Before head and neck radiation treatment begins
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37439
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1704
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what to expect before you begin head and neck radiation treatment. Topic include your radiation healthcare team and markings appointment. A list of frequently asked questions is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- 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)
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Head--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Neck--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what to expect before you begin head and neck radiation treatment. Topic include your radiation healthcare team and markings appointment. A list of frequently asked questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Horizon Health, Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre, Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program and Vitalite Health Network Cancer Care
- Approved by: Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1704
Deep Breath Hold Technique
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37417
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1671
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains the Deep Breath Hold technique, why it is used, and how it effects your CT scan and treatment.
- 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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains the Deep Breath Hold technique, why it is used, and how it effects your CT scan and treatment.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1671
External Beam Radiotherapy for Patients Receiving Brachytherapy for Prostate Cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37415
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1569
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
External Beam Radiotherapy (EBRT) uses radiation from high energy X-ray machines to kill cancer cells. This pamphlets describes why it has been recommended, what will happen during your treatment, possible side effects, and what to expect after the treatments.
- 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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brachytherapy
- Radiotherapy, High-Energy
- Prostatic Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Men's Health
- Abstract
- External Beam Radiotherapy (EBRT) uses radiation from high energy X-ray machines to kill cancer cells. This pamphlets describes why it has been recommended, what will happen during your treatment, possible side effects, and what to expect after the treatments.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1569
HDR Brachytherapy for Esophagus Cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37410
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1414
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for esophagus cancer including: what will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- High dose rate brachytherapy for esophagus cancer
- 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)
- Brachytherapy
- Esophageal Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Esophagus--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Radioisotope brachytherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- Answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for esophagus cancer including: what will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1414
HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37402
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4069
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what to expect after HDR (high-dose-rate) brachytherapy treatment for gynecological cancer. Topics include how to care for yourself, possible side effects, and when you should go to the Emergency room.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- High dose rate brachytherapy for gynecological cancers
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (]2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brachytherapy
- Genital Neoplasms, Female - radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what to expect after HDR (high-dose-rate) brachytherapy treatment for gynecological cancer. Topics include how to care for yourself, possible side effects, and when you should go to the Emergency room.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4069
HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers (vault procedure)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37403
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4070
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy (vault procedure) given for gynecological cancers. It explains what it is, what will happen on the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (2 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brachytherapy
- Genital Neoplasms, Female - radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlet answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy (vault procedure) given for gynecological cancers. It explains what it is, what will happen on the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4070
HDR Brachytherapy for Gynecological (female) Cancers : Standard Inpatient Procedure
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37411
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1436
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers including: what will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment? For inpatients (patients admitted to hospital).
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- High dose rate brachytherapy for gynecological (female) cancers
- 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)
- Brachytherapy
- Genital Neoplasms, Female - radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- Answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers including: what will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment? For inpatients (patients admitted to hospital).
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1436
HDR Brachytherapy for Gynecological (female) Cancers : Standard Outpatient Procedure
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37404
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1331
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers including: What will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment? For outpatients (patients not admitted to hospital).
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- High dose rate brachytherapy for gynecological (female) cancers
- 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)
- Brachytherapy
- Genital Neoplasms, Female - radiotherapy
- Outpatients
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- Answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy for gynecological cancers including: What will happen the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after treatment? For outpatients (patients not admitted to hospital).
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1331
Head and neck radiation treatment
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37435
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1700
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains how to care for yourself during head and neck radiation treatment. Topics include the benefits of mouth care, how to practice good mouth care, side effects of treatment, supportive care, sexuality, and how to care for yourself after treatment is complete.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- 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)
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Head--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Neck--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains how to care for yourself during head and neck radiation treatment. Topics include the benefits of mouth care, how to practice good mouth care, side effects of treatment, supportive care, sexuality, and how to care for yourself after treatment is complete.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Horizon Health, Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre, Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program and Vitalite Health Network Cancer Care
- Approved by: Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1700
Information for Female Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy Treatment to the Pelvis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37406
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1337
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the pelvis. Answers common questions like: what will happen during your treatment, how long are the treatments, and what are the possible side effects of radiation therapy.
- 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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Female
- Pelvic Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Urogenital Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Genitourinary organs--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Pelvis--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the pelvis. Answers common questions like: what will happen during your treatment, how long are the treatments, and what are the possible side effects of radiation therapy.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1337
Information for Male Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy Treatment to the Pelvis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37407
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1338
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cancer may be treated with a combination of treatments, radiation therapy is used to shrink cancer and lower the chance of it returning. This pamphlets describes how to prepare for the appointments, what will happen during your treatment, how long the treatments will take, and the possible side effects with coping strategies such as changing eating habits. The pamphlet describes the supports available to you and questions to ask your health care team.
- 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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pelvis--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Genitourinary organs--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Men's Health
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- Cancer may be treated with a combination of treatments, radiation therapy is used to shrink cancer and lower the chance of it returning. This pamphlets describes how to prepare for the appointments, what will happen during your treatment, how long the treatments will take, and the possible side effects with coping strategies such as changing eating habits. The pamphlet describes the supports available to you and questions to ask your health care team.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1338
Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy : Brain Tumours
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37401
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1243
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to shrink a brain tumor or lower the chance of the tumor returning. Answers common questions and helps readers prepare for treatment.
