QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department is working with reduced space, which may lead to delays for those with less urgent concerns. Learn more here.
Starting Saturday, December 14, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department will change to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.
This pamphlet explains how Spiritual Care can help patients and families of any ethnic or religious background.
Lymphedema is swelling that can happen if your lymphatic system is not working properly. This pamphlet lists those who are at risk, the symptoms, and how to manage lymphedema.
During your systemic therapy treatment, a rare complication may have occurred called extravasation. This is when a drug leaks out of the vein and under the skin. This pamphlet outlines what to do if this happens, including skin care, treatment, and other things to know.
Noona® is an online system that helps you connect with your cancer care team. You can use it to see your upcoming appointments, report your symptoms and tell us information about your wellbeing. This pamphlet explains how to use Noona®.
The Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program has a library of education resources that have been created with cancer patients, their families, and the public in mind. Links and QR codes to the patient education pamphlet library and the video library are provided.
Some colorectal cancer is hereditary (passed down through a family). This pamphlet lists the signs of hereditary colorectal cancer, how to be tested, and the conditions for testing if colorectal cancer is hereditary.
This pamphlet answers common questions about HDR brachytherapy (vault procedure) given for gynecological cancers. It explains what it is, what will happen on the day of treatment, how is the treatment done, and what happens after.
This pamphlet explains what to do if you have new symptoms or if your symptoms get worse while you are being investigated for lung cancer.
Immune checkpoint inhibitors work by helping your own immune system to work harder or smarter to attack cancer cells. This pamphlet explains how cancer affects your immune system, what CPIs are, and precautions to take.
If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), your health care provider may order erythropoieis-stimulating agent (ESA) medications for you. This pamphlet explains the risks and benefits of ESAs if you have CKD and active cancer, or a history of cancer or stroke.