This pamphlet provides instructions on what dialysis patients should do if an emergency prevents them from starting or finishing their dialysis treatment at home or attending an appointment for dialysis. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Cystitis is an irritation and inflammation of the bladder lining. This is a common side effect when radiation treatment is given to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes symptoms of cystitis, when it can happen, and what to do if you think you have it.
Diarrhea is a common side effect when radiation treatment is given to the pelvis. This pamphlet describes why and when someone may get diarrhea and how to treat it. It includes details on diet changes that may help.
This pamphlet lists things that can raise your risk of prostate cancer, what testosterone is, how hormone therapy works for prostate cancer, and possible side effects.
This pamphlet describes what to expect when you visit the Emergency Department (ED) at Fishermen's Memorial Hospital. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Blood pressure is the force of blood on the walls of your arteries as it moves. This pamphlet explains what high blood pressure is, how it is measured, and treatment.
Ce document explique ce que sont la vésicule biliaire et les calculs biliaires (pierres), pourquoi vous avez besoin d’une chirurgie de la vésicule biliaire et ce qui va se passer pendant et après l’opération. This pamphlet is also available in English.