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Myths of Mental Illness (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public
In spite of the fact that every Canadian knows someone who has been or will be affected by mental illness, few people know very much about it. This pamphlet details some of these myths and things that we can do to prevent these myths from spreading. (English) Black & White
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253415Mental Illness and Work (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public
The term "work" can mean the workplace or the act of working, what we do at our jobs. The pamphlet discusses the importance of employers and workplaces to promote the best possible mental health amongst their employees. (English) Black & White
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253416Mental Illness in the Family (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public
Having a family member with a mental illness can be very stressful. There are many different kinds of illness and each has its own symptoms. This pamphlet discusses how to cope with mental illness in the context of supporting family members. (English) Black & White
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253417Depression and Bipolar Disorder (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public
Depression is a mood disorder involving feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, sadness, and disappointment. Bipolar disorder causes cycles of moods, including periods of depression, normal mood, and mania. The causes, signs, and treatment of these two conditions are covered in this pamphlet. (English) Black & White
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253418Colposcopy (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre) [English] Permalink Public
A colposcopy is when a doctor uses a microscope to magnify areas of your cervix or vagina to check for abnormality of the tissue that may be in question following a pap smear. This pamphlet tells you what to expect in the clinic and what to expect following the colposcopy. (English) Colour
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262507Get Up & Go (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Get Up & Go! is a version of BC Womens Osteofit program. Get Up & Go! program offers an appropriate entry level exercise program for seniors with balance and mobility impairments who would otherwise be unable to attend a community based exercise class. (English) Colour
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256008What You Can Do To Prevent Falls [English] Permalink Public
This factsheet outlines four things you can do to prevent falls. These include starting an exercise program, having a health care professional review your medicines, having your vision checked, and making your home safer. (English) Colour
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254629Care after a Surgical Breast Biopsy (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public
Your breast will be sore for the next few days. You will see some bruising over the next 2 to 3 days. This is all normal and should go away within a few days. This pamphlet gives you information on how to care for yourself at home, what to what for, and when to call for help. (English) Colour
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262534Caring for Your Surgical Drain [English] Permalink Public
A pamphlet on surgical drains including information on the purpose of drains, when to empty them, and how to check and maintain them. The pamphlet also contains a drainage record table to enable you to keep track of the fluid emptied from your collection device. (English) Colour
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256367Finding Health Information Online (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre) [English] Permalink Public
There is a great amount of medical information available on the Internet, but not all of it is reliable. Knowing where to find trustworthy information is half the battle. This brochure will lead you to reliable medical websites where you can find the health information you are looking for. (English) Colour
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