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FASD tool kit for aboriginal families

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog109165
Wemigwans, Jennifer, Cunningham, Mary. [Toronto, ON]: Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres , 2008.
URL
http://ofifc.org/sites/default/files/docs/FASD%20Toolkit%20-%202008-01.pdf
Material Type
Online
This Tool Kit was prepared as a "user-friendly" resource to help front line workers working with children, youth, adults and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD or FAS).
  1 url  
URL
http://ofifc.org/sites/default/files/docs/FASD%20Toolkit%20-%202008-01.pdf
Author
Wemigwans, Jennifer
Cunningham, Mary
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres
Publication Date
2008
Subject
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effects. FAS/FAE
Minority Health
Abstract
This Tool Kit was prepared as a "user-friendly" resource to help front line workers working with children, youth, adults and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD or FAS).
Language
English
Material Type
Online
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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What is mastitis and what can I do about it?

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog111901
[Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre , 2015.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW897_whatismastitis_2015.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW897
This pamphlet answers some of the most commonly asked questions about mastitis. (Mastitis is an infection of the breast tissue and/or milk ducts.)
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW897_whatismastitis_2015.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Breastfeeding
Breast Diseases-Diagnosis
Abstract
This pamphlet answers some of the most commonly asked questions about mastitis. (Mastitis is an infection of the breast tissue and/or milk ducts.)
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW897
Images
URLs
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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124169
London, UK: Mind , 2021.
URL
https://www.mind.org.uk/media/9117/pmdd-pdf-for-download-pdf-version.pdf
Material Type
Ebook
Online
Explains what PMDD is, including possible causes, symptoms and how to access treatment and support. Includes self-care tips for helping yourself, plus guidance for friends and family.
  1 url  
URL
https://www.mind.org.uk/media/9117/pmdd-pdf-for-download-pdf-version.pdf
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Mind
Publication Date
2021
Subject
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Menstruation
Abstract
Explains what PMDD is, including possible causes, symptoms and how to access treatment and support. Includes self-care tips for helping yourself, plus guidance for friends and family.
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Online
URLs
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Spinal headache and epidural blood patch

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123070
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_EpiduralBloodPatch.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Many people experience a headache after birth. A spinal headache is a special type of headache that people can have after an epidural or spinal anesthetic. It is caused by a hole in the spinal fluid sac, where the epidural went in.; This handout describes symptoms of spinal headaches. It also expla…
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_EpiduralBloodPatch.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Pain Control
Drug Delivery Systems
Childbirth
Drug Side Effects
Abstract
Many people experience a headache after birth. A spinal headache is a special type of headache that people can have after an epidural or spinal anesthetic. It is caused by a hole in the spinal fluid sac, where the epidural went in.
This handout describes symptoms of spinal headaches. It also explains how an epidural blood patch procedure can help. A blood patch uses your own blood to patch a hole in your spinal fluid sac.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Images
URLs
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What do I need to eat during pregnancy?

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113683
[Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2015.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW750_WhatToEatDuringPregnancy_2015.pdf
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW750_PrenatalNutritionCounsel_2015_Oct.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW750
  2 URLs  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW750_WhatToEatDuringPregnancy_2015.pdf
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW750_PrenatalNutritionCounsel_2015_Oct.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the links above to view/print the pamphlet
Link 1 is single pamphlet; link 2 is set of three.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
PDF files; 1 p.
Subject
Prenatal Care-Diet/Nutrition
Breastfeeding
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW750
URLs
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What you need to know about your PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog108523
IV Home Therapy Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2020.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1383_PiccNeedToKnow.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCCH1383
Information on what a PICC is, how to care for a PICC, and what to watch for.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1383_PiccNeedToKnow.pdf
Corporate Author
IV Home Therapy Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
PDF, 4 p.
Subject
Drug Delivery Systems
Medical Equipment and Supplies (general works; includes medical devices)
Abstract
Information on what a PICC is, how to care for a PICC, and what to watch for.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCCH1383
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URLs
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Understanding the British Columbia Early Learning Framework: From theory to practice

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog111059
Pacini-Ketchabaw, Veronica, Hoyland, Toni, Handley, Kathy. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Ministry of Education , 2009.
URL
www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/early-learning/teach/earlylearning/from_theory_to_practice.pdf
Material Type
Online
This booklet is a companion to the British Columbia Early Learning Framework. It provides ideas and suggestions to guide early learning practitioners for reflecting on the vision, principles and learning goals set out in the Framework. It also provides specific tools for using the Framework in you…
  1 url  
URL
www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/early-learning/teach/earlylearning/from_theory_to_practice.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to download.
Author
Pacini-Ketchabaw, Veronica
Hoyland, Toni
Handley, Kathy
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
BC Ministry of Education
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
Direct download
Subject
Early Intervention
Child Development
Abstract
This booklet is a companion to the British Columbia Early Learning Framework. It provides ideas and suggestions to guide early learning practitioners for reflecting on the vision, principles and learning goals set out in the Framework. It also provides specific tools for using the Framework in your practice.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
URLs
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How to support a woman in an abusive relationship

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112416
Women Abuse Response Program. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre , 2013.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW935_HowToSupportWomanInAbusiveRelationship_2013.pdf
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCW935
This pamphlet provides information and suggestions for how to support a woman who's currently in or has been in an abusive relationship.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW935_HowToSupportWomanInAbusiveRelationship_2013.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Corporate Author
Women Abuse Response Program
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
PDF file: 3 p.
Subject
Abusive Relationships
Abusive Relationships-Coping
Emotional Health
Abstract
This pamphlet provides information and suggestions for how to support a woman who's currently in or has been in an abusive relationship.
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCW935
Images
URLs
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Mirror Read: Mobile App (iOS)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124775
Mirror Read. , No Date.
URL
https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/mirror-read/id394381695
Material Type
Online
Mirror Read transforms reading, and learning, for everyone: Teachers, Parents, Students, Reading Professionals, Researchers, and everyone from around in the world who is looking to play in reverse - in any language
  1 url  
URL
https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/mirror-read/id394381695
Corporate Author
Mirror Read
Publication Date
No Date
Physical Description
Mobile App
Subject
Perceptual Ability
Learning Differences. Learning Disabilities
Child Development
Abstract
Mirror Read transforms reading, and learning, for everyone: Teachers, Parents, Students, Reading Professionals, Researchers, and everyone from around in the world who is looking to play in reverse - in any language
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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Where can I find? Information for patients and families: Where can I find?

