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Ultrasound Guided Prostate Biopsy (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

Explains what an ultrasound guided prostate biopsy is, how to prepare for the procedure, what to expect before, during, and after the procedure, as well as how to care for yourself at home. (English) Colour

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Varicocele Embolization (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides a brief description of the medical imaging procedure varicocele embolization including information on who will be performing procedure?, prior to procedure instructions, what happens during procedure?, will it hurt?, how long it will take?, risks or complications, what happens afterwards?, follow-up instructions and information on who to contact if experiencing problems. A varicocele is when the vein in the scrotum that drains blood from a testicle becomes enlarged. This is similar to varicose veins in the leg. A varicocele can cause pain, swelling, and affect your fertility. This procedure closes off the enlarged vein without surgery (called ‘embolization’). When the vein is blocked, your body naturally finds other veins to drain blood from the testicle. (English) Colour

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Uterine Fibroid Embolization (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides a brief description of the medical imaging procedure uterine fibroid embolization including information on who will be performing procedure?, prior to procedure instructions, what happens during procedure?, will it hurt?, how long it will take?, risks or complications, what happens afterwards?, follow-up instructions and information on who to contact if experiencing problems. This is a procedure that closes off the blood supply to fibroids that are inside the uterus (called ‘embolization’). When we slow down or block the blood supply, the fibroid stops growing. Any bleeding and or pressure you have should be less or go away. (English) Colour

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Fallopian Tube Recanilization (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides a brief description of the medical imaging procedure fallopian tube recanalization including information on who will be performing the procedure?, prior to procedure instructions, what happens during procedure?, will it hurt?, how long it will take?, risks or complications, what happens afterwards?, follow-up instructions and information on who to contact if experiencing problems. (English) Colour

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Community Support Worker for People with Brain Injuries [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides information about what community support workers do?, how long can I get this help?, and expectations. (English) Colour

Ovarian Vein Embolization (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides a brief description of the medical imaging procedure ovarian vein embolization including information on who will be performing procedure, how to prepare, what happens during procedure, will it hurt, how long it will take, risks or complications, what happens afterwards, follow-up instructions and information on who to contact if experiencing problems. (English) Colour

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Skin-to-Skin Cuddling in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Skin-to-skin is a great way to get to know your baby. Studies show skin-to-skin in early life gives your baby a good start in growing emotionally and creates trust between you and your baby. (English) Colour

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English (264962), Arabic (264963), Chinese - Simplified (264964), Chinese - Traditional (264768), Farsi (264966), Korean (264965), Punjabi (264967)

Rapid Access Clinic - Mental Health and Substance Use [English] Permalink Public

This brochure provides information about what the Rapid Access Clinics is, identifies who are eligible, outlines how referrals can be made, and what to expect when a referral is made to the clinic. (English) Colour

Public Health Resources for Parents (Chilliwack) [English] Permalink Public

Information on public health resources and support for newly pregnant and new parents. (English) Colour

Sobering and Assessment Centre (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

A 24/7 client-centered program that addresses the immediate need for a safe and supportive environment for individuals under the influence of alcohol/drugs to sober up from their intoxication. (English) Colour