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Comfort in Early Labour (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

In the early stages of labour, the best place for you and your family to be is the comfort of your own home. The following information suggests ways to stay comfortable during this time, and it also provides guidelines to assist you in your decision on when to return to the hospital. (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...

Autism Information Services British Columbia (AISBC) [English] Permalink Public

A brochure with information about autism information services available in British Columbia. (English)

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https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/managing-...

Your Personal Health Information and Privacy Q&A [English] Permalink Public

Questions and Answers for BC Kidney Patients Kidney care services are delivered through dialysis units and chronic care clinics across the six BC health authorities. The BC Provincial Renal Agency (BCPRA), an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, has overall responsibility for planning and coordinating these services. Our goal is to ensure equitable access to high quality care no matter where patients live. The BCPRA must manage personal health information under the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). This Act makes the Agency and its staff accountable for how it collects, uses and discloses your personal information. (English)

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http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/B...

Respite Stay Summary (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Used by respite providers to report a summary of the client's stay in Respite Care. Shared with the client's Home Health Clinician. (English) Colour

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) factsheet (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

'Medical Assistance in Dying' (commonly called MAiD) is available along with other options for people who are approaching the end of their life. Other care can include keeping the person comfortable, controlling pain, and improving quality of life. This factsheet gives you basic information about MAiD. We encourage you to talk with your loved ones about your wishes. Whatever you decide, we are here to give you the care you need and honour your wishes. (English) Colour

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Sepsis - Information for patients and families [English] Permalink Public

This document provides an overview on sepsis: what it is, who is at risk, signs and symptoms, treatments, and prevention. (English)

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https://vch.eduhealth.ca/PDFs/FF/FF.110.S47.pdf

Surrey-Whalley Urgent and Primary Care Centre (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

Describes the difference between Urgent Primary Care and Emergency Care. Gives examples of when to use each service. The pamphlet outlines the services offered along with the 2 ways a person can be seen at the Urgent Primary Care Centre. (English) Colour

Syphilis in Pregnancy [English] Permalink Public

Syphilis is a serious infection. You can have syphilis and not know it. Syphilis can harm you and your baby. Congenital syphilis occurs when a mother with syphilis passes the infection on to her baby during pregnancy or at birth. If left untreated, syphilis can lead to premature birth, long-term neurological issues, bone deformities, deafness, or even stillbirth. (English)

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

Preventing and Treating Pain in Care Homes (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Information about pain in older adults when living in a care home. Includes information about pain, how pain is expressed especially when a person also has dementia, what happens to a person if pain is not treated, and different ways to treat pain. We include ways that family and friends can help. (English) Colour

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