Bone marrow test
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36757
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Unit 8AB, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. BMT, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Medical Day Unit, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Hematology Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0100
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains what a bone marrow test is, how to get ready for it, why and how it is done, and what will happen after the test. A list of symptoms to watch for is included.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Unit 8AB
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. BMT
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Medical Day Unit
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Hematology Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Bone Marrow
- Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Bone marrow
- Diagnostic specimens--Collection and preservation
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what a bone marrow test is, how to get ready for it, why and how it is done, and what will happen after the test. A list of symptoms to watch for is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: 8AB/BMT/Medical Day Unit/Hematology Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 0100
COVID-19 vaccination and cancer FAQ
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37451
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4000
- Available Online
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As a person living with cancer, or a blood or bone marrow condition, you may have questions about COVID-19 vaccination. This pamphlet explains if the vaccine is safe for people with cancer, how well the vaccine works in people with cancer, when you should get the vaccine, and which vaccine you should get. Possible side effects are listed. Information on who to talk to if you still have questions about the vaccine, and what will happen after you get the vaccine is provided.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- Coronavirus vaccination and cancer FAQ
- COVID-19 vaccination and cancer frequently asked questions
- 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)
- COVID-19 Vaccines
- Neoplasms - complications
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)--Vaccination
- Cancer--Complications
- Abstract
- As a person living with cancer, or a blood or bone marrow condition, you may have questions about COVID-19 vaccination. This pamphlet explains if the vaccine is safe for people with cancer, how well the vaccine works in people with cancer, when you should get the vaccine, and which vaccine you should get. Possible side effects are listed. Information on who to talk to if you still have questions about the vaccine, and what will happen after you get the vaccine is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4000
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
Oncology Management Guidelines : Natural Health Products
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37433
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1691
- Available Online
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The use of natural health products during chemotherapy, cellular therapy (including bone marrow transplantation), or surgery is not recommended. This pamphlet defines natural health products and outlines Nova Scotia Health's guidelines on the use of natural health products during chemotherapy.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Complementary Therapies
- Dietary Supplements
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Alternative medicine
- Cancer--Treatment
- Dietary supplements
- Specialty
- Complementary Therapies
- Abstract
- The use of natural health products during chemotherapy, cellular therapy (including bone marrow transplantation), or surgery is not recommended. This pamphlet defines natural health products and outlines Nova Scotia Health's guidelines on the use of natural health products during chemotherapy.
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Health Authority Pharmacy Services ; approved by Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee & Oncology Therapy Subcommittee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1691
