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Checklist for Choosing A Safe Dialysis Unit (for patients dialyzing outside of Canada) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This checklist is provided to dialysis patients to guide them when choosing a dialysis unit for treatment( to help prevent contracting certain infections, such as Hepatitis B, C and other infections) when they are travelling to India and other countries. The checklist is given to patients in conjuction with a letter. (English) Colour

This factsheet is a package that contains the following individual information sheets: Letter to Patients Dialyzing Outside of Canada (264194).

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English (264195), Chinese - Traditional (264140), Hindi (264142), Punjabi (264141)

Common South Asian Snacks [English] Permalink Public

List of South Asian foods broken down by available carbohydrates, protein, fat, and calories. (English) Colour

Carbohydrate Choices [English] Permalink Public

An introduction to carbohydrate counting, including a list of food choices containing approximately 15 grams of carbohydrates and recommended amounts to have daily. Includes a menu for small and larger appetites. (English) Colour

Suggestions to Help You Manage Your Health [English] Permalink Public

A worksheet to help you manage nutrition, physical activity, medication, and other areas of health. (English) Colour

Caring For Your Feet [English] Permalink Public

People with diabetes are at increased risk for foot problems. High blood glucose can damage the nerves and blood vessels in your feet. Following this list of things to do and not to do will help manage your foot care. (English) Colour

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) [English] Permalink Public

Many people report feeling sadder in late autumn and winter, blaming this tendency on the shortening of daylight hours and colder temperatures. However, some people develop a more intense sadness known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), which is a type of depression. SAD is characterized by symptoms of lethargy, decreased interest in and withdrawal from usual activities, oversleeping, and overeating. (English)

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Suicide [English] Permalink Public

Suicide rates have been rising in Canada for many decades, especially among the youth and the elderly. This fact sheet covers warning signs, suicide facts, and suggestions on how to help. (English)

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https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/s...

Getting Help for Mental Illnesses [English] Permalink Public

The signs of mental or emotional distress in people may be obvious or extremely subtle. The best way to know if you might have a mental illness is if you’re not feeling, thinking or acting like yourself. (English)

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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/ge...

Coping with Mental Health Crises and Emergencies [English] Permalink Public

When dealing with a mental health crisis or emergency, intervention by people or agencies other than one's physician may be required. If there is a severe enough disruption in one's ability to maintain a basic level of functioning, it may require the support of a mental health emergency team or, in some cases, the assistance of the police. This fact sheet discusses the ways in which family can help and the rights of individuals involuntarily admitted to a specific health centre. (English)

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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/co...

Improving Mental Health [English] Permalink Public

While society always promotes the importance of good physical health, there needs to be an increased focus on positive mental health. This fact sheet includes tips for improving one's mental health and reducing stress. (English)

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http://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/sites/default/files/im...