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Intranasal dexmedetomidine for sedation: Information sheet

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125249
Sedation Clinical Resources. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2024.
URL
https://shop.healthcarebc.ca/phsa/BCWH_2/Pharmacy,%20Therapeutics%20and%20Nutrition/C-05-14-62958.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Your health-care provider has recommended that your child receive a medication called; dexmedetomidine before their procedure. The medication is also called Precedex. It will help; your child feel comfortable during their procedure. This handout explains how your child will receive this medication,…
  1 url  
URL
https://shop.healthcarebc.ca/phsa/BCWH_2/Pharmacy,%20Therapeutics%20and%20Nutrition/C-05-14-62958.pdf
Corporate Author
Sedation Clinical Resources
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2024
Subject
Sedation
Abstract
Your health-care provider has recommended that your child receive a medication called
dexmedetomidine before their procedure. The medication is also called Precedex. It will help
your child feel comfortable during their procedure. This handout explains how your child will receive this medication, and common effects.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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After your child's IUD insertion: Information for parents and caregivers

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog125241
Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology. BC Children's Hospital , 2023.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-IUD-instructions.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
How to care for your child at home, after your child gets an intrauterine device (IUD). Includes when to get help.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-IUD-instructions.pdf
Corporate Author
Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2023
Physical Description
PDF; 2 pages
Subject
Contraceptive Devices
Abstract
How to care for your child at home, after your child gets an intrauterine device (IUD). Includes when to get help.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Fractures, casts and splints: Information for Parents and Caregivers after your visit to the Emergency Department

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog111648
Orthopedic Clinic, Emergency Department. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2022.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/Library/pdf/Pamphlets/BCCH1011_cast_splint.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1011
This pamphlet describes common fractures, how bones heal, different kinds of casts and splints, how to take care of the injured limb, and information about how the cast is removed.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/Library/pdf/Pamphlets/BCCH1011_cast_splint.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the above link to view.
Corporate Author
Orthopedic Clinic
Emergency Department
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
PDF file: 8 p.
Subject
Cast Care
Fractures
Splints
Abstract
This pamphlet describes common fractures, how bones heal, different kinds of casts and splints, how to take care of the injured limb, and information about how the cast is removed.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCCH1011
Images
URLs
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Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) surgery

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog103757
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose & Throat). Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_RRPsurgery.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Learn what to expect after your child has surgery for recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP). Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_RRPsurgery.pdf
Corporate Author
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose & Throat)
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF; 1 p.
Subject
Laryngeal Papillomas
Larynx. Laryngeal Disorders
Ear/Nose/Throat-Surgery. Otolaryngological Surgery
Abstract
Learn what to expect after your child has surgery for recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP). Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Preauricular sinus removal

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog104309
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT- Ear, Nose & Throat). Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_PreauricularSinusRemoval.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Learn what to expect after your child has preauricular sinus removal surgery. Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_PreauricularSinusRemoval.pdf
Corporate Author
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT- Ear, Nose & Throat)
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF: 2 p.
Subject
Ear. Ear Diseases
Preauricular Sinus
Ear/Nose/Throat-Surgery. Otolaryngological Surgery
Abstract
Learn what to expect after your child has preauricular sinus removal surgery. Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
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Unilateral choanal atresia repair

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog104622
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose & Throat). Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_UnilateralChoanalAtresiaRepair.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
This handout explains what to do before this surgery, and how to care for your child afterward. It also explains when to get help.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_UnilateralChoanalAtresiaRepair.pdf
Website Notes
Click on the above link to print.
Corporate Author
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose & Throat)
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF; 2 pages
Subject
Nose. Nose Diseases (includes Paranasal Sinuses)
Choanal Atresia
Ear/Nose/Throat-Surgery. Otolaryngological Surgery
Abstract
This handout explains what to do before this surgery, and how to care for your child afterward. It also explains when to get help.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
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 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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Tonsillectomy with or without adenoidectomy

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112726
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose & Throat). Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_Tonsillectomy.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Learn what to expect after your child has a tonsillectomy (surgery to remove their tonsils). Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_Tonsillectomy.pdf
Corporate Author
Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose & Throat)
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Tonsillitis. Tonsils & Adenoids
Surgery-Coping
Home Care-Children
Ear/Nose/Throat. Ear/Nose/Throat Diseases Otolaryngology
Abstract
Learn what to expect after your child has a tonsillectomy (surgery to remove their tonsils). Explains how to care for your child, and when to get help.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Images
URLs
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Autopsy information for parents

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113853
BC Children's and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Children's and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW020_AutopsyInformationforParents.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
CW020
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW020_AutopsyInformationforParents.pdf
Corporate Author
BC Children's and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Children's and BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF, 4 p.
Subject
Death and Dying
Autopsy
Notes
CW020
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
CW020
URLs
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Information about epidurals (Korean)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123101
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532Kor_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Kor
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/BCW532Kor_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:4 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
Korean
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Kor
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about epidurals (Punjabi)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123102
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532Pun_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Pun
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/BCW532Pun_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:4 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
Punjabi
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Pun
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about epidurals (Simplified Chinese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123103
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532SCh_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532SCh
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/BCW532SCh_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:4 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
Simplified Chinese
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532SCh
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about epidurals (Spanish)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123106
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532Spa_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Spa
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/BCW532Spa_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:4 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
Spanish
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Spa
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about epidurals (Traditional Chinese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123107
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532TCh_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532TCh
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/BCW532TCh_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:4 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
Traditional Chinese
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532TCh
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about epidurals (Vietnamese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123108
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW532Vie_Epidurals.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Vie
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/BCW532Vie_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:4 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
Vietnamese
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW532Vie
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about intravenous fentanyl (Punjabi)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123109
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766Pun_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Pun
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/BCW766Pun_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
Punjabi
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Pun
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about intravenous fentanyl (Simplified Chinese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123110
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766SCh_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766SCh
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/BCW766SCh_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
Simplified Chinese
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766SCh
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about intravenous fentanyl (Traditional Chinese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123111
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766TCh_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766TCh
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/BCW766TCh_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
Traditional Chinese
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766TCh
Images
URLs
Show Less

Information about intravenous fentanyl (Vietnamese)

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123112
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW766Vie_IVFentanyl.pdf
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Vie
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/BCW766Vie_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
Vietnamese
Material Type
Online
Handout
Call Number
BCW766Vie
Images
URLs
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