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Hurt at Work? [English] Permalink Public

If you are hurt at work, you must report the injury to both your employer and to WorkSafeBC. We explain how to report the injury. We also explain that if you seek medical care, tell us it is a work-related injury, and don’t report it to WorkSafeBC, you will have to pay the cost of the medical care. (English) Colour

Welcome to the Breast Health Clinic (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public

This is a clinic for adults who have a lump or a change in their breast. Our clinic has a team of health professionals who have special training in the care and treatment of the breast. The aim of our clinic is to see you as quickly as possible and find the reason for the change in your breast. (English) Colour

Care after a Needle Breast Biopsy [English] Permalink Public

Your breast will be tender and a little swollen after the biopsy. You might get a bruise at the site of the biopsy. This is all normal and should go away within a few days. This pamphlet describes how to take care of yourself following the biopsy, what to watch for, and when to get help. (English) Colour

Talking to Children About Medical Assistance in Dying [English] Permalink Public

Many parents and caregivers wonder how best to talk to their children about death and dying. It can be especially challenging when someone in their life chooses Medical Assistance in Dying or MAiD. While every family has their own way of talking with each other, use this as a guide to help you talk to your children. (English) Colour

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Introduction to Welcome to the Hospital - Care Journal for Patients and Families (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Introduction to the Welcome to the Hospital - Care Journal for Patients and Families booklet which gives you information to help you during your hospital stay.Use this booklet to record treatments, tests, and results. It is also a place where you can write down questions or concerns so you can remember to talk to us about them. (English) Colour

This factsheet is part of Welcome to the Hospital - Care Journal for Patients and Families (264354).

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Welcome to the Breast Health Clinic (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre) [English] Permalink Public

This is a clinic for adults who have a lump or a change in their breast. Our clinic has a team of health professionals who have special training in the care and treatment of the breast. The aim of our clinic is to see you as quickly as possible and find the reason for the change in your breast. (English) Colour

Pudendal Nerve Block [English] Permalink Public

This procedure involves injecting a small amount of local anesthetic, with or without steroid medication, around the pudendal nerve (the main nerve in your pelvis). The pudendal nerve carries feelings to and from the groin, the vagina (women), the scrotum (men) and lower buttocks or backside. The block is most often done for people who have pain when sitting. (English) Colour

After Extracorporeal Shock-Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public

Extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy, or ESWL, refers to a procedure used to treat patients with kidney stones, prostate and urinary tract conditions. Acoustic shock waves break kidney stones into tiny pieces that are then passed in the urine. This factsheet provides instructions on what to do to encourage these tiny pieces to be flushed from your system. (English) Black & White

Care after a Surgical Breast Biopsy (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public

Your breast will be sore for the next few days. You will see some bruising over the next 2 to 3 days. This is all normal and should go away within a few days. This pamphlet gives you information on how to care for yourself at home, what to what for, and when to call for help. (English) Colour

Fast Foods: Better Choices (Child) [English] Permalink Public

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s likely unrealistic to say you’ll never eat fast food or restaurant food again. However, you can still lead a healthy lifestyle and occasionally eat out at the same time. The more you know about the food that goes into your body, the better choices you’ll be able to make. Audio available. (English)

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