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Extreme Heat Events

Extreme Heat Events

  • Watch an Extreme Heat Video Video

Heat-Health Brochures

  • (2011) It's way too hot! Protect Yourself from Extreme Heat
  • (2011) Keep children cool! Protect Your Child from Extreme Heat
  • (2011) You're active in the heat. You're at risk! Protect Yourself from Extreme Heat

Resources for Health Care Workers

  • Acute Care During Extreme Heat: Recommendations and Information for Health Care Workers
  • Community Care During Extreme Heat: Heat Illness: Prevention and Preliminary Care
  • Extreme Heat Events Guidelines: User Guide for Health Care Workers and Health Administrators (PDF)
  • Health Facilities Preparation for Extreme Heat: Recommendations for Retirement and Care Facility Managers
  • Extreme Heat Course for Health Care Workers New

Health information on extreme heat events can also be found on the following links:

  • Health Canada
  • Ontario Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care

For more information call
DURHAM REGION HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Environmental Help Line at 905-723-3818 or 1-888-777-9613

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