- 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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (7 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brain Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Brain--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Brain--Tumors--Radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to shrink a brain tumor or lower the chance of the tumor returning. Answers common questions and helps readers prepare for treatment.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1243
Information for patients receiving radiation therapy : diarrhea
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37392
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4064
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Diarrhea is a common side effect of radiation treatment to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes why and when someone may have diarrhea and how to treat it. It includes details on diet changes that may helpf.
- 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
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diarrhea - prevention & control
- Pelvic Neoplasms - complications
- Radiotherapy - adverse effects
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diarrhea--Treatment
- Pelvis--Cancer--Radiotherapy--Complications
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Diarrhea is a common side effect of radiation treatment to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes why and when someone may have diarrhea and how to treat it. It includes details on diet changes that may helpf.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4064
Information for patients receiving radiation therapy : external beam treatment for prostate cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37395
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4060
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains why radiation therapy is used to treat prostate cancer, including how to get ready for your treatments, possible side effects, and questions you may want to ask your health care team.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Prostatic Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Prostate--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains why radiation therapy is used to treat prostate cancer, including how to get ready for your treatments, possible side effects, and questions you may want to ask your health care team.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4060
Information for patients receiving radiation therapy : treatment to the abdomen
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37394
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4072
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the abdomen, including what to expect, how to prepare, side effects, and suggested questions to ask your health care team.
- 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
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Abdomen--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the abdomen, including what to expect, how to prepare, side effects, and suggested questions to ask your health care team.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4072
Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy : Treatment to the Chest Area
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37399
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1241
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the chest area. Answers common questions like: what will happen during your treatment, how long are the treatments, and what are the possible side effects of radiation therapy.
- 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
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Thoracic Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Chest--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the chest area. Answers common questions like: what will happen during your treatment, how long are the treatments, and what are the possible side effects of radiation therapy.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1241
Information on vaginal dilators and lubricants following radiation therapy to the pelvis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37454
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4003
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This Nova Scotia resource provides some examples of dilators and lubricants that can be used for vaginal dilation after pelvic radiation. Please refer to the booklet “Use of Vaginal Dilators Following Radiation Therapy to the Pelvis” for more information. Examples of sets of dilators, individual dilators, and vaginal lubricants are given. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- 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)
- Pelvic Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Radiotherapy - adverse effects
- Self Care
- Vagina
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pelvis--Cancer--Radiotherapy--Complications
- Self-care, Health
- Vagina
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This Nova Scotia resource provides some examples of dilators and lubricants that can be used for vaginal dilation after pelvic radiation. Please refer to the booklet “Use of Vaginal Dilators Following Radiation Therapy to the Pelvis” for more information. Examples of sets of dilators, individual dilators, and vaginal lubricants are given. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4003
Nutrition information for patients having radiation treatment for head and neck cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37436
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1701
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
One of the most important parts of your care during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer is getting enough nutrition and hydration. This pamphlet explains how to increase your protein and calories, and manage your diet. It also explains how to deal with common eating problems that may arise, such as dry mouth, swallowing and chewing problems, sore mouth or throat, and taste changes.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- 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)
- Diet, Healthy
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - diet therapy
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Diet therapy
- Head--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Neck--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Abstract
- One of the most important parts of your care during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer is getting enough nutrition and hydration. This pamphlet explains how to increase your protein and calories, and manage your diet. It also explains how to deal with common eating problems that may arise, such as dry mouth, swallowing and chewing problems, sore mouth or throat, and taste changes.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Horizon Health, Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre, Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program and Vitalite Health Network Cancer Care
- Approved by: Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1701
Nutrition information for patients having radiation treatment for head and neck cancer (vegan options)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37437
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1702
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
One of the most important parts of your care during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer is getting enough nutrition and hydration. This pamphlet explains how to increase your protein and calories, and manage your diet with vegan options. It also explains how to deal with common eating problems that may arise, such as dry mouth, swallowing and chewing problems, sore mouth or throat, and taste changes.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- 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)
- Diet, Vegan
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - diet therapy
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Diet therapy
- Head--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Neck--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Vegan cooking
- Abstract
- One of the most important parts of your care during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer is getting enough nutrition and hydration. This pamphlet explains how to increase your protein and calories, and manage your diet with vegan options. It also explains how to deal with common eating problems that may arise, such as dry mouth, swallowing and chewing problems, sore mouth or throat, and taste changes.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Horizon Health, Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre, Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program and Vitalite Health Network Cancer Care
- Approved by: Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1702
Nutrition information for patients having radiation treatment for head and neck cancer (vegetarian options)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37438
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1703
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
One of the most important parts of your care during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer is getting enough nutrition and hydration. This pamphlet explains how to increase your protein and calories, and manage your diet with vegetarian options. It also explains how to deal with common eating problems that may arise, such as dry mouth, swallowing and chewing problems, sore mouth or throat, and taste changes.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- 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)
- Diet, Vegetarian
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - diet therapy
- Head and Neck Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Diet therapy
- Head--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Neck--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Self-care, Health
- Vegetarian cooking
- Abstract
- One of the most important parts of your care during radiation treatment for head and neck cancer is getting enough nutrition and hydration. This pamphlet explains how to increase your protein and calories, and manage your diet with vegetarian options. It also explains how to deal with common eating problems that may arise, such as dry mouth, swallowing and chewing problems, sore mouth or throat, and taste changes.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Horizon Health, Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre, Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program and Vitalite Health Network Cancer Care
- Approved by: Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1703
