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Vascular Access for Hemodialysis - Your Fistula [English] Permalink Public

Vascular access is a way to get to a kidney patient's blood so that it can be cleaned. This factsheet outlines the three different types of vascular access and other related information. (English)

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http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/V...

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Dialysis and Care of Your Fistula/Graft [English] Permalink Public

Caring for your fistula or graft is an important part of a kidney patient's disease management. This pamphlet provides information on keeping one's fistula/graft clean, and what to do before and after dialysis. (English) Colour

Health Care in Your Community - Nurse Practitioner (Langley) [English] Permalink Public

Our nurse practitioner helps people in Langley get health care services they need until they get their own doctor or nurse practitioner. If you do not have your own doctor or nurse practitioner, we are here to help you if you: live on the street, live with a limited income, live with a mental illness, and/or use alcohol or drugs or both. (English) Colour

First Link: Your Link to Dementia Support [English] Permalink Public

First Link® dementia support includes all of the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s services for people affected by dementia. First Link® is available throughout the progression of the disease, from diagnosis (or before) to endof-life care. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/files/bc/...

Wound Closure: Management of Your Newly Closed Wound (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Your wound is closed, but it is still healing on the inside. This brochure provides information on monitoring your wound, recommendations and when to contact your doctor. (English) Colour

15 Free Activities That Can Save Your Life [English] Permalink Public

A list of 15 free activities that can save your life. Provides a lifetime schedule for your health. (English) Colour

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Keep Your Skin Healthy: What you Can Do (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Information to keep your skin healthy including nutrition, activity, when to ask for help, positioning your body, risks, and skin care. (English) Colour

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While Waiting for Your Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This is a quick guide on what to expect when having this procedure at Royal Columbian Hospital. To learn more about what to expect before, during, and after your TAVI, see “Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation – What to Expect” (266782). (English) Black & White

Your Personal Health Information and Privacy Q&A [English] Permalink Public

Questions and Answers for BC Kidney Patients Kidney care services are delivered through dialysis units and chronic care clinics across the six BC health authorities. The BC Provincial Renal Agency (BCPRA), an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, has overall responsibility for planning and coordinating these services. Our goal is to ensure equitable access to high quality care no matter where patients live. The BCPRA must manage personal health information under the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). This Act makes the Agency and its staff accountable for how it collects, uses and discloses your personal information. (English)

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http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/B...

After your Transfusion: What to Watch out for [English] Permalink Public

You had a transfusion today. Sometimes, people have a reaction soon after leaving the hospital, or up to 14 days later. With this in mind, you should know what to watch for and when to get help. (English) Colour

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