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Honouring our babies toolkit: Safe sleep

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120630
First Nations Health Authority. Vancouver, BC: , 2023.
URL
http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/indigenous-resources/safe-sleep-toolkit
Material Type
Online
This resource provides an overview of how to protect your baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
  1 url  
URL
http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/health-professionals/professional-resources/indigenous-resources/safe-sleep-toolkit
Website Notes
Click on above link to view/print.
Corporate Author
First Nations Health Authority
Editor
3rd Ed.
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publication Date
2023
Subject
Aboriginal Health
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Abstract
This resource provides an overview of how to protect your baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Toddler's first steps: A best chance guide to parenting to parenting your 6-to-36 month-old child

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124166
HealthLinkBC , 2022.
URL
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/toddlers-first-steps
Material Type
Website
Online
Toddler's First Steps provides trusted information on how to nurture the healthy development of your child. As your child grows, they will learn and change at an amazing speed. This resource provides guidance on how to support your child as they go through the many stages of toddlerhood and encount…
  1 url  
URL
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/toddlers-first-steps
Publisher
HealthLinkBC
Publication Date
2022
Subject
Pregnancy
Toddlers
Parenting
Child Health - Diet/Nutrition
Child Development
Childcare
Abstract
Toddler's First Steps provides trusted information on how to nurture the healthy development of your child. As your child grows, they will learn and change at an amazing speed. This resource provides guidance on how to support your child as they go through the many stages of toddlerhood and encounter new experiences such as the arrival of a new baby or entering child care. You will also find information on where to find additional resources to support you and your family.
Language
English
Chinese
French
Arabic
Farsi (Persian)
Punjabi
Spanish
Tagalog
Material Type
Website
Online
URLs
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Sex ed for self-advocates

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124172
Barnett, Jessica Penwell, Holmes, Laura Graham, McLaughlin, Katherine, Moyher, Robin, Strang, John, Zhou, Jiaqi, Davila, Joanne. Arlington, VA: Organization for Autism Research , 2022.
URL
https://researchautism.org/self-advocates/sex-ed-for-self-advocates/
Material Type
Website
Online
This guide is a sexuality and sex education resource written specifically for autistic people age 15 and up. Autistic people sometimes don't have the chance to learn about sexuality and sex in ways that work for them, so OAR created this guide as a starting point to change that.; In each of the nin…
  1 url  
URL
https://researchautism.org/self-advocates/sex-ed-for-self-advocates/
Author
Barnett, Jessica Penwell
Holmes, Laura Graham
McLaughlin, Katherine
Moyher, Robin
Strang, John
Zhou, Jiaqi
Davila, Joanne
Place of Publication
Arlington, VA
Publisher
Organization for Autism Research
Publication Date
2022
Subject
Sex Education
Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Young Adults-Sexuality
Abstract
This guide is a sexuality and sex education resource written specifically for autistic people age 15 and up. Autistic people sometimes don't have the chance to learn about sexuality and sex in ways that work for them, so OAR created this guide as a starting point to change that.
In each of the nine sections of the guide, self-advocates will be able to read articles and watch brief videos before testing their knowledge about a given topic and practicing new skills.
Language
English
Material Type
Website
Online
URLs
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Tips to help your child cope with a brother's or sister's surgery

