Using opioids for chronic pain
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34839
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pain Management Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0061
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Opioid medications are analgesics (painkillers), commonly known as narcotics. They are used to manage severe pain. This pamphlet explains when to take them, what to do if you miss a dose, special precautions, common side effects, and a list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention. Common concerns about tolerance, dependence, and addiction are explained. Instructions for storing opioids are given.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pain Management Unit
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Analgesics, Opioid
- Pain Management
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Analgesics
- Pain--Treatment
- Abstract
- Opioid medications are analgesics (painkillers), commonly known as narcotics. They are used to manage severe pain. This pamphlet explains when to take them, what to do if you miss a dose, special precautions, common side effects, and a list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention. Common concerns about tolerance, dependence, and addiction are explained. Instructions for storing opioids are given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Pain Management Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 0061
Sexually transmitted infections (STI) Clinic
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35018
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. STI Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1149
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
An STI is an infection that is spread through sexual contact. Most STIs can be treated very easily. However, if left untreated, many can cause problems later. This pamphlet explains common symptoms of STIs, how we test for and treat STIs, what has changed with the STI Clinic, how to make an appointment, what to do if you just want to be screened for STIs, and what to expect at the Clinic. The STI Clinic's location and hours are also provided.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. STI Clinic
- Alternate Title
- STD Clinic
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sexually Tranmitted Diseases
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- An STI is an infection that is spread through sexual contact. Most STIs can be treated very easily. However, if left untreated, many can cause problems later. This pamphlet explains common symptoms of STIs, how we test for and treat STIs, what has changed with the STI Clinic, how to make an appointment, what to do if you just want to be screened for STIs, and what to expect at the Clinic. The STI Clinic's location and hours are also provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: STI Clinic, QEII, Halifax
- Pamphlet Number
- 1149
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1573
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelids. This pamphlet provides a list of signs and symptoms. Topics include how blepharitis is treated, cleaning your eyelids, and relieving symptoms.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Eye Care Centre
- Alternate Title
- Eyelid inflammation
- Meibomian gland dysfunction
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Diseases
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Eyelids--Diseases
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Abstract
- Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelids. This pamphlet provides a list of signs and symptoms. Topics include how blepharitis is treated, cleaning your eyelids, and relieving symptoms.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 1573
Food Journal
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35552
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0593
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet includes instructions for writing in a food journal, such as writing down your goals for the week and when to write in your food diary. The pamphlet also includes portion recommendations from Canada's Food Guide, a hunger/fullness rating scale, and pages to keep a food journal.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- Food diary
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Nutrition
- Diet therapy
- Eating disorders--Treatment
- Specialty
- Food and Nutrition
- Abstract
- This pamphlet includes instructions for writing in a food journal, such as writing down your goals for the week and when to write in your food diary. The pamphlet also includes portion recommendations from Canada's Food Guide, a hunger/fullness rating scale, and pages to keep a food journal.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 0593
After your thyroid surgery : Dartmouth General Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35627
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. ENT Surgery, Dartmouth General Hospital.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1628
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Incision care, pain management, how to position your bed after surgery, and instructions for activity and diet are listed. A list of symptoms that need the attention of your surgeon, a list of important phone numbers, and information about your post-operative appointment are also provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2184, "Après votre opération de la thyroïde à l’hôpital général de Dartmouth", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. ENT Surgery, Dartmouth General Hospital
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Thyroid Gland - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Thyroid Gland--Surgery
- Specialty
- Dartmouth General Hospital
- Abstract
- Incision care, pain management, how to position your bed after surgery, and instructions for activity and diet are listed. A list of symptoms that need the attention of your surgeon, a list of important phone numbers, and information about your post-operative appointment are also provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2184, "Après votre opération de la thyroïde à l’hôpital général de Dartmouth", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: After your thyroid surgery : what you need to know - Dartmouth General Hospital
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: ENT Surgery, Dartmouth General Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 1628
Veterans' Service Falls Management Program : Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building (VMB)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35676
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Veterans' Services, QEII.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1025
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Falls among older adults are a common problem. Up to half of residents in long-term care may fall each year. This pamphlet explains situations when most falls happen, what raises your risk of falling, and what staff in the Veterans' Memorial Building may ask you to do while living in this unit to prevent falls from happening.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Veterans' Services, QEII
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Accident Prevention
- Accidental Falls - prevention & control
- Patient Safety
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Accidents--Prevention
