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Patient safety in Canada : an update

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18479
Canadian Institute for Health Information. [Ottawa, ON]: Canadian Institute for Health Information , 2007.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Canadian Institute for Health Information
Place of Publication
[Ottawa, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Institute for Health Information
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Health Personnel - standards
Safety Management
Patient Care - standards
Medical Errors - prevention & control
Liability, Legal
Canada
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
PDF available to download from this site
Read Online
https://secure.cihi.ca/estore/productFamily.htm?pf=PFC1088&lang=en&media=0
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Role of healthcare work environments in shaping safety culture

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18478
Lowe, Graham S. [Toronto, ON]: Longwoods Pub. , 2008.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Safety culture
Author
Lowe, Graham S
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Longwoods Pub.
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Medical Errors - prevention & control
Workplace
Health Personnel
Safety Management
Liability, Legal
Patient Care - standards
Canada
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://cprn.org/documents/49889_EN.pdf
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Patient safety and quality : an evidence-based handbook for nurses

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16421
United States. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Rockville, MD: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality , 2008.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WY100 P298h 2008
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
v.1: Patient safety and quality; Evidence-based practice; Patient-centered care; v.2: Working conditions : work environment; Critical opportunities for patient safety and quality; v.3: Tools for improvement
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
United States. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Editor
Hughes, Ronda G
Place of Publication
Rockville, MD
Publisher
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
3v.
Series
AHRQ publication no. 08-0043
Subjects
Patient Care - standards
Patient Care - nursing
Nursing
Safety Management - standards
Health Facilities - organization & administration
Quality Assurance, Health Care
Medical Errors - prevention & control
Patient-Centered Care
Quality of Health Care
Occupational Health
Patient Care Management
Evidence-Based Medicine
Abstract
v.1: Patient safety and quality
Evidence-based practice
Patient-centered care
v.2: Working conditions : work environment
Critical opportunities for patient safety and quality
v.3: Tools for improvement
ISBN
978587633539 (v.1)
978587633546 (v.2)
978587633553 (v.3)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WY100 P298h 2008
Read Online
http://www.ahrq.gov/qual/nurseshdbk/nurseshdbk.pdf

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Patient safety, medical error and tort law : an international comparison : final report

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18475
Gilmour, Joan M. Edmonton, AB: Canadian Patient Safety Institute , 2006.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Gilmour, Joan M
Corporate Author
Canadian Patient Safety Institute
Place of Publication
Edmonton, AB
Publisher
Canadian Patient Safety Institute
Publication Date
2006
Subjects
Medical Errors - legislation & jurisprudence
Medical Errors - prevention & control
Safety Management
Patients
Liability, Legal
Canada
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://apps.osgoode.yorku.ca/osgmedia.nsf/0/094676DE3FAD06A5852572330059253C/$FILE/FinalReport_Full.pdf
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Report of the Task Force on Adverse Health Events : Newfoundland and Labrador

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18477
Thompson, Robert C. St. John's, NL: Government of Newfoundland and Labrador , 2008.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  2 read online  
Author
Thompson, Robert C
Corporate Author
Task Force on Adverse Health Events (N.L.)
Place of Publication
St. John's, NL
Publisher
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Mandatory reporting
Safety Management - methods
Medical Errors - prevention & control
Newfoundland and Labrador
Liability, Legal
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.gov.nl.ca/ahe/report.html
http://www.gov.nl.ca/ahe/AEHealthReport.pdf
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How healthy are you? Self-assessment quiz

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18450
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs , 2009?.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Prevention Programs
Publication Date
2009?
Subjects
Health Promotion
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Risk Factors
Life Style
Health Behavior
BC Cancer Agency
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Pamphlet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/prevention-and-screening-site/Documents/Prevention/BCCA12_HHAY_brochure_web1.pdf
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/health-info/prevention-screening/prevention
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Commission of inquiry on hormone receptor testing

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17798
Cameron, Margaret A. St. John's, NL: Government of Newfoundland and Labrador , 2009.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WP141 C182 2009
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
v.1: Investigation and findings; v.2: Looking forward...policy papers; v.3: Appendices
More Information
  4 read online  
Author
Cameron, Margaret A
Corporate Author
Commission of Inquiry on Hormone Receptor Testing
Place of Publication
St. John's, NL
Publisher
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
3 v. ; 25 cm.
Subjects
Diagnostic Errors
Breast Neoplasms - diagnosis
Receptors, Estrogen
Receptors, Progesterone
Laboratories, Hospital
Pathology, Clinical
Quality Assurance, Health Care
Cancer Care Facilities
Oncology Service, Hospital
Newfoundland and Labrador
Canada
Abstract
v.1: Investigation and findings
v.2: Looking forward...policy papers
v.3: Appendices
ISSN
9781551463490 (v.1)
9781551463506 (v.2)
9781551463513 (v.3)
9781551463537 (PDF Website)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP141 C182 2009
Read Online
http://www.releases.gov.nl.ca/releases/2009/health/CameronInquiry.pdf
http://www.cihrt.nl.ca/Final%20Report/Volume%201%20Investigation%20and%20Findings.pdf
http://www.cihrt.nl.ca/Final%20Report/Volume%202%20-%20Looking%20Forward%20...%20Policy%20Papers.pdf
http://www.cihrt.nl.ca/Final%20Report/Volume%203%20Final%20Appendices.pdf

