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
Combination Therapy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37337
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0004
- Available Online
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Combination therapy is when more than one cancer treatment is used. This pamphlet lists the different types of treatments and introduces why each one may be used with direction to more information. It lists 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 (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Combined Modality Therapy
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Treatment
- Combined modality therapy
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Therapeutics
- Abstract
- Combination therapy is when more than one cancer treatment is used. This pamphlet lists the different types of treatments and introduces why each one may be used with direction to more information. It lists suggested questions to ask your health care team.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0004
The 'flu shot' : information for cancer patients, survivors and family members
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37359
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0031
- Available Online
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Patients currently on treatment for cancer should have the flu shot with an inactive (not live) vaccine. They should not have live vaccines, like the nasal spray flu vaccine. This pamphlet explains whether the flu shot will protect you from getting the flu, when flu season is, when you should have the flu shot, and what else you can do to protect yourself. It also gives a list of flu symptoms and explains what to do if you have symptoms. Websites for more information are listed.
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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 (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Influenza Vaccines
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Influenza vaccines
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Patients currently on treatment for cancer should have the flu shot with an inactive (not live) vaccine. They should not have live vaccines, like the nasal spray flu vaccine. This pamphlet explains whether the flu shot will protect you from getting the flu, when flu season is, when you should have the flu shot, and what else you can do to protect yourself. It also gives a list of flu symptoms and explains what to do if you have symptoms. Websites for more information are listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0031
Getting to treatment
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37599
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4022
- Available Online
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Getting between home and cancer treatment can be hard. In Nova Scotia, there are a few resources that can help. This pamphlet explains where you can get help if you are going to have trouble getting to treatment, what to do if you need accessible transportation, and whether you can claim your expenses on your income taxes. A list of resources is provided. Contact information for more information or help for travel concerns is included.
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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)
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Transportation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Treatment
- Transportation
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Getting between home and cancer treatment can be hard. In Nova Scotia, there are a few resources that can help. This pamphlet explains where you can get help if you are going to have trouble getting to treatment, what to do if you need accessible transportation, and whether you can claim your expenses on your income taxes. A list of resources is provided. Contact information for more information or help for travel concerns is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4022
Head & Neck Oncology Case Manager : helping patients through the cancer journey
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37607
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4036
- Available Online
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Patients and families living with head and neck cancers often feel like they are entering a maze when they begin the cancer care journey. Our team tries to give the best care possible for head and neck cancer patients and their families. We have a team of health care professionals who work together to plan your care. This pamphlet explains the role of the head and neck oncology case manager in your care. Contact information is included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- Head and Neck Oncology Case Manager : helping patients through the cancer journey
- 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 ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Head and Neck Neoplasms
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Head--Cancer
- Neck--Cancer
- Cancer--Treatment
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Patients and families living with head and neck cancers often feel like they are entering a maze when they begin the cancer care journey. Our team tries to give the best care possible for head and neck cancer patients and their families. We have a team of health care professionals who work together to plan your care. This pamphlet explains the role of the head and neck oncology case manager in your care. Contact information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4036
Implanted vascular access device (IVAD or port)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36613
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Minor Procedures.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0421
- Available Online
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An IVAD is a small device placed in a vein just above your heart. This pamphlet explains the benefits, how it works, how to get ready for surgery, what to expect during and after surgery, care at home, and taking care of your port.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Minor Procedures
- Alternate Title
- Port
- Port-a-cath
- 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)
- Vascular Access Device
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Drug infusion pumps
- Cancer--Treatment
- Abstract
- An IVAD is a small device placed in a vein just above your heart. This pamphlet explains the benefits, how it works, how to get ready for surgery, what to expect during and after surgery, care at home, and taking care of your port.
