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Royal City Kidney Care Centre (New Westminster) [English] Permalink Public

This booklet includes information for newly referred CKD patients on their first meeting at the Kidney Care Centre. (English) Colour

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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Surrey Kidney Care Centre (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

This booklet includes information for newly referred CKD patients on their first meeting at the Kidney Care Centre. (English) Colour

Frequently Asked Questions about Stopping Dialysis Treatment [English] Permalink Public

‎For any patient on dialysis, there may come a time when he or she may feel that dialysis no longer improves their quality of life or meets their personal and health care goals. If this happens, the patient has the right to discontinue dialysis treatments and opt for conservative care. This booklet describes what to consider. (English)

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Placing a Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter [English] Permalink Public

Describes how to care for yourself after a peritoneal dialysis catheter has been put in place either in the Peritoneal Dialysis Unit or the Operating Room. (English) Colour

Hemodialysis Eating Guidelines (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

When you are on hemodialysis, you might need to follow some or all of these guidelines for sodium, fluids, protein, phosphorus, and potassium. Your dietitian works with you to plan a diet that is specific to your needs. (English) Colour