Patient Education Resources

Some Ways to Stay Healthy

A list of cancer screening resources is given.

Sonde de GEP (gastrostomie endoscopique percutanée) - Site VG

Ce dépliant explique pourquoi vous pourriez avoir besoin d'une sonde d'alimentation et comment la sonde est mise en place. Il fournit des détails sur la façon de se préparer à l'intervention, sur ce qui vous attend après la mise en place de la sonde et sur la manière de prendre soin de votre sonde de GEP à la maison. This pamphlet is also available in English, Simplified Chinese, and Arabic.

Soothers - Cape Breton Regional Hospital

This pamphlet gives information about soother use. Topics include breastfeeding, risks, tips before offering a soother, things to keep in mind, and care instructions. Contact information for more support is also included.

Soutien aux frères et sœurs d’un enfant diabétique

PL-1287-FR : Ce dépliant fait partie de la série sur le diabète chez les enfants et les jeunes.

Special Occasions - Diabetes in Children and Youth

PL-0195: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet has tips on how to enjoy special occasions while keeping blood glucose in your target range. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Spinal Cord Compression

This pamphlet explains what happens when a tumour growing in the bones of the spine starts to press on the spinal cord (the nerve structure in your back). This condition is called spinal cord compression. Symptoms and treatments are listed.

Spinal Cord Stimulation - QE II

This pamphlet gives information about a method of pain control called spinal cord stimulation. It explains the 3 steps of spinal cord stimulation, what to expect before and after your surgery, care at home, and signs of infection.

Spine Surgery Discharge Instructions

This pamphlet gives instructions to follow once you are discharged from the hospital after spine surgery. Topics include controlling pain, caring for your incision (cut), activity, and follow-up appointment. Symptoms that need medical help right away are listed.

Spiritual Care - Colchester East Hants Health Centre (CEHHC)

Colchester East Hants Health Centre (CEHHC) provides spiritual care for patients and their loved ones requesting this service. What you can expect from this service as well as situations spiritual care staff can help you with are outlined. The Prayer Room location is listed. Contact information is also provided.

Sputum Collection - South Shore Regional Hospital

Step-by-step instructions are provided to collect a sputum sample. Drop-off site locations and hours are included.