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Colorectal Stent Placement (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

A colorectal stent is placed to open the bowel where there is a narrowing or blockage. An interventional radiologist does the procedure. This doctor specializes in image-guided procedures and uses fluoroscopy for this procedure. (English) Colour

Let’s Talk About Eating for Comfort As Health Declines - Supporting adults with developmental disabilities [English] Permalink Public

The changes people go through as their health declines can be hard to talk about, whether or not the person has a developmental disability. We hope this pamphlet helps start important conversations between families and the healthcare team about eating and drinking as the person’s health declines (English) Colour

Toilet Learning [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Child Development Series. There is no set age for learning to use the toilet. Start when your child shows you they are ready. Make toilet learning a positive experience. Your child will learn a new skill and feel a sense of accomplishment. Number #92d (English)

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Canada Food Guide - Poster [English] Permalink Public

This guide will help you and your family know how much food you need, types of food are better for you, and the importance of physical activity in your day.TO ORDER 5 COPIES http://www.hc-publication-sc.hc-sc.gc.ca/paccb-dgapcc/cmcd-dcmc/webpubs.nsf/Web1/180596?OpenDocument&lang=eng&. TO ORDER MORE THAN 5 COPIES EMAIL hc.publications-publications.sc@canada.ca OR PHONE 1-866-225-0709. (English)

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Healthy Eating Recommendations - Canada Food Guide [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet will help you and your family know how much food you need, types of food are better for you, and the importance of physical activity in your day. (English)

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Hiatus Hernia Surgery [English] Permalink Public

A hiatus hernia is when the upper part of the stomach protrudes into the chest through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm. This booklet describes the surgical procedure as well as recovery, including diet and activity. (English) Black & White

Manganese in Drinking Water [English] Permalink Public

Manganese (Mn) is an element found in air, food, soil, consumer products and drinking water. Manganese has long been considered only a nuisance in drinking water (e.g. causing stains on laundry, plumbing fixtures, etc.). However, new scientific studies show health effects from exposure to high levels of manganese in drinking water. This new information was used to revise the guideline for manganese in drinking water. (English)

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Myotomy Surgery: Your Surgery and Recovery at Home [English] Permalink Public

A myotomy is a surgery to relax the ring of muscle in your stomach so that food can pass through properly. This booklet gives you information on how to care yourself after a myotomy surgery. For both types of surgery: Heller Myotomy (laparoscopic) and Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy or POEM. (English) Colour

Eating after Esophagectomy [English] Permalink Public

A guide to nutrition after esophagectomy surgery (English) Colour

Eating after Hiatus Hernia Repair [English] Permalink Public

A guide to eating after hiatus hernia repair. (English) Colour

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