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Home Hemodialysis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Home hemodialysis could be right for you. This resource describes the benefits of home hemodialysis and answers common questions. (English) Colour

Information for Our Patients/Residents/Clients (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

While you are receiving care from Fraser Health, personal information will be collected from you. Your personal information will be treated confidentially, will only be used and shared for authorized purposes, and will be securely stored and protected. This pamphlet outlines the laws and procedures regarding this use. (English) Black & White

Can I Still Travel [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet addresses some of the important issues for dialysis patients to consider regarding travel. (English) Colour

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Common Problems from Kidney Disease [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet covers problems of itching, constipation, cramps, nausea, and restless legs and what you can do to alleviate them. (English) Colour

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Feelings [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet covers some of the different coping strategies used by kidney patients to deal with their feelings. (English) Colour

Symptoms You Need to Report [English] Permalink Public

There are numerous common problems encountered by kidney patients, some of which require reporting and some of which require immediate medical attention. This pamphlet provides a list of these specific problems and what one should do if they arise. (English) Colour

What if I Can't Get in for my Dialysis? [English] Permalink Public

Sometimes emergencies happen and you can't come for dialysis. This pamphlet provides some tips and advice for kidney patients on what to do to mitigate the consequences. (English) Colour

Dialysis and Care of Your Fistula/Graft [English] Permalink Public

Caring for your fistula or graft is an important part of a kidney patient's disease management. This pamphlet provides information on keeping one's fistula/graft clean, and what to do before and after dialysis. (English) Colour

What is a Transfusion? [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet explains what a transfusion is, what can be transfused, and what the associated risks are. (English) Black & White

Persantine Exercise Tolerance (Ridge Meadows Hospital, Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

The Persantine MPI Stress Test is to provide a method of checking for impaired blood flow to the heart muscle. This pamphlet provides information on the reasons for the test and the special preparations required before and after the test. (English) Black & White