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… so complications can be worse than in older individuals What are the potential consequences of a burn or scald for … for painful burn treatment, which can require surgery Pressure garments and splints that have to be worn … scarred skin as the child grows, restricting movement. Surgery is usually required to restore normal function …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is emergency contraception (EC)? Emergency … (from the Lower Mainland) or 1-800-663-7100 (toll-free). What types of emergency contraception are available? There … nausea or vomiting, and your period may not occur when you expect it. Taking an anti-nausea medication like Gravol® at …
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… HealthLink BC File number 55a Download PDF Document English What is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD)? Creutzfeldt-Jakob … year. CJD can be found in every country around the world. What causes CJD? CJD is caused by an abnormal prion – a … or transplanted tissue used in eye, brain or spine surgery. CJD is not contagious. How is CJD diagnosed? A …
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… disabled will need special support and an emergency plan. What will happen if I have to evacuate my home in an … network to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an emergency? Planning ahead …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is C. difficile ? C. difficile , also known as C. diff, … chemotherapy People who have other illnesses The elderly What are the symptoms? In some cases C. diff infection may … treatment with your health care provider. In rare cases, surgery may be considered if all other treatments have not …
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… to the child's parent or a health care provider to find out what foods are safe for that child. What is choking? Choking is when something becomes stuck in … children. It is not usually fatal but the child may need surgery to remove the coin Plastic toy parts, buttons, …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A … and a form of kidney disease called glomerulonephritis. What are the symptoms of GAS infections? Strep throat starts … cases, death can occur within 18 hours. In other cases, surgery is required to remove the affected body tissue or …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Carbapenemase-producing organisms (CPO)? … admitted to hospital or had treatment (e.g. dialysis or surgery) in a health care facility outside of Canada, or who … rarely cause problems or infections outside of hospitals. What are my chances of getting infected with CPO? If you are …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese What is methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus … for MRSA as the risk of becoming infected is very small. What are my chances of getting infected with MRSA? If you … at higher risk if you have had intensive hospital care or surgery, particularly in hospitals where previous cases of …
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… medications, dental problems or medical treatments like surgery. They can also start because of health conditions … contribute to the health and safety of persons in care. What is a care plan? Care plans help to communicate the care … All care plans must be reviewed at least once each year. What are some signs of difficulties chewing and swallowing? …
