Surgery is the most common treatment for cancer. The type of surgery depends on the type of cancer and where it is. This pamphlet gives basic information on how the surgery works, the side effects, how to cope, and questions to ask your health care team.
Systemic therapy includes chemotherapy drugs, hormones, and biological therapies. This pamphlet details how systemic therapy works, how it is given, how long the treatment can last, and the side effects.
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a condition that can happen to anyone who uses cannabis (marijuana), especially people who use it regularly. This pamphlet provides information about treatment, as well as what to do if you need help.
Ce dépliant explique pourquoi on vous a prescrit un cannabinoïde, la quantité et la façon de prendre ce médicament, les effets secondaires et la manière de rester en sécurité lorsque vous prenez ce médicament. This pamphlet is also available in English.
This pamphlet explains why you have been prescribed a cannabinoid for pain management, how much of this medication to take and how to take it, side effects, and how to stay safe when taking this medication. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Capsule endoscopy is an exam of the digestive tract that involves swallowing a capsule containing a camera and light. This pamphlet explains how to prepare for the test, as well as what to expect during and after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French.
On parle d’une cataracte quand le cristallin de votre œil devient trouble ou opaque avec le temps. La présente brochure explique comment se préparer, ce qui se passe pendant le traitement et à quoi s’attendre après. On y présente aussi une liste des complications possibles. This pamphlet is also available in English.
PL-1244: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet has questions to help you practice how to count carbohydrates (carbs).
PL-0238: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. Carbohydrate (“carb”) counting is a way of meal planning to help manage your blood glucose. This pamphlet explains what a carb is, what foods contain carbs, and how to count carbs.
This test shows how well your arteries, heart muscle, and valves are working. This pamphlet describes how the test is done, getting ready for the test, and what will happen on the day of the test, and aftercare. This pamphlet is also available in French.