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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What to expect : a patient's guide to the BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18108
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre | Cedarwood Productions Inc. , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ24 B863v 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Your first visit
A new patient guide to the BC Cancer Agency
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Cedarwood Productions Inc.
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
1/2 inch : colour ; 20 minutes
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island Cancer Centre
Cancer Care Facilities
British Columbia
Patient Education Handout
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Call Number
QZ24 B863v 2008
Read Online
http://learn.phsa.ca/bcca/patientvisit/VIC_new%20patient_flv_loader.html

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Archives Available
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What to expect : a patient's guide to the BC Cancer Agency Vancouver Island Centre

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17573
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre. [Victoria, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre | Cedarwood Productions Inc. , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ24 B863v 2008
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Your first visit
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency. Vancouver Island Centre
Cedarwood Productions Inc.
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
20 minutes
Subjects
BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver Island Cancer Centre
Cancer Care Facilities
British Columbia
Patient Education Handout
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Victoria Library
Call Number
QZ24 B863v 2008
Read Online
http://learn.phsa.ca/bcca/patientvisit/VIC_new%20patient_flv_loader.html

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Archives Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Library Available
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Developing change management skills : a resource for health care professionals and managers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15509
Iles, Valerie, Cranfield, Steve. London, UK: NHS Service Delivery and Organization (SDO) R & D Programme , 2004.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Alternate Title
Managing change in the NHS
Author
Iles, Valerie
Cranfield, Steve
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
NHS Service Delivery and Organization (SDO) R & D Programme
Publication Date
2004
Subjects
Personnel Management
Leadership
Management Quality Circles
Health Services Administration
Organizational Innovation
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.netscc.ac.uk/hsdr/files/adhoc/change-management-developing-skills.pdf
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Patient experiences with ambulatory cancer care in British Columbia, 2005/06

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17560
Watson, Diane E, Peterson, Sandra, Mooney, Dawn. [Vancouver, BC?]: UBC Centre for Health Services and Policy Research , 2007.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Watson, Diane E
Peterson, Sandra
Mooney, Dawn
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
UBC Centre for Health Services and Policy Research
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - therapy
Ambulatory Care
Health Services Accessibility
Patient Satisfaction
Cancer Patients
Cancer Care Facilities
Health Care Surveys
Data Collection
British Columbia
ISBN
1897085117
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.chspr.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/publication_files/chspr07-04.pdf
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Radiation safety aspects of brachytherapy for prostate cancer using permanently implanted sources

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15522
International Commission on Radiological Protection. New York, NY: Elsevier , 2005.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WN650 I53 2005 v.98
Radiation safety aspects of brachytherapy for prostate cancer using permanently implanted sources. A report of ICRP publication 98. Ann ICRP> 2005; 35(3) : iii-vi, 3-50. Review Erratum in: Ann ICRP 2005; 35(4) :141.
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
International Commission on Radiological Protection
Editor
Valentin, J
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
2005
Series
ICRP Publication 98
Annals of the ICRP 35 : 3
Subjects
Prostatic Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Brachytherapy
Radiotherapy Dosage
Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Safety - standards
Radiation Injuries - prevention & control
Radiation Protection - methods
Abstract
Radiation safety aspects of brachytherapy for prostate cancer using permanently implanted sources. A report of ICRP publication 98. Ann ICRP> 2005; 35(3) : iii-vi, 3-50. Review Erratum in: Ann ICRP 2005; 35(4) :141.
ISBN
9780080446592
0080446590
ISSN
0146-6453
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Call Number
WN650 I53 2005 v.98
Read Online
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/01466453/35/3
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Bone metastases : helping you to help yourself : a guide for patients diagnosed with bone metastases