- Notes
- Previous title: Implanted vascular access device (IVAD or "port")
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Minor Procedures, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0421
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
Stereotactic radiation therapy to the brain
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37585
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone Radiation Team.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4026
- Available Online
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Your doctor has talked to you about stereotactic radiation therapy. This therapy allows high dose radiation beams to be focused on a small area. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for your treatment, what will happen during your treatment, how many treatments you will need, and what will happen after your treatments are finished. The phone number for the Patient Line at the QEII Cancer Centre is given.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone Radiation Team
- 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)
- Brain Neoplasms - therapy
- Radiosurgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Brain--Cancer--Treatment
- Radiosurgery
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Your doctor has talked to you about stereotactic radiation therapy. This therapy allows high dose radiation beams to be focused on a small area. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for your treatment, what will happen during your treatment, how many treatments you will need, and what will happen after your treatments are finished. The phone number for the Patient Line at the QEII Cancer Centre is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSH Central Zone Radiation Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 4026
Vaginal dilation information for patients receiving treatment for anal cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37455
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4004
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people receiving 6 weeks of pelvic radiation treatment and getting chemotherapy during the first and fifth week of radiation. Information about when to start dilating is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Available Online
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- 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)
- Anus Neoplasms - therapy
- Neoplasms - complications
- Self Care
- Vagina
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Anus--Cancer--Treatment
- Self-care, Health
- Vagina
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people receiving 6 weeks of pelvic radiation treatment and getting chemotherapy during the first and fifth week of radiation. Information about when to start dilating is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4004
Vaginal dilation information for patients receiving treatment for cancer of the endometrium
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37457
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4006
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who are receiving 4 cycles of chemotherapy, pelvic radiation, about a 3-week recovery period, and then 2 more cycles of chemotherapy. Information about when to dilate is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Available Online
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- 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)
- Endometrial Neoplasms - therapy
- Self Care
- Vagina
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Endometrium--Cancer--Treatment
- Self-care, Health
- Vagina
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who are receiving 4 cycles of chemotherapy, pelvic radiation, about a 3-week recovery period, and then 2 more cycles of chemotherapy. Information about when to dilate is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4006
Vaginal dilation information for patients receiving treatment for cervical and vaginal cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37456
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4005
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people receiving pelvic radiation treatments along with weekly chemotherapy. Information about when to start dilating is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. 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
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people receiving pelvic radiation treatments along with weekly chemotherapy. Information about when to start dilating is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4005
Vaginal dilation information for patients receiving treatment for rectal cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37458
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4007
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who have had radiation and chemotherapy, then surgery, and will be receiving more chemotherapy. Information about when to dilate is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. 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
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Rectal Neoplasms - therapy
- Self Care
- Vagina
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Rectum--Cancer--Treatment
- Self-care, Health
- Vagina
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who have had radiation and chemotherapy, then surgery, and will be receiving more chemotherapy. Information about when to dilate is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4007
Your guide to bladder instillation treatment : procedures, infusions and tests
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38143
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4038
- Available Online
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You have been diagnosed with bladder cancer and your treatment is described in this booklet. There are 2 categories of bladder cancer: invasive bladder cancer and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). This booklet focuses on treatment for NMIBC. The pamphlet explains the types of NMIBC, how NMIBC is treated, preparing for treatment, what to do after treatment, safety at home, and side effects. Information about tobacco use, support services, and when to contact your Urologist or Treatment…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- Your guide to bladder instillation treatment : procedures, infusions & tests
- 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 (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Urinary Bladder Neoplasms
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Treatment
- Bladder--Diseases
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- You have been diagnosed with bladder cancer and your treatment is described in this booklet. There are 2 categories of bladder cancer: invasive bladder cancer and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). This booklet focuses on treatment for NMIBC. The pamphlet explains the types of NMIBC, how NMIBC is treated, preparing for treatment, what to do after treatment, safety at home, and side effects. Information about tobacco use, support services, and when to contact your Urologist or Treatment Clinic is included. If you have ANY questions or concerns about your treatment, please ask your Cancer Care Team.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4038
