Patient Education Resources

After a Cancer Diagnosis: Engaging in Physical Activity is Important! (HRM)

This pamphlet lists ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely for people living within the Halifax Regional Municipality.

After a Cancer Diagnosis: The 5 Ws for Physical Activity

This pamphlet outlines benefits of physical activity, when in your treatment to start being more physically active, and types of activities to consider. It includes suggestions for different levels of exercise, different tools that can be used, and programs provided by the hospital.

After a Liver Transplant - Changes in Your Mental Health

This pamphlet explains how having a liver transplant may affect your mental health.

After a Nerve Block for Chronic Pain

This pamphlet explains what to expect after a nerve block for chronic pain. Topics include pain, activities, and medications and blood sugar levels.

After Corticosteroid Injection

This medicine is used to treat discomfort, pain, and/or swelling. Tips for handling discomfort at the injection site are given.

After Dental Extractions or Wisdom Teeth Removal

This pamphlet explains what to expect after having surgery to remove teeth. Topics include: pain, controlling bleeding and swelling, hygiene, eating and drinking, infection, and more. This pamphlet is also available in French.

After Ear Surgery - QE II

This pamphlet explains what to expect after ear surgery. Topics include medication, care at home, and follow-up. Symptoms that need medical care are listed.

After Ear Surgery: Valley Regional Hospital

This pamphlet explains what to expect after ear surgery and how to care for yourself at home.

After Glaucoma Surgery

This pamphlet explains what a trabeculectomy and a shunt procedure are, and what will happen after the surgery. This pamphlet is also available in French.

After Knee Replacement Surgery: 1 to 12 Weeks

This pamphlet explains what to expect for the first 1 to 12 weeks after knee replacement surgery. Topics include how to help control pain and swelling, using a walking aid, what to do when you are sitting or resting, and goals for weeks 8 and 12.