How to use nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35482
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Respiratory Therapy, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Pharmacy Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2145
- Available Online
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This pamphlet provides information about nicotine replacement therapy options (like the patch, lozenges, gum, inhaler, mouth spray).
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Respiratory Therapy
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Pharmacy Services
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness
- Alternate Title
- How to use NRT
- 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)
- Smoking Cessation
- Tobacco Use Cessation Devices
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Smoking cessation
- Smoking cessation products
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides information about nicotine replacement therapy options (like the patch, lozenges, gum, inhaler, mouth spray).
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions, Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy Services, Occupational Health Safety and Wellness
- Pamphlet Number
- 2145
About Nova Scotia Health’s smoke and tobacco reduction policy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36768
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Respiratory Therapy Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1547
- Available Online
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Nova Scotia Health promotes a smoke-free, tobacco-free, and vape-free environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Nova Scotia Health is committed to helping people smoke less, stop smoking, and stay smoke-free. This pamphlet provides information about smudging ceremonies, stopping smoking, referral to Tobacco Free Nova Scotia (TFNS), and what to do if you decide you are ready to try to quit tobacco. Contact information for TFNS and the Stop Smoking Program is provided. The French version of …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Respiratory Therapy Services
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness
- 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)
- Smoking Cessation
- Tobacco Use Cessation Devices
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Smoking cessation
- Smoking cessation products
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Nova Scotia Health promotes a smoke-free, tobacco-free, and vape-free environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Nova Scotia Health is committed to helping people smoke less, stop smoking, and stay smoke-free. This pamphlet provides information about smudging ceremonies, stopping smoking, referral to Tobacco Free Nova Scotia (TFNS), and what to do if you decide you are ready to try to quit tobacco. Contact information for TFNS and the Stop Smoking Program is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1548, "Politique de réduction du tabagisme de Santé Nouvelle-Écosse," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health & Addictions, Respiratory Therapy, Occupational Health Safety & Wellness
- Pamphlet Number
- 1547
Politique de réduction du tabagisme de Santé Nouvelle-Écosse
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35483
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Respiratory Therapy Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1548
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Santé Nouvelle-Écosse favorise des milieux sans tabac et sans vapotage pour les patients, les visiteurs et le personnel et veut aider les gens à moins fumer, à cesser de fumer et à demeurer non-fumeurs. Ce dépliant vous donne des renseignements sur les cérémonies de purification par la fumée, l’abandon du tabac et le renvoi à Sans Tabac Nouvelle-Écosse. Il vous donne aussi des conseils au cas où vous décideriez d’essayer de cesser de fumer. Il vous indique aussi comment vous pouvez communiquer …
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Respiratory Therapy Services
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Occupational Health Safety and Wellness
- Alternate Title
- About Nova Scotia Health’s Smoke and Tobacco Reduction Policy
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Smoking Cessation
- Tobacco Use Cessation Products
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Smoking cessation
- Smoking cessation products
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Santé Nouvelle-Écosse favorise des milieux sans tabac et sans vapotage pour les patients, les visiteurs et le personnel et veut aider les gens à moins fumer, à cesser de fumer et à demeurer non-fumeurs. Ce dépliant vous donne des renseignements sur les cérémonies de purification par la fumée, l’abandon du tabac et le renvoi à Sans Tabac Nouvelle-Écosse. Il vous donne aussi des conseils au cas où vous décideriez d’essayer de cesser de fumer. Il vous indique aussi comment vous pouvez communiquer avec Sans Tabac Nouvelle-Écosse et le programme d’abandon du tabac.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1547, "About Nova Scotia Health’s Smoke and Tobacco Reduction Policy". Nova Scotia Health promotes a smoke-free, tobacco-free, and vape-free environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Nova Scotia Health is committed to helping people smoke less, stop smoking, and stay smoke-free. This pamphlet provides information about smudging ceremonies, stopping smoking, referral to Tobacco Free Nova Scotia (TFNS), and what to do if you decide you are ready to try to quit tobacco. Contact information for TFNS and the Stop Smoking Program is provided.
- Notes
- Previous title: Renseignements et ressources pour les patients hospitalisés, les visiteurs et les employés qui fument : région d'Halifax, de la Côte-Est et de West Hants
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health & Addictions, Respiratory Therapy, Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness
- Pamphlet Number
- 1548
Quitting smoking to lower your risk of cervical cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37302
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Division of Gynaecologic Oncology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2167
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens at the top of the vagina. This pamphlet explains how smoking increases your chance of getting cervical cancer, other reasons to quit smoking, what nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is and how much it will cost, why e-cigarettes are not recommended, medications that are available to help you quit smoking, and other options to quit smoking. Tips for quitting smoking and a list of res…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Division of Gynaecologic Oncology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Smoking Cessation
- Uterine Cervical Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Smoking cessation
- Cervix uteri--Cancer--Prevention
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens at the top of the vagina. This pamphlet explains how smoking increases your chance of getting cervical cancer, other reasons to quit smoking, what nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is and how much it will cost, why e-cigarettes are not recommended, medications that are available to help you quit smoking, and other options to quit smoking. Tips for quitting smoking and a list of resources are also provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology: Division of Gynaecologic Oncology
- Pamphlet Number
- 2167
The Benefits of Quitting Smoking for People with Cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37381
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0067
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Lists the benefits of quitting smoking for those with cancer.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Smoking Cessation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Self-care, Health
- Smoking cessation
- Specialty
- Self Care
- Abstract
- Lists the benefits of quitting smoking for those with cancer.
