QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department is working with reduced space, which may lead to delays for those with less urgent concerns. Learn more here.
Nova Scotia Health has made changes to parking and the main entrance of the QEII Halifax Infirmary. Learn more.
An epidural is a way to give you pain medication after surgery. This pamphlet explains why you may need an epidural, if you will still have pain with an epidural, and possible side effects. This pamphlet is also available in French.
A hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small device made of flexible plastic with a hormone called levonorgestrel. The hormone changes the lining of your uterus to stop sperm from reaching the egg. This pamphlet explains how it works, how well it works, pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is inserted, what happens after, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet explains what hospital pharmacy services are available. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet explains how to use steroid ointment to lower inflammation caused by a skin condition on your vulva. This pamphlet is also available in French.
When a drug spill happens at home, there are some things you need to do to keep the people in your home safe. This pamphlet gives step by step instructions to clean up a chemotherapy drug spill at home.
This pamphlet explains how a nerve block works, how to deal with your catheter, what you need to know about the numbing medicine, and care at home.
This pamphlet explains how to use your metered dose inhaler and how to maintain it. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet includes how to use your MDI, how to take care of it, medication tips, examples of puffers used with a spacer device, and important reminders about MDIs. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet lists the supplies you will need, and the steps to prepare and give yourself an injection of hydrocortisone.
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.