CAR T-cell infusion, monitoring post-cell infusion, key inpatient discharge information, information about long term follow-up care and care at home, ongoing side effects, and information for the CAR T-cell care partner. Information about Cell Therapy Transplant Program policies, the Medical Day Unit and Hematology Clinic, shingles, recommended vaccinations, and emotional support resources is included. A map of the QEII Health Sciences Centre Victoria General site is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Cell Therapy and Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4035
Cytotoxic precautions at home
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37335
Nova Scotia Health. Nova Scotia Cell Therapy and Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4037
- Available Online
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You are being treated with a cancer treatment that is cytotoxic. This means it can kill cancer cells and can harm healthy cells. This booklet describes what you, your family, friends and caregivers need to know about cytotoxic precautions. These precautions are used to keep your family members, friends and caregivers safe while you are taking your cancer treatment. This pamphlet explains what cytotoxic precautions are, what body fluids are cytotoxic, how to handle your body wastes, what to do …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Nova Scotia Cell Therapy and Transplant Program
- 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 (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - drug therapy
- Patient Safety
- Cytotoxins--toxicity
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Chemotherapy
- Patient safety
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Medications
- Abstract
- You are being treated with a cancer treatment that is cytotoxic. This means it can kill cancer cells and can harm healthy cells. This booklet describes what you, your family, friends and caregivers need to know about cytotoxic precautions. These precautions are used to keep your family members, friends and caregivers safe while you are taking your cancer treatment. This pamphlet explains what cytotoxic precautions are, what body fluids are cytotoxic, how to handle your body wastes, what to do if your body wastes spill and what to do with the garbage. Information about dishes, laundry, sex, having a baby, breastfeeding, and how to bring samples to the hospital is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Cell Therapy and Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4037
Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy : Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37416
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1670
- Available Online
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Certain blood cancers and blood disorders are treated with a stem cell transplant. Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI), like chemotherapy, is given to get your body ready for the stem cells. This pamphlet describes why TMI has been recommended, what will happen during treatment, possible side effects, supports available, and suggested questions to ask your health care team.
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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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Hematologic Diseases - therapy
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
- Transplantation Conditioning
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Blood--Diseases--Treatment
- Hematopoietic stem cells--Transplantation
- Irradiation
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- Certain blood cancers and blood disorders are treated with a stem cell transplant. Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI), like chemotherapy, is given to get your body ready for the stem cells. This pamphlet describes why TMI has been recommended, what will happen during treatment, possible side effects, supports available, and suggested questions to ask your health care team.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1670
Low Red Blood Cells : Anemia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37336
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0002
- Available Online
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Low red blood cell count, called Anemia, can be caused by cancer or cancer treatment. This pamphlet lists the symptoms, treatments, coping mechanisms, and basic questions to ask your health care team.
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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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Anemia
- Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
- Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
- Hematologic Diseases
- Radiotherapy - adverse effects
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Anemia
- Antineoplastic agents--Side effects
- Blood cells--Diseases
- Cancer--Chemotherapy--Complications
- Radiotherapy--Complications
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Abstract
- Low red blood cell count, called Anemia, can be caused by cancer or cancer treatment. This pamphlet lists the symptoms, treatments, coping mechanisms, and basic questions to ask your health care team.
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0002
The Pap Test : Frequently Asked Questions
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37423
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1679
- Available Online
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A Pap test checks for cell changes on the cervix and is an important screening test for cervical cancer. This pamphlet describes what a Pap test is, who should have Pap tests, when, how often, and where to have one done.
- Available Online
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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 (2 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Papanicolaou Test
- Uterine Cervical Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cervix uteri--Cancer--Diagnosis
- Pap test
- Specialty
- Diagnosis
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A Pap test checks for cell changes on the cervix and is an important screening test for cervical cancer. This pamphlet describes what a Pap test is, who should have Pap tests, when, how often, and where to have one done.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Health Authority Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1679
Plasma cell vulvitis (Zoon's vulvitis)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35413
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Colposcopy Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1498
- Available Online
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This pamphlet describes symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for plasma cell vulvitis (Zoon's vulvitis).
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Colposcopy Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Zoon's vulvitis
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Genital Diseases, Female
- Vulvitis
- Vulvar Diseases
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Vulva--Diseases
- Generative organs, Female
- Abstract
- This pamphlet describes symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for plasma cell vulvitis (Zoon's vulvitis).
- Notes
- Previous title: Zoon's vulvitis
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Colposcopy Clinic, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 1498
Stem cell collection from cord blood : Yarmouth Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36582
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2007
- Available Online
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The health care team at Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) is happy to help with collecting stem cell samples. Please ask a member of your health care team if you have any questions. Many companies offer this service. Choosing a company is a personal decision. Be sure to research the costs and services available from each company before you decide. Nova Scotia Health will not recommend which company to choose. Information you need to know when preparing for stem cell collection from cord blood is…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Fetal Blood
- Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Fetal blood
- Stem cells--Transplantation
- Abstract
- The health care team at Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) is happy to help with collecting stem cell samples. Please ask a member of your health care team if you have any questions. Many companies offer this service. Choosing a company is a personal decision. Be sure to research the costs and services available from each company before you decide. Nova Scotia Health will not recommend which company to choose. Information you need to know when preparing for stem cell collection from cord blood is provided.
- Notes
- Previous title: Stem cell collection by cord blood : Yarmouth Regional Hospital
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Health Unit, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2007
Unité de médecine de jour - Victoria General
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37488
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Medical Day Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2194
- Available Online
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L’unité de médecine de jour du Victoria General offre plusieurs services : traitements intraveineux, traitements contre le cancer, prélèvements de cellules souches, biopsies, etc. Ce livret vous aidera à vous préparer à votre rendez-vous. Il passe en revue l’emplacement de l’unité de médecine de jour; ce qu’il faut faire pour vous préparer à votre rendez vous; ce qui se passe lors d’un rendez-vous; votre droit de vous faire accompagner par une personne de soutien; les ressources offertes par l’…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Medical Day Unit
- 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)
- Hospital Units
- Nursing units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Nursing Units
- Abstract
- L’unité de médecine de jour du Victoria General offre plusieurs services : traitements intraveineux, traitements contre le cancer, prélèvements de cellules souches, biopsies, etc. Ce livret vous aidera à vous préparer à votre rendez-vous. Il passe en revue l’emplacement de l’unité de médecine de jour; ce qu’il faut faire pour vous préparer à votre rendez vous; ce qui se passe lors d’un rendez-vous; votre droit de vous faire accompagner par une personne de soutien; les ressources offertes par l’unité et les membres de l’équipe de soins.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1022, "Welcome to the Medical Day Unit (MDU) - Victoria General Hospital". Many services are done in the Medical Day Unit (MDU), such as intravenous (IV) therapies, cancer treatment, stem cell collection, biopsies, and other procedures. This pamphlet will help you get ready for your visit. This pamphlet explains where the MDU is located, how to get ready for your appointment, what will happen at your appointment, bringing a support person to your appointment, and what resources are available on the MDU. Information about the members of your health care team is also included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MDU Staff, VGH
- Pamphlet Number
- 2194
