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Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (Ridge Meadows Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This breathing technique is used for clearing respiratory secretions in patients with breathing difficulties. Using this cycle instead of coughing alone is a good way to improve ventilation. (English) Colour

Respiratory Education: What you should know [English] Permalink Public

This brochure provides information about a respiratory education program about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) offered by community respiratory services in Fraser Health. (English) Colour

Living Well with Chronic Obstructed Pulmonary Disease - Summary Guide [English] Permalink Public

Anatomy and Physiology of COPD, Smoking and Lung Function, Factors that Can Make Symptoms Worse, Medications, Inhalation Techniques, Breathing Techniques, Positions to Reduce SOB, Coughing Techniques, Energy Conservation Principles, Stress Management, Relaxation Techniques, Healthy Lifestyle, Your Plan of Action. (English)

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Live Well Smoke-Free While in the Hospital (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

All Fraser Health facilities are smoke-free, both inside and outside. While in our care, we will help you to find alternatives to smoking, as well as help relieve any discomfort you might feel from nicotine withdrawal. (English) Colour

Nicotine Replacement Therapy and Stop Smoking Medications (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet contains information on nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) such as nicotine patch, gum, lozenge, and inhaler, and stop smoking cessation medications. (English) Colour

Clean Air for My Child and Me (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

The smoke from one cigarette can stay in a room for hours, even if a window is open. Many of the toxic chemicals remain in the air as well as in the carpets, curtains, furniture, and clothes. Because babies and children crawl on the floor and place their hands in their mouth, they are exposed to more second-hand smoke chemicals than adults. (English) Colour

Safer Series Card - Screens [English] Permalink Public

Explains how screens are a safer alternative to using Brillo. Provides 3 safer ways to use in crackpipes. Also has support line numbers to call in British Columbia. (English) Colour