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Orthotics (Food Orthoses) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Orthotics are custom made inserts that are fitted into a shoe. They support the foot, hold it in a good position and spread the pressures. They can make standing, walking and running more comfortable (English) Colour

How to Choose Shoes for Arthritis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Learn how to choose the best shoes for your arthritic condition. (English) Colour

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Walking Poles (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This handout provides an overview about walking poles including information on where to buy walking poles. (English) Colour

Carotid Artery Surgery - Your Surgery and Recovery at Home (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

You are having surgery to remove plaque (say plak) of fat and other deposits blocking your carotid artery. Your carotid artery is the main artery in your neck that supplies blood to your brain. These deposits could break free and flow into the brain causing a stroke or mini stroke. (English) Colour

Angioplasty and Stenting: Lower Body - Your Procedure and Recovery at Home (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

You are having procedure to open blocked arteries that supply blood to your legs. Angioplasty (say an-gee-oh-plas-tee) uses a medical ‘balloon’ to make the artery larger. A stent is a small tube reinforced with wire that keeps the artery open. (English) Colour

Fabulous Fibre: South Asian (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

What is Fibre?Includes parts of plant foods that your body can’t digest or absorb. Why is fibre important? It keeps bowels regular, may help keep you full longer and helps with weight and blood sugar control. (English) Colour

Using a Pump at Home for Medication (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Your doctor has asked that you get your medication through a small needle under your skin. The sites are usually on your chest, arms, stomach, or upper part of the legs. The medicine will be given by a pump connected to the tubing. The pump has a computer that will give medication slowly and nonstop. (English) Colour

Sehat Snacks (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Do you have a job where you sit most of the day and are inactive throughout the day? If so these snacks will give you an energy boost between meals and prevent you from overeating at mealtime, which leaves you feeling sleepy/sluggish. (English) Colour

Healthy Snacks for Adults - South Asian (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Snacks can keep your blood sugar (glucose) levels stable throughout the day. This can help to reduce your feeling of hunger between meals and stop you from eating too much at mealtimes. (English) Colour

Food Sources of Iron (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Iron carries oxygen to all parts of your body. If your iron is low, you may feel tired, irritable, and look pale. (English) Colour