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Carotid Endarterectomy

… your neck just below the jaw. Opens the carotid artery and carefully removes the plaque. May sew (graft) a man-made or … for the primary prevention of stroke: A statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart … for the primary prevention of stroke: A statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart …

Home Blood Pressure Test

… feel more involved in and more in control of your health care. Watch for changes in blood pressure that may be side … feel more involved in and more in control of your health care. Watch for changes in blood pressure that may be side …

Transurethral Resection of the Prostate TURP for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

… of life. Men with only mild symptoms may want to think carefully before deciding to have surgery to treat BPH. … http://www.auanet.org/content/guidelines-and-quality-care/clinical-guid… . Wilt TJ, N'Dow J (2008). Benign … http://www.auanet.org/content/guidelines-and-quality-care/clinical-guid… . Wilt TJ, N'Dow J (2008). Benign …

Catheter Ablation for a Fast Heart Rate

… ablation is done in a hospital where the person can be carefully monitored. The procedure is done with an … ablation is done in a hospital where the person can be carefully monitored. The procedure is done with an …

Clean-up after a flood

… have come into contact with flood water should be handled carefully. Flood waters passing over land may come into … after you have finished any cleaning activities. Seek healthcare for any rashes, eye irritation or onset of …

Maintenance and operation of onsite sewage systems

Petting zoo and open farm visits

… after visiting a petting zoo or open farm, see your health care provider right away. Who is most at risk of becoming …

Influenza flu immunization Myths and facts

… vaccine or any part of the vaccine, talk to your health care provider. You may need to be tested for allergies …

Time for bed

… It’s important to talk with your family and your health care provider about how to make every sleep as safe as …

Abuse and neglect of older adults Understanding gender differences

… much more likely than older men to live in a residential care facility where abuse may occur from staff, volunteers … Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: Information for Family Caregivers HealthLinkBC File #93d Financial Abuse of Older … Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers (#93b) Abuse and neglect of older adults: …