Patient Education Resources

Quitting Smoking to Lower Your Risk of Cervical Cancer

This pamphlet explains the impact of smoking on your chances of getting cervical cancer, what nicotine replacement therapy is, medications that are available to help you quit smoking, and more.

Radical Prostatectomy

This pamphlet explains what to expect after you have a radical prostatectomy. A radical prostatectomy is a surgery to remove the prostate gland, part of the urethra, and the seminal vesicles. Topics include how the surgery is done, what to expect before and after surgery, caring for your incision, catheter, care at home, incontinence, impotence, and symptoms to watch for.

Semen Collection - Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Halifax Area

Step-by-step instructions are given for collecting your semen. The pamphlet also answers common questions you may have about collecting your semen. The location for sample drop-offs is provided.

Semen Collection - South Shore Regional Hospital

This pamphlet gives instructions to collect a semen sample. Drop-off site locations and hours are included.

Sex? - A Healthy Sexuality Resource

This booklet contains information about sexual health, relationships, sexual assault, sexually transmitted infections, and how to prevent pregnancy. Printed copies are distributed through schools to Grade 7 students.

Sexual Health After a Spinal Cord Injury

After a spinal cord injury (SCI), you may have a lot of questions about your sexual health. Your rehabilitation (rehab) team is available to talk with you about any questions or concerns you may have. This pamphlet answers common questions.

Sexual Problems and Prostate Cancer

Tips to help manage or cope with sexual changes you may experience with prostate cancer. A list of resources is also provided.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Clinic (VG Site, QE II)

This pamphlet gives information about the Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Clinic in Halifax. It explains what an STI is, how we test for and treat STIs, how to make an appointment at the clinic, and what to do if you want to be screened for STIs.

Stem Cell Collection from Your Baby’s Cord Blood - Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Your health care team at Yarmouth Regional Hospital is happy to help with collecting stem cell samples from your baby's cord blood. This pamphlet explains what you need to know when getting ready for stem cell collection from your baby's cord blood.

Stillbirth - Yarmouth Regional Hospital

This pamphlet answers some common questions you may have after a stillbirth. It also includes a list of books for suggested reading and a list of support groups.