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Extreme Heat [English] Permalink Public
Some people are more affected by the heat than other. Older adults, infants and young children, those with chronic health conditions, and those taking certain medicines should take extra care. This describes the signs of illness and ways to prevent heat-related illness. (English) Colour
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267111Extreme Heat (Large Poster) [English] Permalink Public
Some people are more affected by the heat than other. Older adults, infants and young children, those with chronic health conditions, and those taking certain medicines should take extra care. This describes the signs of illness and ways to prevent heat-related illness. (English) Colour
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267498Extreme Heat and Tips for Staying Cool [English] Permalink Public
Explains heat-related illnesses, who is at risk, what to watch for, and what to do. Gives tips for staying cool and safe in extreme heat conditions. (English) Colour
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267100Summer Heat Safety for Seniors and People with Medical Conditions [English] Permalink Public
Explains how extreme heat can affect your health and why, what you can do to stay safe, and the signs of heat illness to watch for. Also includes ways that family and care partners can support those who are most vulnerable. Also available in a larger text size for those with vision challenges. (#267482). (English) Colour
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267483Summer Heat Safety for Seniors and People with Medical Conditions (Large Text Version) [English] Permalink Public
Explains how extreme heat can affect your health and why, what you can do to stay safe, and the signs of heat illness to watch for. Also includes ways that family and care partners can support those who are most vulnerable. This 4 page version is for those with vision challenges. Also available in a 2 page version with smaller text size (#267483). (English) Colour
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267482Microwave Ablation: Liver or Kidney (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public
This pamphlet provides a brief description of this medical imaging procedure. It includes 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. (English) Black & White
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266197Be prepared for summer heat (wallet card) [English] Permalink Public
A card with helpful tips for staying cool and healthy during the heat and poor air quality events in the summer. (English) Colour
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267479Cellulitis (Child) [English] Permalink Public
This factsheet provides an overview about cellulitis including signs, symptoms, causes, treatment, and when to seek medical assistance. Audio available. (English)
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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...Radiofrequency Lesioning (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public
Radiofrequency lesioning is a treatment for pain that uses special needles to send radio waves (heat) along a nerve. This procedure works for 70-80% of patients and pain relief may last 3-18 months. (English) Colour
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255837Keeping Warm Indoors [English] Permalink Public
A person can get injuries from exposure to cold temperatures, even from just spending time in a poorly heated place. Here are ways to keep warm while keeping safe. Includes fire and carbon monoxide safety. Explains different cold injuries and how to treat them (chilblains, trench foot, frostnip, and frost bite). (English) Colour
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