Health Care in Canada: Being Prepared for the Holidays

What you can do to avoid problems is simply be prepared. Here is a checklist to consider:

Call your doctor’s office and your local pharmacy to find out what their hours will be over the holidays.

Get a flu shot. Your family doctor can offer this service or refer you to the nearest clinic.

Medication and medical equipment. Make sure that everyone in your family has enough of their medications, both prescription and non-prescription, to last over the holiday season. Don’t forget needles, alcohol swabs, etc. Also check inhalers, respirators, oxygen and glucose testing machines.

Batteries. Have extra batteries on hand for equipment such as electric wheelchairs.

Medical checkup. If you are due for a checkup or tests, try to schedule them before the holidays.

Update all emergency telephone numbers and post them in a visible place (e.g. your refrigerator).

Remind visiting family members and friends to bring their health care and health insurance information.

Article from Your Health. Halton Healthcare Services Community Report, Fall 2005.

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