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123270
Anesthetic Care Unit. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_SurgeryCopingTips_Sibling.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
This handout is for parents and caregivers of children having surgery at BC Children's Hospital. Learn how your child's siblings may feel, and how you can help them cope with their sibling's surgery.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_SurgeryCopingTips_Sibling.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view.
Corporate Author
Anesthetic Care Unit
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
1 pdf file
Subject
Surgery
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
This handout is for parents and caregivers of children having surgery at BC Children's Hospital. Learn how your child's siblings may feel, and how you can help them cope with their sibling's surgery.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Images
URLs
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Live 5-2-1-0: Mobile App (iOS)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124787
Shazhan Amed. , 2021.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/live-5-2-1-0/id1463825801
Material Type
Online
This app is designed for children aged 8-12 and their parents to build healthy habits by following the simple, yet effective, Live 5-2-1-0 message: FIVE or more vegetables and fruits, no more than TWO hours of recreational screen time, at least ONE hour of active play, and ZERO sugary drinks every …
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/live-5-2-1-0/id1463825801
Author
Shazhan Amed
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Children's Health-Diet/Nutrition
Children's Health-Fitness
Parenting
Abstract
This app is designed for children aged 8-12 and their parents to build healthy habits by following the simple, yet effective, Live 5-2-1-0 message: FIVE or more vegetables and fruits, no more than TWO hours of recreational screen time, at least ONE hour of active play, and ZERO sugary drinks every day. Kids can set a goal, then choose fun daily challenges to work towards a reward!
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Live 5-2-1-0: Mobile App (Android)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124788
Shazhan Amed. , 2021.
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shazhanamed.live5210&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Material Type
Online
This app is designed for children aged 8-12 and their parents to build healthy habits by following the simple, yet effective, Live 5-2-1-0 message: FIVE or more vegetables and fruits, no more than TWO hours of recreational screen time, at least ONE hour of active play, and ZERO sugary drinks every …
  1 url  
URL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shazhanamed.live5210&hl=en_CA&gl=US
Author
Shazhan Amed
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Children's Health-Diet/Nutrition
Children's Health-Fitness
Parenting
Abstract
This app is designed for children aged 8-12 and their parents to build healthy habits by following the simple, yet effective, Live 5-2-1-0 message: FIVE or more vegetables and fruits, no more than TWO hours of recreational screen time, at least ONE hour of active play, and ZERO sugary drinks every day. Kids can set a goal, then choose fun daily challenges to work towards a reward!
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Using pre-operative cleaning wipes

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122277
BCCH Skin Prep Working Group. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2020.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_Preop_Cleaning_Wipes.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Learn how to clean your child's skin with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) wipes.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_Preop_Cleaning_Wipes.pdf
Website Notes
Click link to view or print.
Corporate Author
BCCH Skin Prep Working Group
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
PDF, 1 page
Subject
Promoting Health/Preventing Disease-Infection Control
Abstract
Learn how to clean your child's skin with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) wipes.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Images
URLs
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WITS LEADerS MANUAL, Revised

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog111500
Leadbeater, Bonnie J. [Victoria, BC?]: WITS Programs Foundation , 2019.
URL
https://witsprogram.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/WITS-LEADerS.-Manual.2019.pdf
Material Type
Online
LEADS stands for:; Look & Listen; Explore points of view; Act; Did it work?; Seek Help; *The purpose of the WITS LEADerS program to help teachers of intermediate elementary students to:; - learn problem-solving skills needed to handle interpersonal conflicts and to; - support the school-wide applic…
  1 url  
URL
https://witsprogram.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/WITS-LEADerS.-Manual.2019.pdf
Author
Leadbeater, Bonnie J.
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
WITS Programs Foundation
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
PDF; 55 p.
Subject
Bullying
Violence in Schools
Peer Relationships. Peer Pressure
Abstract
LEADS stands for:
Look & Listen
Explore points of view
Act
Did it work?
Seek Help
*The purpose of the WITS LEADerS program to help teachers of intermediate elementary students to:
- learn problem-solving skills needed to handle interpersonal conflicts and to
- support the school-wide application of WITS Programs in elementary schools.
(See www.witsprograms.ca for K to 3 Program ? the Wits Primary Program).
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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Printing Like a Pro! A cognitive approach to teaching printing to primary school-age children: (For school staff)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112197
Montgomery, Ivonne, Zwicker, Jill (ed.). [Vancouver, BC?]: Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, Therapy Department , 2019.
URL
http://www.childdevelopment.ca/Libraries/Handwriting/Printing_Like_a_Pro_-_For_School_Staff.sflb.ashx
Material Type
Online
Handout
A printing program, developed by the Sunny Hill Health Research Centre Therapy Department, to support primary grade children learn the correct way to form each letter so that printing becomes easier and more automatic. This can also help to make printing neater and quicker. This printing program is…
  1 url  
URL
http://www.childdevelopment.ca/Libraries/Handwriting/Printing_Like_a_Pro_-_For_School_Staff.sflb.ashx
Website Notes
Click the link above to view or print.
Author
Montgomery, Ivonne
Zwicker, Jill (ed.)
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, Therapy Department
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
PDF: 8 pages
Subject
Learning
Learning Differences. Learning Disabilities
Motor Development
Education. Schools
Abstract
A printing program, developed by the Sunny Hill Health Research Centre Therapy Department, to support primary grade children learn the correct way to form each letter so that printing becomes easier and more automatic. This can also help to make printing neater and quicker. This printing program is appropriate for all types of learners in primary grades. It was, however, developed specifically for students with motor learning challenges. It can be used one-on-one or in small group work.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
URLs
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Alveolar cleft bone grafting: information and instructions

