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  2. Health Care Directives

    ... that a patient has asked to be followed if they become unable to communicate or make decisions for themselves. This document is sometimes called a living will or advance care plan . Most Canadian provinces...


  3. Sexuality – Breaking the Silence

    ... being? Illness can affect our sexuality in many different ways. The side effects of treatments for many diseases, including cancer, can cause fatigue. This is often identified as the number one obstacle...


  4. Depression

    ... on their own. Depression is different from feeling occasionally sad or “blue” in that it can last for weeks, months, or even years. Fortunately, most people find that medication and therapy work well...


  5. Don't use the 'D' word: Exploring myths about children and death

    ... experiences of these processes have changed dramatically over the last century. Most responsible for this change is the advancement of modern medicine. We have come to expect that new drugs and treatments...


  6. Shortness of Breath

    By: Mike Harlos MD, CCFP(PC), FCFP What is shortness of breath? The medical term for shortness of breath is dyspnea. It is defined as an uncomfortable awareness of breathing. People who are experiencing...


  7. Sleep Disturbance

    ... Many people find they sleep better if they get more fresh air and exercise. Yet this is difficult for someone with a serious illness. Someone who is seriously ill spends more and more of the day lying...


  8. Help with Toileting

    By: CVH Team For some people, the prospect of either giving or receiving assistance with toileting can be a source of embarrassment. A matter-of-fact approach is best. If the person is able to get to...


  9. Talking with children and youth about death

    By: Lysa Toye MSW, RSW, DipEXAT (An explanatory note: Adults caring for children are not always their parents. They may be grandparents, aunts and uncles, siblings or foster parents - particularly when...


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  11. How should pain (fentanyl) medication patches be safely disposed of at home?

    ... pain. The patches should be applied and removed as ordered by the doctor and only on the person for whom they were prescribed. Pain patches should not be placed in the garbage! There is still medication...


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  13. Bereavement Training for Professionals

    Bereavement Training for Professionals Living Through Loss Counselling Society of B. C. 09/12/2011 01/31/2020 Living through Loss Counselling Society of BC will be providing training for social workers,...


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