Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. 9A General Surgery Unit. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

0738

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This pamphlet outlines what to expect as an inpatient on 9A, a General Surgery Unit. Topics include: accommodations, visiting hours, family accomodations, planning for disharge, meals, valuables and belongings, who is on your health care team, and morning rounds. Parking, phone and TV services, amenities, and other general information is outlined.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1093

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A non-tunneled hemodialysis catheter is a special tube made of plastic. It is used for hemodialyis treatment. This pamphlet explains the procedure for having a non-tunneled hemodialysis cathether inserted. Topics include: why the catheter is used, how long it can stay in place, how it is inserted, what will happen after the procedure, and how to care for your catheter at home. The pamphlet also explains what to do if the catheter falls out.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Communications. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1622

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Nova Scotia Health is pleased to offer 3 room options during your hospital stay. When you are admitted to the hospital, or during the pre-admission process, you will be asked to complete a room options form. This pamphlet provides answers to some common questions patients and families have about the costs and steps for requesting a semi-private or private room. The French version of this pamphlet 1629, "Les types de chambres à l’hôpital", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet 2…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Collaborative IBD Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1623

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Vedolizumab (Entyvio®) is given to manage inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ulcerative colitis, or Crohn's disease. This pamphlet gives you information about vedolizumab to help you make an informed decision about whether or not to use it. Topics include: a brief description of the medicine, who can take it, how it works, how it is given, how long you will need to take it, cost, precautions, and side effects. A list of symptoms to watch out for is listed. Other important things to know when und…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

0651

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A fistula gives access to your bloodstream for hemodialysis. It is made by joining an artery and a vein during surgery. This pamphlet explains the surgery for having an arteriovenous fistula created in your forearm. Topics include: when is my fistula ready to use, after surgery, exercising, and how to care for your fistula. This pamphlet explains what to do if you have bleeding at the site, and a list of symptoms that need medical attention right away.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Gynecolposcopy Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1625

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This sheet provides general skin care instructions for after a vulvar biopsy or vulvar excision.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Pharmacy Services. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1627

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Aripiprazole is most often used to treat psychosis. It is also used to treat mania and sometimes depression. This pamphlet explains how to take aripiprazole, how it helps, how quickly it will work, how long you should take it, and possible side effects. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Communications. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1629

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Santé Nouvelle-Écosse a le plaisir de vous offrir trois (3) types de chambres pour votre séjour à l’hôpital. Lors de votre admission à l’hôpital ou durant le processus de préadmission, on vous demandera de remplir un formulaire pour choisir la chambre que vous souhaitez avoir. La présente publication répond à certaines questions que les patients et leur famille se posent au sujet du coût d’une chambre individuelle ou d’une chambre à deux lits, et des démarches pour en demander une. ; This pamph…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Physiotherapy. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

0921

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This pamphlet explains how to do exercises to strengthen your hip, including tubing exercises. Stretching guidelines and images of each exercise are included.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. prideHealth. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1634

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prideHealth works to improve access to safe, coordinated, comprehensive primary health care for people who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This one-page pamphlet gives an outline of services provided by prideHealth.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Pharmacy Services. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1639

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Risperidone is most often used to treat psychosis or mania. It is also used to treat some symptoms of dementia. This pamphlet explains how to take risperidone, how it helps, how quickly it will work, how long you should take it, and possible side effects. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. General Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

0577

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This pamphlet explains what to expect after rectal surgery. Topics include how to care for your incision (cut), how to control your pain after surgery, what you should eat and drink after surgery, what you can do to prevent constipation (not being able to poop), when you can go back to your usual activities, and follow-up. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Otolaryngology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

0439

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Total laryngectomy is the removal of your larynx (voice box). Your larynx is being removed because it has a disease (like cancer). Your usual way of talking will change after your surgery. This pamphlet explains what to expect before, the morning of, and right after your surgery. Other topics include what to expect at home, protecting yourself from the flu, stoma and laryngectomy tube care, supplies, humidity, speech rehabilitation, nutrition, follow-up, and symptoms that require medical attent…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1084

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Corrective jaw surgery corrects jaw deformities. This is done to prevent damage to your jaw joints, teeth, and muscles. Corrective jaw surgery is also used to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This pamphlet explains what to expect on the day of your surgery, right after your surgery, and at home. Topics include prescriptions, oral (mouth) hygiene, eating guidelines, activity, lip and jaw exercises, elastics, nasal congestion, scissors, nosebleeds, infection, and vomiting. A discharge checkli…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Roseway Hospital. Rehabilitation Services. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1668

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Plantar fasciitis is inflammation (swelling, redness) of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a long band of fibers that goes from your toes to your heel. It helps support the arch of your foot and absorbs shock. Plantar fasciitis is caused by repeated tears in the plantar fascia. Over time, these small tears cause inflammation (swelling). Topics include: what increases your risk, prevention, heel spurs, and physiotherapy exercises (with images) to increase flexibility and decrease heel pa…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiac Services. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

0707

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This pamphlet will help you learn about having a coronary intervention. Topics include: what a coronary intervention is and how it is done, what a stent is, risks, how to get ready, taking usual medications, whether you can eat or drink beforehand, what happens the day of the procedure, what to expect during recovery (complete bedrest, preventing bleeding, what you can eat, easing back pain, going to the bathroom, IV's, family visits, getting out of bed, etc.). A list of symptoms to watch for i…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Pharmacy Services. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1669

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Olanzapine is most often used to treat psychosis or mania. This pamphlet explains how to take olanzapine, how it helps, how quickly it will work, how long you should take it, and possible side effects. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Communications. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1681

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This brochure gives an overview of the most common fees associated with your care at any hospital in the Annapolis Valley, South Shore, or South West area if you are an out-of-country visitor. The French version of this pamphlet 1682, "Frais médicaux pour les visiteurs de l’extérieur du pays : Vallée de l’Annapolis, Rive-Sud, Sud-Ouest", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Communications. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1683

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This brochure gives an overview of the most common fees associated with your care at any hospital in the Cape Breton, Guysborough, or Antigonish area if you are an out-of-country visitor. The French version of this pamphlet 1684, "Frais médicaux pour les visiteurs de l’extérieur du pays : Cap-Breton, Guysborough, Antigonish", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Communications. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2022.

Pamphlet Number

1685

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This brochure gives an overview of the most common fees associated with your care at any hospital in the Colchester East Hants, Cumberland, or Pictou area if you are an out-of-country visitor. The French version of this pamphlet 1686, "Frais médicaux pour les visiteurs de l’extérieur du pays : Colchester-East Hants, Cumberland, Pictou", is also available.