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Patient Education Resources

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Flexible Sigmoidoscopy - VG Site

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WI85-0188

A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test to look at part of your lower bowel and rectum (bum). This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French, Arabic, and Simplified Chinese.

Fluorescein Angiography (FA)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-0132

Fluorescein angiography (FA) shows the blood flow in your retina. It lets your eye doctor find any problems. Topics include: getting ready for the test, day of treatment, how the test is done, and what to expect after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Food Journal

| .pdf | PRINT CODE LC85-0593

This pamphlet explains how to fill out a food journal. It also includes space to write your goals for the week, examples of serving sizes from Canada’s Food Guide 2019, and a hunger/fullness rating scale.

Food Sources of Magnesium

| .pdf | PRINT CODE LC85-0128

Your body needs magnesium to keep your bones, muscles, and nervous system healthy. Magnesium can also help keep your blood pressure under control. This pamphlet lists how much magnesium you need, as well as foods high in magnesium.

Foods That May Raise Your Risk of Aspiration

| .pdf | PRINT CODE LC85-0529

Some people have problems swallowing. This means that some food or liquid may go into the airway. This is called aspiration. This pamphlet lists signs that you may have a swallowing problem, foods that can raise your risk of aspiration, and recommendations from your Swallow Team.

Forensic Mental Health Community Program

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WM85-2274

This pamphlet outlines the Forensic Mental Health Community Program, which is available to help after you are given a conditional discharge from the Criminal Code Review Board (CCRB) or after you are found not criminally responsible (NCR) for an offense and the court releases you to the community.

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