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Autism Information Services British Columbia (AISBC) [English] Permalink Public

A brochure with information about autism information services available in British Columbia. (English)

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https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/managing-...

Your Personal Health Information and Privacy Q&A [English] Permalink Public

Questions and Answers for BC Kidney Patients Kidney care services are delivered through dialysis units and chronic care clinics across the six BC health authorities. The BC Provincial Renal Agency (BCPRA), an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, has overall responsibility for planning and coordinating these services. Our goal is to ensure equitable access to high quality care no matter where patients live. The BCPRA must manage personal health information under the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). This Act makes the Agency and its staff accountable for how it collects, uses and discloses your personal information. (English)

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http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/B...

Respite Stay Summary (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Used by respite providers to report a summary of the client's stay in Respite Care. Shared with the client's Home Health Clinician. (English) Colour

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) factsheet (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

'Medical Assistance in Dying' (commonly called MAiD) is available along with other options for people who are approaching the end of their life. Other care can include keeping the person comfortable, controlling pain, and improving quality of life. This factsheet gives you basic information about MAiD. We encourage you to talk with your loved ones about your wishes. Whatever you decide, we are here to give you the care you need and honour your wishes. (English) Colour

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Surrey-Whalley Urgent and Primary Care Centre (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

Describes the difference between Urgent Primary Care and Emergency Care. Gives examples of when to use each service. The pamphlet outlines the services offered along with the 2 ways a person can be seen at the Urgent Primary Care Centre. (English) Colour

Syphilis in Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Syphilis is a serious infection. You can have syphilis and not know it. Syphilis can harm you and your baby. Congenital syphilis occurs when a mother with syphilis passes the infection on to her baby during pregnancy or at birth. If left untreated, syphilis can lead to premature birth, long-term neurological issues, bone deformities, deafness, or even stillbirth. (English)

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http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Resour...

Preventing and Treating Pain in Care Homes (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Information about pain in older adults when living in a care home. Includes information about pain, how pain is expressed especially when a person also has dementia, what happens to a person if pain is not treated, and different ways to treat pain. We include ways that family and friends can help. (English) Colour

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Caring for Your Baby at Risk of Substance Withdrawal: Eat - Sleep - Console [English] Permalink Public

This booklet will guide parents/caregivers of newborns affected by substance use during pregnancy to plan to care for their baby after birth. You learn how you can help your baby stay safe, solutions to common concerns (including those related to Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome), and how nurses will help during your hospital stay, or during your baby's hospital stay, by focusing on the baby's ability to eat, sleep, and be consoled. (English) Colour

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation - What to Expect (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Your care team recommended Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) as the best option for you. This means having your aortic valve replaced using this procedure. To get ready for your procedure, please read this booklet and share it with your family. (English) Colour

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation - An option for treating aortic stenosis (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This booklet describes what this procedure is and what to consider before deciding if a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) is a therapy you should consider. We hope it helps you understand how treatment recommendations are made and how you will be part of that process. Please read this booklet, share it with your family, and bring it with you when you come to the TAVI Clinic. (English) Colour