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Step by Step Guide for Living Kidney Donors [English] Permalink Public

There are many reasons why a transplant from a living donor may be the best option for a patient. Transplant outcomes are generally better with kidneys from living donors than for kidneys from deceased donors. With careful planning, a patient can avoid the need for dialysis and go straight to transplant from a living donor. (English)

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http://www.transplant.bc.ca/Documents/Statistics/2...

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My Going Home Checklist (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This checklist is a resource for patients admitted to the Mental Health Inpatient Unit at RCH and perhaps region wide. (English) Colour

Eye Infection and Your Newborn Baby [English] Permalink Public

Most of the time, puffy or red eyes in your baby are caused by a blocked tear duct or infection by viruses or bacteria. Some eye infections may be serious and need special medication. This handout from Perinatal Services BC describes what to watch for. (English)

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http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Guidel...

Getting Ready for Surgery Checklist (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This checklist provides information to help you prepare for your surgery. (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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https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/sites/default/files/do...

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Your Child's Feelings [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Child Development Series. Even before they learn and understand language, children feel emotions. Number #92c (English)

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Your Child's Development: From Birth to 3 Years [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Child Development Series. Your child’s experiences in the early months and years of life affect their health, well-being, and coping skills for the rest of their life. Number #92b (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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https://food-guide.canada.ca/sites/default/files/a...

Candida auris (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Candida auris (or C. auris, say can-dee-da ow-ris) is a type of multi-drug resistant fungus. It was discovered in 2009 and has quickly spread to many countries. The medicines commonly used to treat other Candida infections often don’t work for this type of Candida (multi-drug resistant). It can cause serious infections that are difficult to treat. The factsheet describes the risks and actions to take to prevent the spread. (English) Colour

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Ankle Brachial Index Test (ABI) (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre) [English] Permalink Public

Ankle Brachial Index is a test which compares the blood pressure in your ankles to the blood pressure in your arms. This test is done in the Vascular Lab, located in our General Day Care. It is a safe and painless test that helps your medical provider determine if your legs are getting the proper amount of blood supply. (English) Colour

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