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… Incision Care After Surgery On this page: Overview Related … make sure you have gauze pads, a box of medical gloves, surgical tape, a plastic bag, and scissors. Prepare supplies … make sure you have gauze pads, a box of medical gloves, surgical tape, a plastic bag, and scissors. Prepare supplies …
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… Long-Term Care Choices On this page: Overview … a loved one may not have training to provide some types of care. Or a family member may have financial or family … members may live far apart. This is where long-term care can help. It can provide a safe and structured …
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… Primary care in your community Last updated November 25, 2024 Overview Image Primary care is the first point of access into B.C.’s health care system. Primary Care Networks (PCN) are community-based …
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Caregiving: Overview of Personal Care On this page: Overview Overview Helping someone with personal care involves a lot of daily tasks. If it's been a while …
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… Choosing a Health Care Provider On this page: Overview Overview Choosing a doctor or other health care provider is very important. The relationship you have with your health care provider greatly influences the health decisions you …
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… Dental Care for Older Adults On this page: Basic Care Denture Care Basic Care Dental care for older …
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… Oral care for your baby Last updated March 31, 2014 Babies' teeth … are very important and your baby needs your help taking care of them. Babies and children need their teeth for … teeth grow straight and strong and for smiling! Start oral care before baby teeth appear. Use a clean, soft cloth to …
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… Understanding Virtual Care (Telemedicine) On this page: Overview Overview What is virtual care? For some health problems, a phone call or video call … nurse can save you time and money. This is called virtual care. It may also be called telemedicine or telehealth. Many …
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Caregiving: Foot and Toenail Care On this page: Overview Overview … the person likes—also helps the person. If the person you care for has diabetes or has foot problems, such as bad … see a podiatrist. This is a doctor who specializes in the care of the feet. Sometimes a podiatrist will come to the …
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… Dental Care During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview It's important to take care of your body when you are pregnant. This includes your … good dental habits—will help you and your baby. Taking care of your teeth while you are pregnant helps prevent …