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 outlines why having a full bladder is needed for cancer treatments and simulation marking appointments. It provides instructions on how to make sure you have a full bladder for every appointment.
This pamphlet explains what Hand and Foot Syndrome is. A list of its symptoms and how to manage them is listed.
This pamphlet explains what to expect while receiving high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy treatment for prostate cancer. Topics include how to prepare for your treatment, how brachytherapy treatment is delivered, possible side effects, and how you will know if the treatment worked.
This pamphlet gives information about your gynecologic oncology surgery. There is space for you to fill in information for you and your health care team. Please bring this passport with you to your pre-admission appointment and on the day of your surgery.
You have been prescribed a drug for your cancer that can be given at home using a needle. Your cancer care team will give you the supplies needed to do this safely. This pamphlet explains how to give yourself the drug, including what to do before you start, how to get ready for the injection, choosing and preparing the injection site, and injecting the dose.
This pamphlet describes how radiation therapy works, why it has been recommended for you, and the different types of radiation treatment. Other information like how to get ready for each treatment, how long and how often the treatment will take place, and how to manage side effects, is also listed.
La plus fréquente du cancer de la bouche est le tabagisme. Dans cette brochure, vous trouverez des renseignements sur les nombreuses façons dont le cancer de la bouche peut se développer, ainsi que ses symptômes. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Many people worry about how much they will have to pay for their cancer medications. This pamphlet explains what support is available if you do not have an insurance plan. It explains how to find out if your insurance plan or the Nova Scotia Pharmacare plan will cover your medications. Other topics include what you can do if your medications are not covered, and what to do if you are still having trouble getting your medications.
This pamphlet describes the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) sometimes caused by cancer treatment, and outlines treatment and coping strategies.
This pamphlet describes Dexamethasone/Decadron® for brain cancer treatment. Topics include why and how it is used, possible side effects, and safe use.