- Falls (Accidents) in old age--Prevention
- Hospitals--Safety measures
- Patients--Safety measures
- Specialty
- Geriatrics
- Abstract
- Falls among older adults are a common problem. Up to half of residents in long-term care may fall each year. This pamphlet explains situations when most falls happen, what raises your risk of falling, and what staff in the Veterans' Memorial Building may ask you to do while living in this unit to prevent falls from happening.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Veterans' Services, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1025
Patients first : outpatients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36632
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1380
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit. The French translation of this pamphlet 1521, "Priorité aux patients : Patients externe" is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Patient Safety
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Patients--Safety measures
- Abstract
- Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit. The French translation of this pamphlet 1521, "Priorité aux patients : Patients externe" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Risk Management/Patient Safety, Central Zone, NSHA
- Pamphlet Number
- 1380
Patients first : inpatients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36633
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1381
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit. The French translation of this pamphlet 1522, "Priorité aux patients : Patients hospitalisés" is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Patient Safety
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Patients--Safety measures
- Abstract
- Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit. The French translation of this pamphlet 1522, "Priorité aux patients : Patients hospitalisés" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Risk Management/Patient Safety, Central Zone, NSHA
- Pamphlet Number
- 1381
Nutrition education & counselling : Annapolis Valley, South Shore and South West Nova Scotia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36635
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone Dietitians.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2044
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Registered Dietitians provide nutrition services outside of hospitals and health centres at locations across western Nova Scotia. Topics include: services provided, nutrition education topics, and how you can get an appointment with a dietitian. If you want to refer yourself or a family member, call the dietitian nearest you to set up an appointment. A list of phone numbers is given.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone Dietitians
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diet Therapy
- Nutrition Therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Nutrition
- Diet therapy
- Abstract
- Registered Dietitians provide nutrition services outside of hospitals and health centres at locations across western Nova Scotia. Topics include: services provided, nutrition education topics, and how you can get an appointment with a dietitian. If you want to refer yourself or a family member, call the dietitian nearest you to set up an appointment. A list of phone numbers is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Western Zone Dietitians
- Pamphlet Number
- 2044
Independent living simulation suites : Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36645
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre. Independent Living Simulation Suite Working Committee.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2054
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
There are 2 fully-equipped 1-bedroom Independent Living Simulation (ILS) suites on the 4th floor of the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre. The ILS suites are designed to give patients and their family and/or support person(s) the chance to practice independent or assisted living experiences before going home. This pamphlet explains the type of life skills that can be practiced in the suites and when the suites can be used. A description of each suite, North Suite and The MacKinnon F…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre. Independent Living Simulation Suite Working Committee
- Alternate Title
- Independent living simulation suites : Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Independent Living
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Congregate housing
- Specialty
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
- Abstract
- There are 2 fully-equipped 1-bedroom Independent Living Simulation (ILS) suites on the 4th floor of the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre. The ILS suites are designed to give patients and their family and/or support person(s) the chance to practice independent or assisted living experiences before going home. This pamphlet explains the type of life skills that can be practiced in the suites and when the suites can be used. A description of each suite, North Suite and The MacKinnon Family Suite (South), is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: ILS Suite Working Committee: NS Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2054
Priorité aux patients : patients externes
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36657
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1521
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Conseils pour vous aider à participer à vos soins et à assurer un rendez-vous à l’hôpital plus sécuritaire. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1380 “Patients First - Outpatients". Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety
- Alternate Title
- Patients first : outpatients
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Patient Safety
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Patients--Safety measures
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Conseils pour vous aider à participer à vos soins et à assurer un rendez-vous à l’hôpital plus sécuritaire.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1380 “Patients First - Outpatients". Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Risk Management/Patient Safety, Central Zone, NSHA
- Pamphlet Number
- 1521
Priorité aux patients : patients hospitalisés
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36658
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1522
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Conseils pour vous aider à participer à vos soins et à assurer un séjour à l’hôpital plus sécuritaire. ; Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit. This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1381 “Patients First - Inpatients".
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Risk Management/Patient Safety
- Alternate Title
- Patients first : inpatients
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Patient Safety
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Patients--Safety measures
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Conseils pour vous aider à participer à vos soins et à assurer un séjour à l’hôpital plus sécuritaire.
- Tips are offered to help you to take part in your own care and ensure a safer hospital stay both during and after your hospital visit. This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1381 “Patients First - Inpatients".
