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Resource Guide for Families (Delta, Langley, Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

A pamphlet listing resources available to families within the Surrey, Delta, and Langley region. These include public health units, First Nations programs, prenatal and postpartum support, mental health and substance use, youth, housing, food, family support programs, financial assistance, and legal services. (English) Colour

Discharge Following Cystoscopy (Peace Arch Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Cystoscopy is a procedure used to see inside your urinary bladder and urethra — the tube that carries urine from your bladder to the outside of your body. This pamphlet covers all of the instructions to follow after this procedure. (English) Black & White

Public Health Speech & Language Referral Guide (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides guidelines representing different stages of a children's speech and language development. They will help you determine if a child should be referred to a speech language pathologist. (English) Colour

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Healthy Eating for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Under Revision

This booklet has lots of information on how to eat healthy during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Includes information on what nutrients, vitamins, supplements you need. Gives tips on what makes a healthy meal plan as well as suggestions for healthy snacks. Pregnancy is a time to be extra careful about safely handling food and choosing foods that are safe to eat. Outlines what foods to be careful of. Lastly, there are suggestions for how to prevent common conditions during pregnancy such as nausea, heart burn, and constipation. (English) Colour

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English (252547), Arabic (265654), Chinese - Traditional (265655), French (265662), Punjabi (252548)

Crutches Rentals - Burnaby (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

A listing of the drug stores and clinics in the Burnaby region that offer crutches rentals. (English) Black & White

Soothing the Pain of Childbirth (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Pain is a normal, healthy part of labour. This pamphlet explains the reasons behind the pain, management strategies to deal with labour pain, and types of pain-relieving medication available to those who choose this option. (English) Black & White

Laparotomy (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

A laparotomy is a surgical procedure involving a large incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity. This pamphlet has information on how to prepare for this procedure and what to expect after surgery. (English) Black & White

Pre-operative Instructions for Cataract Surgery (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

A pamphlet that informs patients on what to do on surgery day and the day after, what to eat, and what to do about current medications. (English) Black & White

Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) [English] Permalink Public

A PICC is a soft flexible hollow tube that is inserted into a vein either above or slightly below the elbow with the tip placed into a large central vein. This type of catheter provides greater comfort for the patient, allowing for the delivery of fluid directly into a vein and avoiding repeated needle insertions. This pamphlet provides all the information one will need to manage the care of the catheter. (English)

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https://vch.eduhealth.ca/PDFs/FA/FA.200.P418.pdf

Delta Elderhealth Services (Delta Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This program within the Delta Hospital is for seniors needing specialized services. These include a dementia clinic, chronic disease and medication education, falls and injury prevention, and dietary counseling. (English) Black & White