Patient Education Resources

Infliximab Therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Treatment with infliximab may help you manage your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet describes what IBD is, what infliximab is and how to use it, and possible side effects.

Influenza Vaccine Information & Aftercare: Influenza vaccine for people aged 6 months and older

This resource explains what influenza is, what the influenza vaccine is, who should get and not get the vaccine, and possible side effects and risks of the vaccine.

Information About the Lung Screening Program

Nova Scotia’s Lung Screening Program is for people who want to lower 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: Breast Cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the Breast

This pamphlet answers common questions about receiving radiation therapy for breast cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the breast. Topics include why radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer or DCIS, how long your treatments will take, and common side effects. Also includes information on male breast cancer [previously found in NSCCP-1686].

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 when radiation treatment is given to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes why and when someone may get 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: 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.