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Risk Management/Patient Safety, Central Zone, NSHA
- Pamphlet Number
- 1522
Blood collection tips for parents : Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36704
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2089
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet provides blood collection tips for parents. Images of back-to-chest and chest-to-chest comfort hold techniques are included. Please note that some Nova Scotia Health Authority blood collection sites are not able to collect blood from patients under 12 years old. Visit www.nshealth.ca/blood-collection for more info. The French version of this pamphlet 2149, "Conseils aux parents pour les prises de sang : Pathologie et médecine de laboratoire", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Blood Specimen Collection
- Child
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Blood--Collection and preservation
- Children
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides blood collection tips for parents. Images of back-to-chest and chest-to-chest comfort hold techniques are included. Please note that some Nova Scotia Health Authority blood collection sites are not able to collect blood from patients under 12 years old. Visit www.nshealth.ca/blood-collection for more info. The French version of this pamphlet 2149, "Conseils aux parents pour les prises de sang : Pathologie et médecine de laboratoire", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Halifax
- Pamphlet Number
- 2089
Testing for esophageal varices (portal hypertension)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36707
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Department of Hepatology, QEII site.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1458
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cirrhosis is a type of liver disease. Over time, it scars the liver. Varices are blood vessels that have expanded (gotten bigger). Varices usually happen in the esophagus and stomach. The esophagus is the swallowing tube that connects your mouth and stomach. Esophageal varices are a common problem in advanced cirrhosis.This pamphlet explains how varices are diagnosed, how to get ready for the test, what will happen during and after the test, how the test is done, and possible complications of t…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Esophageal and Gastric Varices
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Cirrhosis
- Esophageal varices
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- Cirrhosis is a type of liver disease. Over time, it scars the liver. Varices are blood vessels that have expanded (gotten bigger). Varices usually happen in the esophagus and stomach. The esophagus is the swallowing tube that connects your mouth and stomach. Esophageal varices are a common problem in advanced cirrhosis.This pamphlet explains how varices are diagnosed, how to get ready for the test, what will happen during and after the test, how the test is done, and possible complications of the test. A list of symptoms that should be reported to 811 is provided.
- Responsibility
- Department of Hepatology, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1458
Continuing care : important information for you
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36713
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Continuing Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2120
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
As part of your care, you may be provided supports and services offered by Nova Scotia Health Continuing Care and/or contracted service providers. It is important that you have the information you need to make informed decisions while receiving Continuing Care services. This pamphlet explains what you can expect in terms of quality care, dignity and respect, your plan of care, service decisions, your privacy, safety, and fees for service. Contact information for the Nova Scotia Health Patient/F…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Continuing Care
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Home Care Services
- Long-Term Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Home care services
- Long-term care
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- As part of your care, you may be provided supports and services offered by Nova Scotia Health Continuing Care and/or contracted service providers. It is important that you have the information you need to make informed decisions while receiving Continuing Care services. This pamphlet explains what you can expect in terms of quality care, dignity and respect, your plan of care, service decisions, your privacy, safety, and fees for service. Contact information for the Nova Scotia Health Patient/Family Feedback team is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2188, "Soins continus - Information importante", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Continuing Care Staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 2120
Before your HIV test
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36715
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. HIV Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2122
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. Unlike some other viruses, the human body cannot get rid of HIV. This means that once you have HIV, you will have it for life. AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) happens when HIV destroys your immune system, leading to serious and life-threatening infections and cancers. An HIV test only checks for HIV. It does not test for AIDS. This pamphlet explains how HIV is spread, the pros and cons of being tested for HIV, how an HIV test is done, and w…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. HIV Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Before your human immunodeficiency virus test
- Before your AIDS test
- Before your acquired immunodeficiency syndrome test
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- HIV
- Subjects (LCSH)
- HIV infections
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. Unlike some other viruses, the human body cannot get rid of HIV. This means that once you have HIV, you will have it for life. AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) happens when HIV destroys your immune system, leading to serious and life-threatening infections and cancers. An HIV test only checks for HIV. It does not test for AIDS. This pamphlet explains how HIV is spread, the pros and cons of being tested for HIV, how an HIV test is done, and whether the test is accurate. Info is also provided on how you will get your test result and how long it will take, and what negative, positive, and indeterminate test results mean. Info on who has access to your test results is included. The French version of this pamphlet 2165, "Avant de faire le test du VIH," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: HIV Clinic Staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 2122
The Highly Sensitized Patient Program (HSP) for kidney transplant patients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36746
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2132
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