- Notes
- This resource has been adapted from 'The Benefits of Quitting Smoking for People with Cancer” with the permission from Cancer Care Ontario, the Canadian Cancer Society Smokers’ Helpline and CancerContol Alberta.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0067
What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Smoking
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37380
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0066
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
[POSTER] Lists the changes in your body after you quit smoking. It includes intervals of minutes, hours, and years.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Smoking Cessation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Self-care, Health
- Smoking cessation
- Specialty
- Self Care
- Abstract
- [POSTER] Lists the changes in your body after you quit smoking. It includes intervals of minutes, hours, and years.
- Notes
- This resource has been adapted from William Osler Health System, Central West CCAC.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0066
It's Never Too Late to Stop Tobacco Use
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37379
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0065
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Identifies how tobacco use can effect cancer, cancer treatment, and other diseases. Lists available supports.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Smoking Cessation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Self-care, Health
- Smoking cessation
- Specialty
- Self Care
- Abstract
- Identifies how tobacco use can effect cancer, cancer treatment, and other diseases. Lists available supports.
- Notes
- Adapted from the “Quit smoking to get the best from your cancer treatment” pamphlet with permission from the University Health Network Patient and Caregiver Education Program.
- Responsibility
- approved by the Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 0065
After your wired jaw surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35712
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. 4.2 Plastic Surgery Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1690
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet will help you learn what to expect after you have wired jaw surgery. Topics include wires and wire cutters, comfort and pain management, nausea and vomiting, eating and drinking, mouth care, smoking, what to do when you go home, and what to do in emergency situations.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. 4.2 Plastic Surgery Unit
- 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)
- Orthognathic Surgical Procedures
- Jaw - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Jaws--Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet will help you learn what to expect after you have wired jaw surgery. Topics include wires and wire cutters, comfort and pain management, nausea and vomiting, eating and drinking, mouth care, smoking, what to do when you go home, and what to do in emergency situations.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: 4.2 Plastic Surgery Unit, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1690
Tobacco and oral health
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35918
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Public Health.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1867
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Oral cancer is cancer of the mouth. This pamphlet explains how tobacco can cause oral cancer and lists the symptoms of oral cancer. A list of resources for information and support to help you quit smoking or using smokeless tobacco products is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1881, "Le tabagisme et la santé de la bouche," is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Public Health
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Tobacco Use - adverse effects
- Mouth Neoplasms
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mouth--Cancer
- Tobacco use--Health aspects
- Abstract
- Oral cancer is cancer of the mouth. This pamphlet explains how tobacco can cause oral cancer and lists the symptoms of oral cancer. A list of resources for information and support to help you quit smoking or using smokeless tobacco products is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1881, "Le tabagisme et la santé de la bouche," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Public Health
- Pamphlet Number
- 1867
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35157
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cobequid Community Health Centre. Respiratory Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1233
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive (gets worse over time) lung disorder. It is most commonly caused by smoking. COPD can be chronic (ongoing) bronchitis, emphysema, or a combination of both. This pamphlet identifies persons at risk for COPD, the signs and symptoms to watch for, and how it is diagnosed and managed.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cobequid Community Health Centre. Respiratory Services
- 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)
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
- Lung Diseases, Obstructive
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Lungs--Diseases
- Lungs--Diseases, Obstructive
- Abstract
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive (gets worse over time) lung disorder. It is most commonly caused by smoking. COPD can be chronic (ongoing) bronchitis, emphysema, or a combination of both. This pamphlet identifies persons at risk for COPD, the signs and symptoms to watch for, and how it is diagnosed and managed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Respiratory Services, Cobequid Community Health Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 1233
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37622
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Hyperbaric Medicine Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2309
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to treat decompression sickness in divers, severe (very bad) carbon monoxide poisoning, and wounds related to diabetes, vascular disease, and radiation injury. This pamphlet explains what hyperbaric oxygen therapy is, where to go for appointments, how it is done, how often treatment are done, and when to expect your appointment schedule. Other topics include: possible risks and complications, smoking, taking medications, feeling sick, and support persons. A lin…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Hyperbaric Medicine Unit
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hyperbaric Oxygenation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hyperbaric oxygenation
- Specialty
- Respiratory System
- Abstract
- Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to treat decompression sickness in divers, severe (very bad) carbon monoxide poisoning, and wounds related to diabetes, vascular disease, and radiation injury. This pamphlet explains what hyperbaric oxygen therapy is, where to go for appointments, how it is done, how often treatment are done, and when to expect your appointment schedule. Other topics include: possible risks and complications, smoking, taking medications, feeling sick, and support persons. A link to a video is also given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Hyperbaric Medicine Unit, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 2309
