Routine IT maintenance on Wednesday, December 17 will cause service interruptions between midnight and 6:00am affecting the YourHealthNS app and on-line appointment booking including COVID-19 testing, blood collection, X-Ray, EKG and the Need a Family Practice Registry. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Condoms are birth control devices that prevent semen (the fluid that contains sperms) from entering a vagina or an anus. When semen is released inside a vagina, it may reach an egg and fertilize it, causing a pregnancy. This pamphlet explains what internal and external condoms are, how they work, what to do if a condom breaks, and what to do if your partner does not want to use a condom.
The team at Harbourview Lodge supports elders’ decisions to have intimate relationships. We promote a respectful and non-judgmental environment. This pamphlet explains why expressing sexuality is an important part of the aging process.
Iron is a mineral that the body needs to make red blood cells. This pamphlet outlines the symptoms of iron deficiency, treatment, and information about intravenous (I.V.) iron infusions.
This pamphlet explains the procedure to get intravenous (I.V.) iron infusions to treat iron deficiency (low iron levels).
IVIG is a collection of antibodies, which help your body fight infection. This pamphlet explains how IVIG is given, benefits, and possible side effects.
This pamphlet gives information about involuted and ingrown toenails, including what causes them, what the symptoms are, and how they are treated.
Le présent dépliant explique le glaucome et l'iridotomie au laser. Il décrit la préparation au traitement, le traitement et les soins après l’intervention. Les complications possibles sont aussi indiquées. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Your health care provider has recommended you take intravenous (I.V.) iron infusion therapy to help your body make hemoglobin if you do not have enough iron in your blood. This pamphlet explains how iron infusions are given, possible side effects, and signs of an allergic reaction.
If your loved one is confused, they may have a medical condition called delirium. Delirium causes problems with thinking and understanding. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of delirium and how support persons can support a person who has delirium.
This pamphlet explains how tobacco use can affect cancer, cancer treatment, and other diseases. Available supports are listed.