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Resources for People with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
What is COPD? The airways in the lungs become inflamed and obstructed or blocked. This makes it difficult to move the air out of your lungs. COPD incudes two major breathing diseases: Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema. You may be at risk or have COPD if you are or were a smoker; have a cough with mucous that won't go away...have frequent chest infections...experience shortness of breath while doing simple activities. (English) Colour
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254712Live Well Smoke and Vape Free: Long-Term Care Care (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
This brochure provides information on alternatives to smoking to help relieve any discomfort you might feel from nicotine withdrawal. (English) Colour
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255223Tracheostomy [English] Permalink Public
Information for people who are critically ill and need a tracheostomy. Describes what a tracheostomy is, why it is done, who does it, whether it is permanent or not, and who cares for it. (English) Colour
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266310About Pneumonia - Long-Term Care [English] Permalink Public
Pneumonia (say new-moan-yah) is an infection in one or both lungs. This can be a serious health problem for older adults. This pamphlet describes the signs of pneumonia, how it is treated in the care home, and ways to prevent pneumonia. (English) Colour
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