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.

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine and Cancer: Third Doses

This pamphlet explains whether you will need a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine if you have had 2 doses of COVID-19 vaccine.

The 'Flu Shot' -- Information for Cancer Patients, Survivors and Family Members

Patients currently on treatment for cancer should have the flu shot with an inactive (not live) vaccine. This pamphlet explains if the flu shot will protect you from getting the flu, when and where to get it, and what to do if you have flu symptoms.

Cervical Cancer Screening: A Guide to Your Pap Test Results

A Pap test checks for cell changes on the cervix and is an important screening test for cervical cancer. This pamphlet explains the different results and next steps.

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.

Radiation Therapy: Breast Cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the Breast

This pamphlet answers common questions about receiving radiation therapy for breast cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the breast. Topics include why radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer or DCIS, and what to expect from treatments.

Notice of Discharge from Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program

This pamphlet explains what will happen when you are discharged from the Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program. Information about what to do if you do not have a primary care provider is given. A list of resources is included.

Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR) Information for Prostate Cancer Patients

This pamphlet explains how stereotactic ablative body radiotherapy (SABR) for prostate cancer works, how to get ready for your treatment, what will happen during your treatment sessions, and what to expect after your treatments are finished.

Even After a Cancer Diagnosis: It's Never Too Late To Be Active

This pamphlet outlines the benefits of being active, goal setting, and how it can affect cancer treatment. A list of supports are available to you is also included.