Patient Education Resources

A Guide for Patients Being Investigated for Lung Cancer

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.

A Self-Monitoring Guide for Patients Receiving Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors

This pamphlet has information about the possible side effects while being treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, a type of immunotherapy.

Abdominal Wall Fat Pad Biopsy

In an abdominal wall fat pad biopsy, a very thin needle is used to collect a few small fat droplets from the fat pad under the skin. The droplets are then sent to a lab for examination.

Accommodations near QEII and Cape Breton Cancer Centres

If you are a resident of Nova Scotia, are receiving outpatient treatment at the QEII Cancer Care Program and live more than 50 kms one way from the hospital, accommodations will be provided for you and a support person. This pamphlet lists locations that are part of the Accommodations Program.

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 Your Renal Mass Ablation (RMA)

This pamphlet explains what to expect after you have a renal mass ablation. This is a procedure used to treat small kidney tumours. Topics include why you need this surgery, what happens during and after surgery, activity, medications, caring for your incision, symptoms to watch for, and follow-up care.

Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant - Victoria General (VG) Site, QE II

This pamphlet gives information about having a stem cell transplant using stem cells from a donor. It gives information about stem cell transplants, the phases of allogeneic stem cell transplant, outpatient care, caring for yourself at home, and lifestyle changes. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant Discharge Instructions - Victoria General (VG) Site, QE II

This pamphlet explains what to expect when you are discharged after an allogeneic stem cell transplant. Topics include preventing complications, medications, outpatient care, going back to work, and vaccinations. Information on safe food handling is also given. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Autologous Stem Cell Transplant - Victoria General (VG) Site, QE II

This pamphlet gives information about having a stem cell transplant using your own stem cells. It gives information about stem cell transplants, the phases of autologous stem cell transplant, outpatient care, caring for yourself at home, and lifestyle changes.