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Getting to know Dementia: A Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care [English] Permalink Public
This pamphlet describes the types of symptoms associated with dementia, the forms of treatment available, and information on how to plan for one's future while managing this condition. (English)
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Delirium in the Older Adult: A Family Guide (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Delirium (say dah-l-ear-ee-uhm) is when a person becomes confused. It is temporary. The person’s thinking and behaviour changes. The person’s thinking and behaviour changes. It develops quickly over hours and days. It can last for a few hours or days, sometimes longer. Delirium is a serious medical problem, and common in older adults. This pamphlet provides information on delirium including causes, exhibited behaviours, and what you can do to help. (English) Colour
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256479Dehydration (Adult) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Your body needs water to work properly. Water keeps your blood flow easily around your body and to your body organs such as your heart and brain. Dehydration (sounds like dee-hi-dray-shun) is when your body does not have enough water. (English) Colour
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English (262727), Arabic (262911), Chinese - Simplified (262908), Chinese - Traditional (262907), Farsi (262913), Korean (262912), Punjabi (262909), Vietnamese (262910)
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262727Concussion (Minor Head Injury) in Adults (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
A head injury results from a direct blow to the head that causes shaking and jarring of the brain. If the blow is hard enough to injure the brain, it is called a concussion. (English) Colour
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254982Alzheimer's Disease: Communication [English] Permalink Public
The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This document is intended to help the person with dementia, and his/her family and caregivers understand how dementia affects communication and provide them with useful strategies to maintain and enhance communication throughout the progression of the disease. (English)
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This factsheet provides information on getting a diagnosis for dementia. (English)
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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...Alzheimer's Disease: Caregiving Options - Considering Long - Term Care [English] Permalink Public
The Alzheimer Society is Canada’s leading health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. This brochure provides an overview on considering long - term care. (English)
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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/nat...You and Your Brain - Understanding Cognition (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
This handout provides information on what cognition is, what it includes, why it is important, factors that can impact cognition, and actions that can support a healthy brain. (English) Colour
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265919Dementia and Falling - In Hospital [English] Permalink Public
People with dementia have a greater chance of falling while in the hospital. The sheet explains what you can do to keep active and stay safe. There is also information for family and friends on how they can help keep you safe. (English) Colour
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English (266644), Chinese - Simplified (266655), Chinese - Traditional (266656), Punjabi (266654)
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266644Dementia and Falling - In Long-Term Care (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
People with dementia have a greater chance of falling while in Long-Term Care. The sheet explains what you can do to keep active and stay safe. There is also information for family and friends on how they can help keep you safe. (English) Colour
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