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog106483
Child Life. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1415_WhereCanIFind_2014.pdf
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCCH1415
A guide to places and services in the neighborhood near BC Children's Hospital including:; Describes: amenities at the hospital and in the neighbourhood; parking on site; where to eat inside hospital; accommodation options and travel and transportation options.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1415_WhereCanIFind_2014.pdf
Author
Child Life
Corporate Author
Department of Learning and Development
Partners in Care
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
1 PDF file
Subject
Housing/Living Arrangements
Support Groups
Internet
Directories. Resource Guides
Maps
Hospital Food Services
Hospitals Services
Abstract
A guide to places and services in the neighborhood near BC Children's Hospital including:
Describes: amenities at the hospital and in the neighbourhood; parking on site; where to eat inside hospital; accommodation options and travel and transportation options.
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCCH1415
URLs
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What is a food challenge?

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog110848
Allergy Clinic. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1534_AllergyFoodChallenge_20014.pdf
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCCH1534
Information about the food challenge test to determine if your child is allergic to a specific food.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1534_AllergyFoodChallenge_20014.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print
Corporate Author
Allergy Clinic
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Allergies
Abstract
Information about the food challenge test to determine if your child is allergic to a specific food.
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCCH1534
Images
URLs
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What is heart catheterization

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112296
Cardiology Department. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2017.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/PDF/pamphlets/BCCH1119HeartCatheterization.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1119
Explains the heart catheterization procedure, including why your child may need it, what to expect during the procedure, how to prepare, and what to do after the procedure.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/PDF/pamphlets/BCCH1119HeartCatheterization.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link above to view or print.
Corporate Author
Cardiology Department
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
PDF: 2 p.
Subject
Heart/Heart Diseases-Children
Heart/Heart Diseases. Cardiology
Abstract
Explains the heart catheterization procedure, including why your child may need it, what to expect during the procedure, how to prepare, and what to do after the procedure.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1119
Images
URLs
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What is developmental Dysplasia of the Hip?

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113329
Orthopedics. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , February 2015.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1687_DevelopmentalDysplasiaDDH_2015.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1687
This pamphlet provides information on Developmental Dysplasia of the hip
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1687_DevelopmentalDysplasiaDDH_2015.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link to view or print.
Author
Orthopedics
Corporate Author
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
February 2015
Physical Description
pdf 14 pages
Subject
Hip. Hip Disorders
Abstract
This pamphlet provides information on Developmental Dysplasia of the hip
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1687
URLs
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Information about epidurals

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog109791
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532
Your care provider may suggest an epidural or combined spinal epidural (CSE) to help you manage pain through labour. This handout explains what an epidural is, how it is given, benefits, and risks for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532_Epidurals.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file:42 p.
Subject
Pain Control
Drug Delivery Systems
Childbirth
Abstract
Your care provider may suggest an epidural or combined spinal epidural (CSE) to help you manage pain through labour. This handout explains what an epidural is, how it is given, benefits, and risks for you and your baby.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532
Images
URLs
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About ureteral stents

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112870
Urology Clinic. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1671_AboutUreteralStents_2014.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1671
Includes information about Ureteral Stents, when they're used, what to expect after surgery, how to care for your child, and follow up appointments.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1671_AboutUreteralStents_2014.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Corporate Author
Urology Clinic
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
PDF: 5 p.
Subject
Urinary System
Abstract
Includes information about Ureteral Stents, when they're used, what to expect after surgery, how to care for your child, and follow up appointments.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1671
Images
URLs
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Reduced activity : What you can do

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122093
Physiotherapy Department. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW534_ReducedActivity.pdf
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCW534
Learn about safe exercises that are recommended when you are on reduced activity during pregnancy.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW534_ReducedActivity.pdf
Corporate Author
Physiotherapy Department
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
PDF; 2 p.
Subject
Prenatal Care-Fitness
Abstract
Learn about safe exercises that are recommended when you are on reduced activity during pregnancy.
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCW534
URLs
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Information about intravenous fentanyl

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog109670
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766_IVFentanyl.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 1 p.
Subject
Childbirth
Pain Control
Drug Action. Drug Interactions. Food and Drug Interactions
Abstract
Fentanyl offers a medium amount of pain relief during during labour. This overview explains how fentanyl is given during labour, and includes a list of possible side effects for you and your baby.
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766
Images
URLs
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Information for parents about Synagis

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112009
The Pharmacy Department. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's Hospital , 2015.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW96_RSV_Synagis_2015.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
CW96
This pamphlet provides information to parents about Synagis, a medication that helps a child's body fight off a serious respiratory syncytial virus, also called RSV.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW96_RSV_Synagis_2015.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the link above to view/print.
Corporate Author
The Pharmacy Department
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
PDF: 1 p.
Subject
Viral Diseases
Abstract
This pamphlet provides information to parents about Synagis, a medication that helps a child's body fight off a serious respiratory syncytial virus, also called RSV.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
CW96
Images
URLs
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