Patient Education Resources

Information About the Lung Screening Program

Nova Scotia’s Lung Screening Program is for people who want to reduce their lung cancer risk. This pamphlet explains who can be screened and how the program works. Contact information is included.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy Treatment to the Pelvis

This pamphlet explains what to expect when receiving radiation therapy treatment to the pelvis. Topics include how long your radiation treatments will take and common side effects.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Brain Tumours

The Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program not only treats cancerous brain tumours but also non-cancerous brain tumors. This pamphlet contains information for patients with both conditions and their treatments.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Cystitis

Cystitis is an irritation and inflammation of the bladder lining. This is a common side effect when radiation treatment is given to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes symptoms of cystitis, when it can happen, and what to do if you think you have it.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a common side effect of radiation treatment to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes why and when someone may have diarrhea and how to treat it. It includes details on diet changes that may help.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: External Beam Treatment for Prostate Cancer

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.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Total Marrow Irradiation (TMI)

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, and available supports.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Treatment to the Abdomen

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.

Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Treatment to the Chest Area

This pamphlet gives information for patients receiving radiation therapy to the chest area. Topics include what will happen on the day I come for my simulation markings appointment, possible side effects, and how the treatments will affect your sexuality.

Information on Vaginal Dilators and Lubricants Following Radiation Therapy to the Pelvis

This pamphlet provides some examples of dilators and lubricants that can be used for vaginal dilation after pelvic radiation.