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Understanding Stroke [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet explains what a stroke is, the types of stroke, what makes a person more likely to have a stroke, and how the brain works. (English) Colour

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Comfort in Early Labour (Langley Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

In the early stages of labour, the best place for you and your family to be is the comfort of your own home. The following information suggests ways to stay comfortable during this time, and it also provides guidelines to assist you in your decision on when to return to the hospital. (English) Colour

Common Visual Deficits - A Guide to Aging Vision (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This brochure describes some of the common visual changes in aging. Vision loss is a key risk for falls in the elderly. This guide provides information about vision loss and tips for vision care. (English) Colour

Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit (CAPSU) is an inpatient psychiatric unit with a team specialized in supporting children, youth (ages 6-17) and their families/caregivers in times of acute mental health distress. (English) Colour

Outpatient Clinic Antibiotic Intravenous Therapy (Mission Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

You have an infection that is best treated with antibiotics given through an intravenous. This pamphlet gives you information about coming in to the hospital as an outpatient for antibiotic therapy on days, evenings, and weekends. It also describes how to care for your saline lock at home. (English) Black & White

Think you or your loved one need Long-Term Care? (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Long-Term care funded by Fraser Health is a service for adult/seniors with complex medical and/or physical conditions with or without dementia, who do not have the supports in their home to manage and require 24-hour access to nursing care. Long-Term care is not a housing option. It should only be considered after trialing all other resources while still living in your home. Fraser Health staff will work with you and your caregiver to explore options that can help you stay as independent as possible in your home. (English) Colour

Getting Ready for Surgery Checklist (Langley Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This checklist provides information to help you prepare for your surgery. (English) Colour

Butting Out For Safer Surgery [English] Permalink Public

The longer you go without smoking before surgery, the greater the benefits and the less chances of complications after surgery. This pamphlet explains how smoking can affect your recovery, the advantages of quitting, and the free services available to help you quit smoking. (English) Black & White

Comfort in Early Labour (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

In the early stages of labour, the best place for you and your family to be is the comfort of your own home. The following information suggests ways to stay comfortable during this time, and it also provides guidelines to assist you in your decision on when to return to the hospital. (English) Colour

Home Health Home Support Helping People Stay in their Home: Responder Information (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This information is provided to clients, families, and friends who support clients who receive home support services. The brochure explains roles and expectations of the "Responder" in the event that home support cannot be provided. (English) Colour