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17856
[Toronto, ON]: Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WE258 B712g 2008
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Editor
Goh, Philiz
Fitch, Margaret
Chow, Edward
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
103 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Bone Neoplasms - secondary
Bone Neoplasms - radiotherapy
Neoplasms - complications
Neoplasm Metastasis
Palliative Care
Fatigue
Pain
Spinal Fractures - therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
WE258 B712g 2008
Read Online
http://sunnybrook.ca/content/?page=occ-bone-pated
http://sunnybrook.ca/uploads/Bone_Mets_Patient_Booklet.pdf

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.2 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Multicultural health care : a quality improvement guide

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog16573
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), Eli Lilly and Company. Indianapolis, IN: Eli Lilly and Company , 2007.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
Eli Lilly and Company
Place of Publication
Indianapolis, IN
Publisher
Eli Lilly and Company
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Cross-Cultural Comparison
Delivery of Health Care
Patient-Centered Care
Cultural Diversity
Ethnic Groups
Professional-Patient Relations
Quality Assurance, Health Care
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.ncqa.org/Portals/0/HEDISQM/CLAS/CLAS_toolkit.pdf
http://www.ncqa.org/tabid/676/Default.aspx
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From cancer patient to cancer survivor : lost in transition

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14486
Hewitt, Maria, Greenfield, Sheldon, Stovall, Ellen. Washington, DC: National Academies Press , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 F931 2005
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Hewitt, Maria
Greenfield, Sheldon
Stovall, Ellen
Corporate Author
National Cancer Policy Board (U.S.). Committee on Cancer Survivorship : Improving Care and Quality of Life
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
National Academies Press
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
xxv, 506 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - therapy
Continuity of Patient Care
Quality of Health Care
Survival Rate
Survivors
United States
ISBN
0309095956
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 F931 2005
Website Notes
Downloadable PDF available from website.
Read Online
http://www.nap.edu/catalog/11468/from-cancer-patient-to-cancer-survivor-lost-in-transition

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency ARHCC Cancer Info Ctr On Loan, due Thursday, May 30, 2024
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VIC Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency KEL Library Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Cancer Info Ctr Available
c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Ionizing radiation, part 1 : X- and gamma (y)-radiation and neutrons

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog1997
International Agency for Research on Cancer. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2000.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2000 v.75
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2000
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 75
Subjects
Neoplasms, Radiation Induced
Radiation, Ionizing
Gamma Rays
Neutrons
ISBN
9283212754
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2000 v.75
Read Online
http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Monographs/vol75/index.php
http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Monographs/vol75/mono75.pdf

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c.1 BC Cancer Agency VAN Library Available
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Fine needle aspiration biopsy : patient information brochure

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17695
BC Cancer Agency. Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Clinic. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Cancer Agency , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
BC Cancer Agency. Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Clinic
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Cancer Agency
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Biopsy, Fine-Needle
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Neoplasms - diagnosis
BC Cancer Agency
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening-site/Documents/FineNeedleAspirationBiopsybrochureNov08.pdf
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Interpreting the volume-outcome relationship in the context of cancer care

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9680
National Cancer Policy Board (U.S.). Washington, DC: National Academy Press , 2001.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ266 I61h 2001
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
National Cancer Policy Board (U.S.)
Editor
Hewitt, Maria
Petitti, Diana
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
National Academy Press
Publication Date
2001
Subjects
Outcome Assessment (Health Care)
Quality Assurance, Health Care
ISBN
0309075866
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Call Number
QZ266 I61h 2001
Read Online
http://www.nap.edu/catalog/10160.html
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On target : ensuring geometric accuracy in radiotherapy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113475
Royal College of Radiologists. London: Royal College of Radiologists , 2008.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
Royal College of Radiologists
Place of Publication
London
Publisher
Royal College of Radiologists
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy Setup Errors
Diagnostic Imaging
Radiology
Practice Guideline
ISBN
9781905034338
Language
English
Material Type
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
https://www.rcr.ac.uk/publication/target-ensuring-geometric-accuracy-radiotherapy
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Knowledge translation : introduction to models, strategies, and measures

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21407
Sudsawad, Pimjai. Austin, TX: Southwest Educational Development Laboratory, National Center for the Dissemination of Disability Research , 2007.
Audience
Professional
More Information
  2 read online  
Author
Sudsawad, Pimjai
Place of Publication
Austin, TX
Publisher
Southwest Educational Development Laboratory, National Center for the Dissemination of Disability Research
Publication Date
2007
Subjects
Knowledge Management
Health Services Research
Delivery of Health Care
Public Health
Communication
Research
Organizational Case Studies
Translational Research - methods
Diffusion of Innovation
Social Marketing
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Read Online
http://www.ncddr.org/kt/products/ktintro/
http://www.ktdrr.org/ktlibrary/articles_pubs/ktmodels/ktintro.pdf
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