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Impetigo (Child) [English] Permalink Public

Impetigo (say: im-puh-TIE-go) is a bacterial skin infection. It spreads easily. It is very common in young children, especially babies. Without treatment, impetigo can last for several months. It can develop into something more severe. Audio available. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/Conditio...

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Our Sacred Journey: Indigenous Pregnancy Passport [English] Permalink Public

Our Sacred Journey: Indigenous Pregnancy Passport is a culturally appropriate health promotion resource empowering women and families through their sacred journey of pregnancy. The resource incorporates Indigenous people traditional beliefs and values as well as clinical best practices. A booklet to support women in having a healthy pregnancy, tracking their progress, and preparing for their baby. (English)

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http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Resour...

Orchidopexy: Surgery for Undescended Testicles (Child, Male) [English] Permalink Public

Normally before a baby boy is born, the testicles move into the scrotum (the sac that holds the testicles). Sometimes, though, one or both testicles stay in the body cavity instead of moving into the scrotum. This is called undescended testicles​ or cryptorchidism, which means "hidden testicle." An orchidopexy is an operation to lower the testicles into the scrotum. (English)

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http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/TestsAnd...

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What You Can Do to Prevent Falls [English] Permalink Public

Many falls can be prevented by making some changes, you can lower your chances of falling. Keep your body active. Have your doctor or pharmacist review your medications. Have your eyes checked by an optometrist once a year. Make your home safer. (English) Colour

Dehydration (Adult) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Your body needs water to work properly. Water keeps your blood flow easily around your body and to your body organs such as your heart and brain. Dehydration (sounds like dee-hi-dray-shun) is when your body does not have enough water. (English) Colour

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Artery Bypass Surgery - Lower Limb (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

You are having surgery (an operation) on an artery in your lower body. Your aorta is the main artery that carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body. The smaller arteries that carry blood from your aorta out to your arms and legs are called ‘peripheral’ arteries. (English) Colour

Nitrates in Well Water [English] Permalink Public

What are nitrates? How do nitrates get into well water? How do I know if there are nitrates in my well water? What are the health risks of high nitrate levels? What should I do if there is a pregnant woman or baby in the household? How can I get my well water tested? What if my water is high in nitrates? Number 05a. (English)

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Breast Cancer Surgery (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

There are several surgeries to treat breast cancer. The type of breast surgery you have depends on many things, such as the size of your tumour, the type of cancer you have, where your tumour is on your breast, size of your breast, your age, your health, your personal choice. You and the breast surgeon review the options and decide which surgery is best. (English) Colour

P.A.T.H. UNIT / Patient Assessment and Transition to Home (Mission Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Our unit provides an environment that promotes your strengths and abilities. The team works with you and your family to develop a plan for your care that is based on your needs. To help you maintain your well-being, we support you to be as mobile as possible, do much of your own personal care, get up for meals, dress in your own clothes. (English) Colour

Stomach/Gastric Surgery (Gastrectomy) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

You are having surgery (an operation) to remove a part or all of your stomach. If only part of your stomach is removed, we call it a ‘partial gastrectomy’. The remaining part of your stomach is reconnected to your esophagus and small bowel (small intestine). If all of your stomach is removed, we call it a ‘total gastrectomy’. A new ‘stomach’ is made using part of your small bowel. Your esophagus is attached to your small bowel. Replaces catalogue #265495 (English) Colour