Information for patients receiving radiation therapy : breast cancer or ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37400
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4008
- Available Online
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This pamphlets answers common questions about receiving radiation therapy for breast cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the breast. Topics include why radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer or DCIS, what will happen when you come for your treatment planning, how long it will be until you start your radiation treatments, and how long your treatments will take. Information about side effects and support is also provided. A list of questions you may want to ask your health care…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Breast Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Cancer--Patients--Care
- Breast--Cancer--Treatment
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This pamphlets answers common questions about receiving radiation therapy for breast cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the breast. Topics include why radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer or DCIS, what will happen when you come for your treatment planning, how long it will be until you start your radiation treatments, and how long your treatments will take. Information about side effects and support is also provided. A list of questions you may want to ask your health care team is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program; Approved by: Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 4008
Male Breast Cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37430
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1686
- Available Online
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About 1% of all breast cancer diagnoses in Canada happen in males. This pamphlet describes the signs of breast cancer in men, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment.
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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 (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Neoplasms, Male
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer in men
- Breast--Cancer
- Specialty
- Men's Health
- Abstract
- About 1% of all breast cancer diagnoses in Canada happen in males. This pamphlet describes the signs of breast cancer in men, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Health Authority Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1686
Care of your surgical drain(s) : South Shore Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37539
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Oncology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2252
- Available Online
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This pamphlet describes how to care for your drain(s) after breast surgery. The pamphlet explains what a surgical drain is, when the drains will be removed, how to care for the drainage tube at home, and how to empty the drain. The pamphlet describes signs of infection or problems and who to call in case of an emergency. Draining schedule records are included.
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast - surgery
- Breast Neoplasms
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Surgery
- Breast--Cancer--Surgery
- Specialty
- Breast Disease
- Abstract
- This pamphlet describes how to care for your drain(s) after breast surgery. The pamphlet explains what a surgical drain is, when the drains will be removed, how to care for the drainage tube at home, and how to empty the drain. The pamphlet describes signs of infection or problems and who to call in case of an emergency. Draining schedule records are included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Oncology, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2252
Breast reconstruction guidebook
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35574
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Plastic Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1592
- Available Online
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This pamphlet is a breast reconstruction guidebook. Your health care team will fill out the pamphlet with your appointments and breast cancer summary. They will also write summaries of the initial, secondary, and nipple/areola breast reconstructions. The pamphlet explains how to care for the drainage tube, how to empty the drain, and when the drains will be removed. Post-mastectomy and post-breast reconstruction draining schedule charts are included. The pamphlet describes signs of infection or…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Plastic Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Neoplasms - surgery
- Mastectomy, Segmental
- Mammaplasty
- Breast Implants
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mammaplasty
- Breast--Cancer--Surgery
- Breast implants
- Lumpectomy
- Specialty
- Breast Disease
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is a breast reconstruction guidebook. Your health care team will fill out the pamphlet with your appointments and breast cancer summary. They will also write summaries of the initial, secondary, and nipple/areola breast reconstructions. The pamphlet explains how to care for the drainage tube, how to empty the drain, and when the drains will be removed. Post-mastectomy and post-breast reconstruction draining schedule charts are included. The pamphlet describes signs of infection or problems and who to call in case of an emergency.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Division of Plastic Surgery, HI site
- Pamphlet Number
- 1592
What Happens Now? : Living Beyond Cancer : Follow up Care for Breast Cancer Patients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37374
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0060
- Available Online
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Guide for breast cancer survivors describing recommended follow-up care and what to expect next. Lists supports and resources available.
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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 (20 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
- Cancer Survivors
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Cancer--Patients--Home care
- Self-care, Health
- Abstract
- Guide for breast cancer survivors describing recommended follow-up care and what to expect next. Lists supports and resources available.
- Responsibility
- developed by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0060
What is the Oncotype DX test?
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37365
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4047
- Available Online
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Oncotype DX is a test panel used to help predict whether a patient with breast cancer could benefit from chemotherapy in addition to hormone therapy. The panel tests multiple specific tumor genes and generates a score which helps predict response to chemotherapy. The genes tested are those expressed by the tumor, not genes that you inherit from your parents our pass along to your children. This pamphlet gives information to help you decide if the Oncotype Dx test is right for you.
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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
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Genes, Neoplasm
- Genetic Testing
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Breast Disease
- Abstract
- Oncotype DX is a test panel used to help predict whether a patient with breast cancer could benefit from chemotherapy in addition to hormone therapy. The panel tests multiple specific tumor genes and generates a score which helps predict response to chemotherapy. The genes tested are those expressed by the tumor, not genes that you inherit from your parents our pass along to your children. This pamphlet gives information to help you decide if the Oncotype Dx test is right for you.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4047
Care after your breast surgery : South Shore Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37538
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Oncology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2253
- Available Online
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This pamphlet answers questions you may have after breast surgery. The pamphlet explains what to eat and drink, activity guidelines, how to care for your incision, and how to manage pain. The pamphlet describes signs of infection or problems and who to call in case of an emergency.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Neoplasms - surgery
- Mastectomy
- Mastectomy, Segmental
- Lymph Node Excision
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Cancer--Surgery
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Lymph nodes--Cancer
- Lymph nodes--Biopsy
- Specialty
- Breast Disease
- Abstract
- This pamphlet answers questions you may have after breast surgery. The pamphlet explains what to eat and drink, activity guidelines, how to care for your incision, and how to manage pain. The pamphlet describes signs of infection or problems and who to call in case of an emergency.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Oncology, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2253
