After a Cancer Diagnosis : Engaging in Physical Activity is Important!
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37387
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0074
- Available Online
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For those living outside the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely.
- 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)
- Exercise
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Exercise
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Physical Fitness
- Self Care
- Abstract
- For those living outside the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0074
After a Cancer Diagnosis : Engaging in Physical Activity is Important! (HRM)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37386
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0075
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
For those living in the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely
- 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)
- Exercise
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Exercise
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Physical Fitness
- Self Care
- Abstract
- For those living in the HRM. A visual guide with lists of ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely
- Pamphlet Number
- 0075
After a Cancer Diagnosis : The 5 Ws for Physical Activity After a Cancer Diagnosis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37385
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0072
- Available Online
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This visual guide goes through who physical activity is beneficial for, why it is, when in your treatment to start or incorporate physical activity, what type of physical activity you can do, and where. It includes suggestions at different levels of exercise, different tools that can be used including household ones, and programs provided by the hospital.
- 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
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Exercise
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Exercise
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This visual guide goes through who physical activity is beneficial for, why it is, when in your treatment to start or incorporate physical activity, what type of physical activity you can do, and where. It includes suggestions at different levels of exercise, different tools that can be used including household ones, and programs provided by the hospital.
- Notes
- Adapted with permission from Cancer Care Ontario.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0072
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
Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care : Fishermen's Memorial Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36708
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Fishermen's Memorial Hospital. Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2115
- Available Online
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The Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care at Fisherman's Memorial Hospital is a 2 to 8 week program to help you be as independent as possible. The pamphlet explains if you need a referral, who is on your health care team, and what to bring. Information about meals, laundry, Wi-Fi, TV service, and phone service is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Fishermen's Memorial Hospital. Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Rehabilitation
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Rehabilitation
- Self-care, Health
- Abstract
- The Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care at Fisherman's Memorial Hospital is a 2 to 8 week program to help you be as independent as possible. The pamphlet explains if you need a referral, who is on your health care team, and what to bring. Information about meals, laundry, Wi-Fi, TV service, and phone service is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care, Fishermen's Memorial Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2115
Dr. Doug Watt Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Unit : Harbour View Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35742
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Harbour View Hospital. Rehabilitation and Restorative Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1713
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The Dr. Doug Watt Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Unit at Harbour View Hospital will help you become as independent as possible. What is expected of you, what to bring, what a usual day is like, who is on your health care team, visitor expectations, discharge planning, and other information is given.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Harbour View Hospital. Rehabilitation and Restorative Care
- 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)
- Rehabilitation
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Rehabilitation
- Self-care, Health
- Abstract
- The Dr. Doug Watt Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Unit at Harbour View Hospital will help you become as independent as possible. What is expected of you, what to bring, what a usual day is like, who is on your health care team, visitor expectations, discharge planning, and other information is given.
- Notes
- Previous title: Rehabilitation (rehab) and restorative care: patient and caregiver education
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Unit, Harbour View Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 1713
Even After a Cancer Diagnosis : It's Never Too Late To Be Active
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37388
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0073
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A guide to physical activity and how it can affect cancer treatment. Answers questions about the benefits of being active, goal setting, and what supports are available to you.
- 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)
- Exercise
- Neoplasms - prevention & control
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients
- Exercise
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Physical Fitness
- Self Care
- Abstract
- A guide to physical activity and how it can affect cancer treatment. Answers questions about the benefits of being active, goal setting, and what supports are available to you.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0073
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
Healthy Eating
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37339
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0006
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Eating certain food is very important for health and recovery. This pamphlet offer suggestions for those going through cancer treatment: what to eat and how frequently. It lists suggested questions to ask your health care team and where to find more information.
- 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 (3 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diet, Healthy
- Diet Therapy
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diet
- Diet therapy
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Self Care
- Therapeutics
- Abstract
- Eating certain food is very important for health and recovery. This pamphlet offer suggestions for those going through cancer treatment: what to eat and how frequently. It lists suggested questions to ask your health care team and where to find more information.
- Responsibility
- prepared by oncology clinical educators and dieticians, Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 0006
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 : 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
- View Pamphlet
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…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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
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 : Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37416
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1670
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Certain blood cancers and blood disorders are treated with a stem cell transplant. Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI), like chemotherapy, is given to get your body ready for the stem cells. This pamphlet describes why TMI has been recommended, what will happen during treatment, possible side effects, supports available, and suggested questions to ask your health care team.
- 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
- Hematologic Diseases - therapy
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
- Transplantation Conditioning
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Blood--Diseases--Treatment
- Hematopoietic stem cells--Transplantation
- Irradiation
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- Certain blood cancers and blood disorders are treated with a stem cell transplant. Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI), like chemotherapy, is given to get your body ready for the stem cells. This pamphlet describes why TMI has been recommended, what will happen during treatment, possible side effects, supports available, and suggested questions to ask your health care team.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1670
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
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
Low Anterior Resection Syndrome
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37355
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0027
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a change in bowel habits that may happen after surgery for rectal cancer. This pamphlet details the causes, symptoms and possible treatments of LARS.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- LARS
- 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)
- Aftercare
- Fecal Incontinence
- Rectal Neoplasms - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Fecal incontinence
- Rectum--Cancer--Surgery
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Colorectal Surgery
- Self Care
- Abstract
- Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a change in bowel habits that may happen after surgery for rectal cancer. This pamphlet details the causes, symptoms and possible treatments of LARS.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0027
Low Platelets : Thrombocytopenia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37360
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0032
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Platelets (PLT), thrombocytes, are blood cells that helps it to clot (stop bleeding). Not having enough platelets in your blood is called thrombocytopenia (throm·bo·cy·to·pe·nia). This pamphlets describes what causes low platelets, symptoms, and ways to prevent and manage it.
- 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)
- Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects
- Blood Coagulation Disorders
- Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
- Hematologic Diseases
- Self Care
- Thrombocytopenia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Antineoplastic agents--Side effects
- Blood cells--Diseases
- Blood coagulation disorders
- Cancer--Chemotherapy--Complications
- Self-care, Health
- Thrombocytopenia
- Specialty
- Hematology
- Abstract
- Platelets (PLT), thrombocytes, are blood cells that helps it to clot (stop bleeding). Not having enough platelets in your blood is called thrombocytopenia (throm·bo·cy·to·pe·nia). This pamphlets describes what causes low platelets, symptoms, and ways to prevent and manage it.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0032