Fractured hip - Cape Breton Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38156
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Orthopedics.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2321
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture. What the hip joint looks like, types of hip fractures, types of surgeries, and hip precautions (rules) are explained. Topics include: what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, preparing to go home, and equipment. The guide answers any questions you may have about follow-up care, osteoporosis, nutrition, and resources to stop smoking. A section to write down the numbers of your health care team members is l…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (34 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hip Fractures - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hip joint--Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture. What the hip joint looks like, types of hip fractures, types of surgeries, and hip precautions (rules) are explained. Topics include: what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, preparing to go home, and equipment. The guide answers any questions you may have about follow-up care, osteoporosis, nutrition, and resources to stop smoking. A section to write down the numbers of your health care team members is listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Orthopedics, CBRH
- Pamphlet Number
- 2321
Welcome to the Maternal/Child Unit : Aberdeen Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35941
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Aberdeen Regional Hospital. Maternal/Child Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1884
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what you will need to know when coming to the Maternal/Child Unit (MCU) at Aberdeen Regional Hospital. There are lists of what you should bring for yourself, the baby, and your support person. Information provided about the MCU includes phone service, snacks, visitors, and smoking. Details about the day of delivery, taking care of mom and baby, keeping baby safe, discharge, and paperwork are also included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- Welcome to the Maternal Child Unit (MCU) : Aberdeen Regional Hospital
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Maternal Health
- Nursing units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Maternal health services
- Hospital wards
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what you will need to know when coming to the Maternal/Child Unit (MCU) at Aberdeen Regional Hospital. There are lists of what you should bring for yourself, the baby, and your support person. Information provided about the MCU includes phone service, snacks, visitors, and smoking. Details about the day of delivery, taking care of mom and baby, keeping baby safe, discharge, and paperwork are also included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MCU, Aberdeen Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 1884
Fractured hip
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36748
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Orthopedics.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0342
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This guide outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture. What the hip joint looks like, types of hip fractures, types of surgeries, and hip rules/precautions are explained. Topics such as what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, preparing to go home, and equipment are covered. The guide also answers any questions you may have about followup care, osteoporosis, nutrition, and resources to stop smoking. A section to write down your health care team contact informati…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Orthopedics
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (34 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hip Fractures - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hip joint--Surgery
- Abstract
- This guide outlines information about hip surgery after a fracture. What the hip joint looks like, types of hip fractures, types of surgeries, and hip rules/precautions are explained. Topics such as what to expect before, during, and after surgery, exercises, preparing to go home, and equipment are covered. The guide also answers any questions you may have about followup care, osteoporosis, nutrition, and resources to stop smoking. A section to write down your health care team contact information is given. The French version of this pamphlet 2159, "Fracture de la hanche," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Orthopedics, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0342
Unit 5A : Victoria General site
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38167
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Unit 5A.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2329
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Unit 5A at the Victoria General site of the QEII is a 26-bed unit with both private rooms (1 bed) and ward rooms (4 beds). The unit provides medical oncology, radiation oncology, gynecology oncology, and hospitalist medicine services. This pamphlet gives information about Home First and discharge planning, your health care team, visiting, and daily rounds. It also explains what to expect during your stay, including information about personal belongings, Nova Scotia Health's scent-free policy, s…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Unit 5A
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Nursing units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Nursing Units
- Abstract
- Unit 5A at the Victoria General site of the QEII is a 26-bed unit with both private rooms (1 bed) and ward rooms (4 beds). The unit provides medical oncology, radiation oncology, gynecology oncology, and hospitalist medicine services. This pamphlet gives information about Home First and discharge planning, your health care team, visiting, and daily rounds. It also explains what to expect during your stay, including information about personal belongings, Nova Scotia Health's scent-free policy, smoking, TV service, phone, kitchen, family room, windows, and shopping and eating.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: 5A staff, QEII; Reviewed by: 5A Practice Council
- Pamphlet Number
- 2329
Le tabagisme et la santé de la bouche
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35938
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Public Health.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1881
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La plus fréquente du cancer de la bouche est le tabagisme. Dans cette brochure, vous trouverez des renseignements sur les nombreuses façons dont le cancer de la bouche peut se développer, ainsi que ses symptômes. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1867, “Tobacco and Oral Health”. Oral cancer is cancer of the mouth. This pamphlet explains how tobacco can cause oral cancer and lists the symptoms of oral cancer. A list of resources for information and support to help you quit s…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Public Health
