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Kidney Infection (Fraser Health) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

A kidney infection is when you have bacteria in the kidneys. Bacteria get into kidneys by moving from the urethra into the bladder. From there, it moves up through the ureters into the kidneys. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Clostridioides Difficile Infection (CDI) (Fraser Health) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

This fact sheet explains why it is important to prevent this infection from spreading to other patients in the hospital, or to your friends and family when you go home. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Viral Gastrointestinal Illness (Stomach Flu) How to prevent the spread of infection in hospital and at home [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

Viral gastrointestinal illness, also known as stomach flu, is a common illness. It can occur as a case in just one person or can quickly spread through families and cause outbreaks. Outbreaks occur in the community every year. There are several different viruses that cause illness with vomiting and diarrhea. This fact sheet provides information about how to prevent the spread of infection in hospital ad at home. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Nosebleed (Fraser Health) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

Many small blood vessels line the inside of your nose. Their job is to help warm and moisten the air you breathe. These blood vessels can break and bleed. The most common kind of nosebleed is from the front of the nose. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Pneumothorax [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

A Pneumothorax is what is commonly called a collapsed lung. A pneumothorax happens when air enters the space between the rib cage and one of your lungs. The air causes part (or all) of the lung to collapse. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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After Chest Tube Removal (Fraser Health) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

This factsheet covers home care instructions following the removal of a chest tube. Restrictions of particular activities and serious warning signs are also outlined. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Heart Palpitations (Fraser Health) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

A heart palpitation (sounds like pal-pih-tay-shun) is when your heart feels like it is pounding, racing, or fluttering. You might feel like your heart has skipped a beat or added an extra beat. You might feel overly aware of your heartbeat. These feelings or sensation can sometimes be felt in your chest, neck, or throat. While you are having palpitations, your heart rhythm may or may not be abnormal. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Hyphema (Fraser Health) [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

Hyphema (sounds like ‘high-fee-ma’) is a pooling or collection of blood in the front part of the eye, in the space between the cornea and the iris. The bleeding is usually from a blow to the eye. This factsheet describes how to care for yourself at home and prevent injuries to the eyes in the future. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Substance Use: Overdose Survival Guide [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides information on tips to save a life in the event of overdose. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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Gallstones [Chinese - Simplified] Permalink Public

Gallstones are hard, stone-like deposits that form in the gallbladder. This factsheet provides an overview about gallstones including treatment at home, symptoms, prevention and when to get help. (Chinese - Simplified) Colour

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