Sick Day Management

PL-0263: This pamphlet is part of the Diabetes in Children and Youth Series. This pamphlet explains how to manage sick days when you are diabetic. Tips on what your child should eat and drink while sick are listed as well as information about when you should take them to the Emergency Department.

Managing Weight Loss in Parkinson's Disease

If you are experiencing weight loss because of your Parkinson's disease, this pamphlet gives ways to add more calories.

The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™ - Lunenburg and Queens Counties

INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.

Pilonidal Sinus Surgery

A pilonidal (“pie-low-NIE-dul”) sinus is when hairs grow under the skin between your buttocks (bum cheeks). You may need surgery if the area becomes infected. Topics include what will happen after surgery and symptoms that need medical help right away.

Myasthenia Gravis (MG)

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic (ongoing) neuromuscular disorder that causes weakness in your voluntary muscles (muscles you can control). This pamphlet explains what causes MG, what the symptoms are, and how it is diagnosed and treated. A list of resources is included.

The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™ - Antigonish County, Guysborough County, and Part of Richmond County (Including St. Peter's)

INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.

The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™ - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) and Richmond County to St. Peter’s

INSPIRED helps people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by providing COPD information and support, a “COPD Action Plan” to help manage flare-ups, suggesting programs and services that may help, and a chance to consider your goals of care and complete a Personal Directive document.