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121481
Gabrowski, Graham. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2019.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_Alveolar_Cleft_Bone_Graft.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Explains the timing, procedure and care for alveolar cleft bone graft, a surgery to repair a cleft in a gum. Provides information for parents and guardians with children undergoing the surgery.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_Alveolar_Cleft_Bone_Graft.pdf
Website Notes
Click link to view or print.
Author
Gabrowski, Graham
Corporate Author
Cleft Palate Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
PDF, 3 pages
Subject
Cleft Lip. Cleft Palate
Craniofacial Conditions
Children's Health-Surgery
Recuperation from surgery
Abstract
Explains the timing, procedure and care for alveolar cleft bone graft, a surgery to repair a cleft in a gum. Provides information for parents and guardians with children undergoing the surgery.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Images
URLs
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Sex ed for people with I/DD

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124174
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. Washington, DC: National Council on Independant Living , 2019.
URL
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuEvYNNQ-dHeVhbyeJHx9s8oqsvBk621v
Material Type
Video
Online
This YouTube playlist includes 10 informational videos on sex education for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
  1 url  
URL
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuEvYNNQ-dHeVhbyeJHx9s8oqsvBk621v
Corporate Author
National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
National Council on Independant Living
Publication Date
2019
Subject
Intellectual disability
Developmental Disabilities
Sex Education
Sexuality
Abstract
This YouTube playlist includes 10 informational videos on sex education for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
Online
URLs
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Your child has had a tonsillectomy

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114273
Department of Anesthesiology, the Acute Pain Service, the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2017.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1026A_PainMedTonsillectomy.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
This pamphlets contains nursing discharge instructions for your child after surgery. It also explains how to care for your child after surgery, and when to get help.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1026A_PainMedTonsillectomy.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology, the Acute Pain Service, the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
PDF: 2 pages
Subject
Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis. Tonsils & Adenoids
Childcare
Children's Health-Surgery
Abstract
This pamphlets contains nursing discharge instructions for your child after surgery. It also explains how to care for your child after surgery, and when to get help.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Working together: Everyone has a role

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114699
ONTRACBC, Sunney Hill Health Centre for Children, BC Children's Hospital. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2016.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1940_ONTRAC_AdultCare.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1940
Developed by and for youth and families, these tools will assist you in learning about, participating in and managing your transition.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1940_ONTRAC_AdultCare.pdf
Corporate Author
ONTRACBC
Sunney Hill Health Centre for Children
BC Children's Hospital
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
PDF file, 2 p.
Subject
Youth Health
Abstract
Developed by and for youth and families, these tools will assist you in learning about, participating in and managing your transition.
Notes
BCCH1940
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1940
URLs
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Transitioning responsibly to adult care: Youth quiz

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114700
ONTRACBC, BC Children's Hospital. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2016.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1941_ONTRAC-YouthQuiz.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1941
A list of questions to help youth manage their health and get ready for adult care.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1941_ONTRAC-YouthQuiz.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link to view/print.
Corporate Author
ONTRACBC
BC Children's Hospital
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
PDF file, 2 p.
Subject
Youth Health
Abstract
A list of questions to help youth manage their health and get ready for adult care.
Notes
BCCH1941
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1941
URLs
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Parent and family checklist: Transitioning responsibly to adult care: Youth quiz

