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… section of intestine) and cutting the barrier to size. Care for your skin and stoma and watch for skin irritation. … child with an ostomy. Irrigation is not appropriate for children. Emptying your ostomy pouch Ostomy pouches can be … such as in a chair in front of the toilet or on the toilet. Preparing the equipment Remove your colostomy pouch from the …
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… Coverage for Hospice Palliative Care in Canada Hospice palliative care is paid for in different ways across Canada. If you are … be covered by your provincial or territorial health care plan as part of a home care program. But the provincial …
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… Self-Care for AIDS Caregivers On this page: Overview … share your feelings with others, including other caregivers, counsellors, clergy, or health professionals. … important not to ignore your own needs. If you don't take care of yourself, you will not have the inner resources to …
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… Andy's Story: Finding Your Own Routine When You Have Diabetes On this page: Andy's Story Andy's Story Two years … it." Andy worked with a diabetes educator to create a plan for healthy meals and snacks that he could make … of the stress of his job. And they remind him how much he cares about his feet. Checking his feet has become part of …
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… each baby. It can give your babies better health. If you plan to breastfeed your babies, your doctor or lactation … you feel depressed or have troubling thoughts. How can you care for yourself when raising multiples? Try to plan ahead. … for more information. Give each of your children time alone with you. If you have an older child or …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an … your local health authority. Community support and prenatal care is available to all pregnant people who are residents … Handbook Teach you how to care for your baby Guide you in planning wellness checks for you and your baby How to …
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… Learning About Hospice Palliative Care On this page: Overview Overview … being sick makes you feel sad, lonely, uncomfortable, or scared. Your quality of life can suffer, not just in your … a day. How is the care paid for? Most provincial health plans and private insurance cover hospice palliative care. …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March 1, 2021 … keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby teeth help children eat and speak clearly. Baby teeth guide permanent … tooth decay refers to the development of cavities in children from 6 months to 6 years of age. Once your child …
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… Urgent and Primary Care Centres Urgent and primary care centres (UPCCs) provide access to same-day, urgent, non-emergency health care. UPCCs are often open evenings, weekends and statutory …
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… Cowichan Primary Care Network Last updated September 12, 2024 On this page: Overview Access primary care health services Find a family doctor or nurse … network of health care professionals and clinics who plan and deliver the health care needs of a community. …