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Why Clean Your Mouth Regularly (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

It is important to keep your mouth clean while in the hospital because cleaning removes germs that can cause chest and mouth infections. (English) Colour

Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter [English] Permalink Public

This booklet includes What is ‘atrial fibrillation’? What is ‘atrial flutter’?, Is Afib/flutter harmful?, What can trigger Afib/flutter?, What causes Afib/flutter?, What can Afib/flutter feel like?, How is Afib/flutter treated?, What about preventing a stroke?, What can I do to help my heart?, What if I get an Afib/flutter episode?, When should I get help?, My Afib/flutter management plan, Living well with Afib/flutter, Questions you might want to ask. (English)

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Five Advance Care Planning Steps (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Advance care planning is for everyone at any age or stage of their health care journey. It's never too early to start thinking about your future health. (English) Colour

Five Advance Care Planning Steps (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Advance care planning is for everyone at any age or stage of their health care journey. It's never too early to start thinking about your future health. (English) Black & White

Guide to Heart-Healthy Label Reading (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet explains how to read the Nutrition Facts label found on food items and includes definitions for the specific terms that are used. (English) Colour

This factsheet is part of Heart Healthy Nutrition (262584).

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Heart Healthy Restaurant Eating (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Restaurant meals and fast foods are always higher in salt, sugar, and fat than home-cooked meals. Learn how to make healthier choices when eating out by following these tips. (English) Colour

This factsheet is part of Heart Healthy Nutrition (262584).

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Heart Healthy Eating Guidelines [English] Permalink Public

General tips and guidelines for eating foods that are heart healthy. Also includes what foods you need to limit or stay away from to reduce your risk of heart disease. (English) Colour

This factsheet is part of Heart Healthy Nutrition (262584).

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Fats in Food (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Fat is an important part of a healthy diet. However, some are healthy fats and some are not. This fact sheet shows you the fats you can eat often, eat once in a while, and not eat at all. It also includes information about the different kinds of fats in your body and how to lower your risk of heart disease. (English) Colour

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Limiting Sodium (Salt) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Too much sodium in your diet increases your risk for heart disease, heart failure, stroke, and kidney stones. This fact sheet gives you information about salt substitutes, how to avoid salt, reading nutrition labels, and tips for seasoning without salt. (English) Colour

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Medical Order for Scope of Treatment (MOST) [Punjabi] Permalink Public

About cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other medical directions: A doctor’s order can be created based on Advance Care Planning conversations between you and your doctor. You keep it and take with you to medical appointments and the hospital if you visit the emergency department or are admitted. The order provides information to health care providers about your wishes and health care goals. (Punjabi) Colour

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