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114701
ONTRACBC, BC Children's Hospital. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2016.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1942_ONTRAC_ParentFamilyChecklist.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1942
A guide for parents and families to support their youth (12-24 years old) in the planning and preparation for adulthood and adult health care.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1942_ONTRAC_ParentFamilyChecklist.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link to view or print.
Corporate Author
ONTRACBC
BC Children's Hospital
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
PDF file, 2 p.
Subject
Youth Health
Abstract
A guide for parents and families to support their youth (12-24 years old) in the planning and preparation for adulthood and adult health care.
Notes
BCCH1942
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1942
URLs
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Girls speak out: Support groups for young women with experiences of violence: Facilitator's guide

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114807
Godard, Louise, Cory, Jill, Armstrong, Naomi et all. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2016.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/Pamphlets/girlsspeakout.pdf
Material Type
Online
Booklet
This resource provides information about violence and BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre, Girls Speak Out program, its curriculum and some recommended websites about this topic. It's aimed to support women with experiences of violence.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/Pamphlets/girlsspeakout.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Author
Godard, Louise
Cory, Jill
Armstrong, Naomi et all.
Editor
Sullivan, Lana
Pederson, Ann
Pigeon, Marguerite
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
PDF file, 129 p., ill.
Subject
Violence Prevention
Women's Health
Abstract
This resource provides information about violence and BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre, Girls Speak Out program, its curriculum and some recommended websites about this topic. It's aimed to support women with experiences of violence.
ISBN
0000000001234
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Booklet
URLs
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Quick guide to finding mental health services in BC

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113582
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2015.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/PHSA404_QuickGuideToFindingMHServicesinBC_2015.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/PHSA404_QuickGuideToFindingMHServicesinBC_2015.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Corporate Author
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Mental Health
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Truth and reconciliation commission of Canada: Calls to action

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124171
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Winnipeg, MB: Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada , 2015.
URL
https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf
Material Type
Report
Online
This document lists out the calls to action made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.; Recommendations 18-24 address health and health-care.
  1 url  
URL
https://ehprnh2mwo3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf
Corporate Author
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Place of Publication
Winnipeg, MB
Publisher
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Publication Date
2015
Subject
Indigenous
Aboriginal Health
Abstract
This document lists out the calls to action made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.
Recommendations 18-24 address health and health-care.
Language
English
Material Type
Report
Online
URLs
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The birds and the bees: Curriculum

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124173
Curtiss, Sarah. Newark, DE: University of Delaware , 2015.
URL
https://asdsexed.org/category/curriculum/my-curriculum-free/
Material Type
Website
Online
This website is designed to provide information to parents, professionals, and self-advocates on how to teach human sexuality to individuals with special needs with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders. It also links to additional resources.
  1 url  
URL
https://asdsexed.org/category/curriculum/my-curriculum-free/
Author
Curtiss, Sarah
Place of Publication
Newark, DE
Publisher
University of Delaware
Publication Date
2015
Subject
Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Sex Education
Sexuality
Abstract
This website is designed to provide information to parents, professionals, and self-advocates on how to teach human sexuality to individuals with special needs with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders. It also links to additional resources.
Language
English
Material Type
Website
Online
URLs
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Ectopic pregnancy

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113050
[Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW933_EctopicPregancy_2014.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW933
This pamphlet provides information about ectopic pregnancy, including what it is, how do you know if you have an ectopic pregnancy, what tests you need, and what the treatment options are.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW933_EctopicPregancy_2014.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link to view or print.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
PDF: 4 p.
Subject
Women's Health. Gynecology
Pregnancy Complications
Abstract
This pamphlet provides information about ectopic pregnancy, including what it is, how do you know if you have an ectopic pregnancy, what tests you need, and what the treatment options are.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW933
Images
URLs
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