Hazard Information

Pandemic occurs when an infectious disease spreads throughout the global population.

Pandemics may arise from a new strain of influenza. Since the virus is new, the human population is likely to have little to no immunity against it.

Safety Tips

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for about 15 seconds, including:

  • before and after eating;

  • after you have been in a public place;

  • after using the washroom;

  • after coughing and sneezing;

  • after touching surfaces that other people also touch.

• Stay healthy by eating well, drinking lots of water, getting regular exercise and plenty of rest

• Get your annual flu shot

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.

• If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

The Ministry of Health works with local public health units and healthcare providers to prepare for a flu pandemic:

• monitor flu in Woodlandia and in the rest of the world;

• stockpile antiviral drugs and equipment;

• deploy drugs and protective equipment to where they are needed quickly;

• develop emergency plans for delivering healthcare services;

• administer vaccines as they become available.

Prepare Now

Add these items to your emergency survival kit:

• Alcohol-based hand sanitizer that’s between 60 and 90% alcohol

• Medicines for headaches, coughs and fevers

• Thermometer

• Anti-diarrheal medication

• Drinks with electrolytes

Learn about different emergencies and how to be prepared.

Emergencies can strike anywhere, at any time.

Disaster Relief Assistance

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