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… Weather Alerts page or downloading the WeatherCAN app . Emergency preparedness PreparedBC is British Columbia's … For tips on seasonal readiness, how to prepare an emergency plan and what to include in an emergency kit, visit PreparedBC: Public emergency …
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… Centre for Disease Control: Wildfire Smoke . On this page: Emergency preparedness Before a wildfire During a wildfire … information Health care for evacuees After a wildfire Emergency preparedness There are many things you can do to prepare before an emergency or disaster. During a wildfire, you will want to …
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… On this page: Exposure to hepatitis B, hepatitis C or HIV Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act Overview of the … immunodeficiency virus (HIV), you should go to your nearest emergency department immediately. It is important to have a … infection ( HealthLinkBC File #97 ). To find your nearest emergency department, search the HealthLink BC Directory or …
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… Staying healthy in the heat Extreme heat Extreme heat emergency Public weather alerts for British Columbia … Heat stroke Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency medical services as soon as you suspect or see the …
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… to Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C or HIV Voluntary testing Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act Notice of Intention to … of forms and steps to the Testing Order process under the Emergency Intervention Disclosure Act The below frequently … a risk assessment performed by a health professional at an emergency department. Prompt review is vital to ensure that …
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… (STIs), birth control options and more: Birth Control Emergency Contraception (EC) (HealthLinkBC File #91b) Preventing …
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… is close to your home. Learn what you can do before an emergency or disaster such as flooding, and what you can to … Dealing with stress and trauma After a flood Before a flood Emergency preparedness During flooding roads may be closed, … may be evacuated. Learn what you can do to prepare for an emergency and stay safe in advance of a potential evacuation …
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… it is important to respond quickly and follow these emergency steps: Give epinephrine auto-injector (for … suspected severe allergic reaction Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency service. Tell them someone is having a severe … as the doctor suggests (generally about 4 to 6 hours) Call emergency contact person (for example, a parent or a …
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… eyes, mouth and nose Making a decision to seek care The Emergency Room (ER) in hospitals can be very busy. For … conditions, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department. Some examples of emergencies include, … should be assessed by a doctor, their family doctor or an emergency room doctor, as soon as possible. They can get …
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… signs, contact your doctor right away or go to the nearest emergency. What should I do if I have symptoms of infection? … signs, contact your doctor right away or go to the nearest emergency room. You may also call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 to … and provide advice on when to see a doctor or visit the emergency room. Should everyone who had heart surgery, heart …
