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As temperatures rise this week, follow these tips to help you stay cool. Remember to check on people who may be more susceptible to heat. For more info, visit: ow.ly/6mQ350Sv2PA #bcheat

Communities across BC should prepare for hotter than usual temperatures. Here are six ways to help stay safe and cool during extreme heat. Learn more at gov.bc.ca/ExtremeHeat

Heat can be a serious health risk for seniors, children and people living with chronic conditions like mental illness. Indoor heat can be especially dangerous if you don’t have access to a cool indoor environment. Find a cooling centre near you ow.ly/Ytop50SvCkl #BCHeat

If you are heading to the water to cool off in this hot weather, please remember these safety tips: Lifesaving Society BCYK #drowningprevention #watersafety #swimming #boating #paramedics

When it gets hot, spray your body down with water, wear a damp shirt, take a cool shower or bath, or sit with part of your body in water to cool down. Go to a shaded park, the pool, or air conditioned public building like community centres, libraries or malls.

Whether you're coming from far away or nearby, planning your visit to BC Children's Hospital will help ensure a smooth trip. Learn about what to bring, where to stay and how to get to the hospital: ow.ly/ZBv250S4r1J

BC Children's Hospital has already treated a dozen children for falls from windows and balconies in British Columbia this year, prompting a warning from health officials. READ MORE: trib.al/KvBPWvU trib.al/KvBPWvU

With temperatures rising, our hospital is seeing children attend the emergency department for warm-weather related injuries. Keep your children safe this summer by following the guidance in this post. Read more about summer safety: ow.ly/OgFv50SFAy0 #summersafety

The B.C. health system has been impacted by the global Crowdstrike disruption, which is impacting our networks and computers. We have implemented contingency plans to ensure that our services remain operational, and that patient care is not disrupted to the best of our ability.

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In case you missed it: Paramedic Public Information Officer Brian Twaites and BC Children's Hospital's Dr. Meghan Gilley spoke to Global BC about keeping kids safe this summer. Check out their advice on preventing window falls and drowning accidents: ow.ly/anPX50SIL08

Have a health concern? When you call 8-1-1 a health navigator can connect you to a nurse, dietitian, pharmacist or a doctor in BC. Visit HealthLink BC or call 8-1-1, available 24/7, for confidential health information and advice. HealthLinkBC.ca

With back-to-school fast approaching, it's important to make sure your kids are up to date on their immunizations. 💉 To book an appointment and learn more about school-aged immunizations visit vch.ca/en/immunizatio…

Did you know that practising #mindfulness can be beneficial? It can reduce stress, anxiety & depression, improve memory & concentration, lead to better sleep, strengthen our connection & relationships with others, and more. Try the Breathr app for free: keltymentalhealth.ca/breathr

Are your child's vaccinations up to date? Back-to-school is a great time to check. Vaccines help protect kids from diseases like measles, mumps and whooping cough. Book an appointment with a pharmacist, a clinic or your primary care provider. HealthLinkBC.ca/ChildhoodVacci…

We are one step closer to establishing a new, innovative centre ⁦BC Children's Hospital⁩ that will play a crucial role in caring for children and youth with complex health conditions as well as supporting their families and health-care providers. Provincial Health Services Authority news.gov.bc.ca/31350

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BC identified a presumptive positive case of H5 avian influenza in a person over the weekend. Samples have been sent to the National Microbiology Laboratory for confirmatory testing and further analysis. 1/3

Delivering smiles and decorating cookies! 😊 Elias Pettersson and Erik Brännström visit families at BC Children's Hospital for an afternoon of holiday joy!

A-choo! Remember, coughs and sneezes should go into your elbow, not your hands. Learn more about practising good cold and influenza season hygiene at: vch.ca/en/practise-go…