One of the ways that your body protects itself from infection is by destroying cells it does not recognize as its own. When your body does not recognize a cell, it produces an antibody. Antibodies destroy infections and transplanted tissues (like in a kidney transplant). A highly sensitized patient has a high percentage of antibodies. These antibodies make them more likely to reject an organ after transplant. This pamphlet explains how to know if you are sensitized, what the Highly Sensitized P…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- One of the ways that your body protects itself from infection is by destroying cells it does not recognize as its own. When your body does not recognize a cell, it produces an antibody. Antibodies destroy infections and transplanted tissues (like in a kidney transplant). A highly sensitized patient has a high percentage of antibodies. These antibodies make them more likely to reject an organ after transplant. This pamphlet explains how to know if you are sensitized, what the Highly Sensitized Patient Program is, how the program increases your chance of finding a match, what happens if there is a possible match for you, and what you can do to increase your chances of getting a transplant. A list of resources is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2132
My diabetes record
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36755
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Diabetes Management Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1037
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet provides space for you to record important health information related to your diabetes. You should bring this record with you each time you visit your primary health care provider or the Diabetes Management Centre. Things you can do to best manage your diabetes are listed. Contact information is also provided.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diabetes
- Diabetes management
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diabetes
- Specialty
- Endocrine System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides space for you to record important health information related to your diabetes. You should bring this record with you each time you visit your primary health care provider or the Diabetes Management Centre. Things you can do to best manage your diabetes are listed. Contact information is also provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diabetes Management Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 1037
Conseils aux parents pour les prises de sang : Pathologie et médecine de laboratoire
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36774
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2149
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant donne des conseils aux parents pour les prises de sang. Il contient des images des techniques de maintien réconfortantes « dos contre poitrine » et « poitrine contre poitrine ». Veuillez noter que certains sites de prélèvements sanguins de la Régie de la santé de la Nouvelle-Écosse ne sont pas en mesure de prélever du sang sur des patients de moins de 12 ans. Rendez-vous à www.nshealth.ca/blood-collection pour plus d’information. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Blood Col…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- Blood collection tips for parents : Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Blood Specimen Collection
- Child
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Blood--Collection and preservation
- Children
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant donne des conseils aux parents pour les prises de sang. Il contient des images des techniques de maintien réconfortantes « dos contre poitrine » et « poitrine contre poitrine ». Veuillez noter que certains sites de prélèvements sanguins de la Régie de la santé de la Nouvelle-Écosse ne sont pas en mesure de prélever du sang sur des patients de moins de 12 ans. Rendez-vous à www.nshealth.ca/blood-collection pour plus d’information.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Blood Collection Tips for Parents: Pathology and Laboratory Medicine" pamphlet 2089. This pamphlet provides blood collection tips for parents. Images of back-to-chest and chest-to-chest comfort hold techniques are included. Please note that some Nova Scotia Health Authority blood collection sites are not able to collect blood from patients under 12 years old. Visit www.nshealth.ca/blood-collection for more info.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Halifax
- Pamphlet Number
- 2149
Avant de faire le test du VIH
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37466
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. HIV Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2165
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
VIH signifie virus de l’immunodéficience humaine. Contrairement à d’autres virus, le corps ne peut pas se débarrasser du VIH. Le SIDA (syndrome d’immunodéficience acquise) survient lorsque le VIH détruit le système immunitaire, ce qui entraîne des infections et des cancers graves et potentiellement mortels. Le test de dépistage détecte uniquement le VIH, pas le SIDA. Ce dépliant explique ce qui suit : mode de propagation du VIH, avantages et inconvénients du test de dépistage, procédure du test…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. HIV Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Before your HIV test
- Before your human immunodeficiency virus test
- Before your AIDS test
- Before your acquired immunodeficiency syndrome test
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- HIV
- Subjects (LCSH)
- HIV infections
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- VIH signifie virus de l’immunodéficience humaine. Contrairement à d’autres virus, le corps ne peut pas se débarrasser du VIH. Le SIDA (syndrome d’immunodéficience acquise) survient lorsque le VIH détruit le système immunitaire, ce qui entraîne des infections et des cancers graves et potentiellement mortels. Le test de dépistage détecte uniquement le VIH, pas le SIDA. Ce dépliant explique ce qui suit : mode de propagation du VIH, avantages et inconvénients du test de dépistage, procédure du test, fiabilité du test, délai d’obtention du résultat du test et façon de communiquer le résultat, résultat négatif, positif et indéterminé, ainsi que personnes ayant accès aux résultats de votre test.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2122, "Before Your HIV Test". HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. Unlike some other viruses, the human body cannot get rid of HIV. This means that once you have HIV, you will have it for life. AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) happens when HIV destroys your immune system, leading to serious and life-threatening infections and cancers. An HIV test only checks for HIV. It does not test for AIDS. This pamphlet explains how HIV is spread, the pros and cons of being tested for HIV, how an HIV test is done, and whether the test is accurate. Info is also provided on how you will get your test result and how long it will take, and what negative, positive, and indeterminate test results mean. Info on who has access to your test results is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: HIV Clinic Staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 2165
