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My Voice in Action: A Workbook for Advance Care Planning EASY READ Version [English] Permalink Public

An EASY READ version of our interactive workbook that accompanies the My Voice guide. It is a supportive, fill in the blank style booklet to guide adults through the reflective process of advance care planning. It acts as a record for initial ACP thoughts and encourages further education/conversation and regular revisions. This easy read version is to support any adult that may process information differently for whatever reason (ie. adults with disabilities, adults living with neurological disorders, adults living with aphasia, adults with early/mild dementia). (English) Colour

Fallopian Tube and Ovary Surgery [English] Permalink Public

About your surgery and recovery from one of these surgeries: remove one of both fallopian tubes (salpingectomy), remove one or both ovaries (oophorectomy), or remove both the fallopian tube and ovary on one or both sides (salpingo-oophorectomy). (English) Black & White

How to Take Opioid Pain Medicine After Surgery (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

There are many ways you can help ease your pain. You have been prescribed an opioid medicine. This factsheet explains how to ease your pain after surgery, how to take opioids safely, and what side effects to watch for. We also give you added safety tips for opioid medicines. (English) Colour

Dementia and Falling - In Long-Term Care (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

People with dementia have a greater chance of falling while in Long-Term Care. The sheet explains what you can do to keep active and stay safe. There is also information for family and friends on how they can help keep you safe. (English) Colour

What to do with Heart Failure Medications if I am Sick [English] Permalink Public

Information for patients who have heart failure and what to do when they are sick. Adapted from the 2020 Canadian Cardiovascular Society Heart Failure and Diabetes Canada Guidelines by RxFiles (English)

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https://www.rxfiles.ca/RxFiles/uploads/documents/H...

BC Seniors' Guide, 11th edition [English] Permalink Public

To order a free print copy of the BC Seniors' Guide, contact the Office of the Seniors Advocate, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call toll-free: 1-877-952-3181 In Victoria, call: 250-952-3181 (English)

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https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/people/seniors/a...

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BC Elders' Guide, 1st edition [English] Permalink Public

To obtain a print copy of the BC Elder’s Guide, please contact the First Nations Health Authority at 604-693-6500 or toll free 1-866-913-0033. (English)

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https://www.fnha.ca/WellnessSite/WellnessDocuments...

After your Transfusion: What to Watch out for [English] Permalink Public

You had a transfusion today. Sometimes, people have a reaction soon after leaving the hospital, or up to 14 days later. With this in mind, you should know what to watch for and when to get help. (English) Colour

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Extreme Heat and Tips for Staying Cool [English] Permalink Public

Explains heat-related illnesses, who is at risk, what to watch for, and what to do. Gives tips for staying cool and safe in extreme heat conditions. (English) Colour

Having an Endovaginal Ultrasound Scan [English] Permalink Public

You are having a special type of pelvic ultrasound. This sheet tells you what to expect. We review it in more detail before the scan. (English) Colour

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