- Alternate Title
- Tobacco and oral health
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Tobacco Use - adverse effects
- Mouth Neoplasms
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mouth--Cancer
- Tobacco use--Health aspects
- Abstract
- La plus fréquente du cancer de la bouche est le tabagisme. Dans cette brochure, vous trouverez des renseignements sur les nombreuses façons dont le cancer de la bouche peut se développer, ainsi que ses symptômes.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1867, “Tobacco and Oral Health”. Oral cancer is cancer of the mouth. This pamphlet explains how tobacco can cause oral cancer and lists the symptoms of oral cancer. A list of resources for information and support to help you quit smoking or using smokeless tobacco products is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Public Health
- Pamphlet Number
- 1881
Women and Children's Unit : Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38144
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. Women and Children's Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2314
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what you will need to know when coming to the Women and Children's Unit at Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. There are lists of what you should bring for yourself and the baby, as well as what your support person should bring. Information is provided about the unit, visitors, and smoking. Details about the day of delivery, taking care of yourself and baby, keeping baby safe, discharge, and paperwork are also included. A list of resources is also provided.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. Women and Children's Unit
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Maternal Health
- Nursing units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Maternal health services
- Hospital wards
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what you will need to know when coming to the Women and Children's Unit at Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. There are lists of what you should bring for yourself and the baby, as well as what your support person should bring. Information is provided about the unit, visitors, and smoking. Details about the day of delivery, taking care of yourself and baby, keeping baby safe, discharge, and paperwork are also included. A list of resources is also provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Unit, Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2314
After dental extractions or wisdom teeth removal
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35707
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0646
- Available Online
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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. …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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
Geriatric Restorative Care Unit (3 East) : Veterans Memorial Building (VMB), QEII
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38163
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Geriatric Restorative Care Unit 3 East. Veterans Memorial Building. QEII.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0287
- Available Online
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The Geriatric Restorative Care Program helps people age 65 and over to become more independent, do their daily activities, and improve their quality of life after a hospital stay. Topics include: what to expect, how often you will have therapy, your team members, what to bring, how long you can expect to stay, how to get ready to go home, what to do if you need help at home, meals, leisure, infection control, additional precautions, smoking, extra services, and phone services. If you have quest…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Geriatric Restorative Care Unit 3 East. Veterans Memorial Building. QEII
- 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)
- Health Services for the Aged
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Preventive health services for older people
- Abstract
- The Geriatric Restorative Care Program helps people age 65 and over to become more independent, do their daily activities, and improve their quality of life after a hospital stay. Topics include: what to expect, how often you will have therapy, your team members, what to bring, how long you can expect to stay, how to get ready to go home, what to do if you need help at home, meals, leisure, infection control, additional precautions, smoking, extra services, and phone services. If you have questions, contact information is listed.
- Notes
- Previous title: Geriatric Restorative Care VMB 3 East
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Geriatric Restorative Care Unit 3 East, VMB, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0287
Avant et après une chirurgie d’un jour
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35475
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1537
- Available Online
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Cette brochure offre des renseignements sur les soins avant et après une chirurgie d’un jour. On y traite notamment de la nécessité d’arriver tôt, de ce qu’il faut apporter et de l'anesthésie. La brochure traite aussi de l'hygiène, des médicaments, du tabagisme, des prothèses dentaires, des lunettes, des verres de contact, des appareils auditifs, des objets de valeur et des bijoux. On y traite de ce qui se passe à la salle préopératoire, à la salle d’opération, à la salle de réveil et à la sal…
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- Alternate Title
- Before and after day surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Ambulatory Surgical Procedures
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Ambulatory surgery
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Surgery
- Abstract
- Cette brochure offre des renseignements sur les soins avant et après une chirurgie d’un jour. On y traite notamment de la nécessité d’arriver tôt, de ce qu’il faut apporter et de l'anesthésie. La brochure traite aussi de l'hygiène, des médicaments, du tabagisme, des prothèses dentaires, des lunettes, des verres de contact, des appareils auditifs, des objets de valeur et des bijoux. On y traite de ce qui se passe à la salle préopératoire, à la salle d’opération, à la salle de réveil et à la salle postopératoire, ainsi que du retour à la maison.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0672, "Before and After Day Surgery". This pamphlet provides information about your care before and after a day surgery procedure. Topics about preparing include: arriving early, what to bring, and the anesthetic. The pamphlet also describes what to do about hygiene, medications, smoking, dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, valuables, and jewelry. What will happen in the pre-operative room, operating room, recovery area, post-recovery area, and when you go home are described.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: HI, VG & DGH site staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 1537
