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Stay Safe During Heatwave Season: Tips and Resources
As temperatures rise during the summer months, it's essential to stay informed and take precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones from the dangers of extreme heat. Here are some tips and resources to help you stay safe during heatwave season:
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid sugary or alcoholic beverages, as they can cause dehydration.
- Stay Cool: Seek out air-conditioned spaces such as shopping malls, libraries, or community centers during the hottest parts of the day. If you don't have access to air conditioning, use fans and take cool showers to lower your body temperature.
- Dress Appropriately: Wear lightweight, light-coloured clothing made of breathable fabrics such as cotton. Avoid dark colours, as they absorb heat.
- Check on Vulnerable Individuals: Keep an eye on elderly family members, young children, and individuals with chronic illnesses, as they are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Make sure they have access to cool spaces and are staying hydrated.
- Be Sun Smart: Wear sunscreen with a high SPF and reapply it regularly, especially if you're spending time outdoors. Wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses to protect your face and eyes from the sun's harmful rays.
- Know the Signs of Heat-Related Illness: Symptoms of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and headache. If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, move to a cooler place, drink water, and seek medical attention if necessary.
In addition to these tips, click here to find information on preparing for heat events and what to know about the different types of heat alerts.
New! Opioid Treatment Access Line
Opioid Treatment Access Line is a dedicated service designed to support individuals seeking immediate access to opioid agonist treatment (OAT). This resource connects people to same-day treatment options, including methadone, Suboxone, and other forms of medication-assisted therapy.
The Opioid Treatment Access Line is staffed by experienced professionals who provide guidance, referrals, and support to individuals navigating opioid use treatment options. Whether you are looking for help for yourself, a loved one, or a client, this service ensures rapid access to the care and treatment needed.
For more details, click here or call the Opioid Treatment Access Line at [1-833-804-8111] to speak with a support specialist.
The Richmond Division of Family Practice (RDFP) supports Richmond Family Physicians with health system improvement to enable better patient care: in their profession, in their practice, and with health system evolution.
Visit the RDFP website's patient section for information on Get Care in Richmond
Richmond Primary Care Network (PCN)
Richmond PCN is proud to offer patients access to the following clinical services:
- Clinical Counsellor
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Chronic Disease Management Nurse
- Dietician
- Frail Seniors Team
- Occupational Therapist
- Physiotherapist
- Social Worker
Richmond PCN is proud to offer patients access to the following non-clinical services:
Social Prescribing Program - Richmond via the Richmond Primary Care Network (PCN)Community Link Worker
Richmond residents who need a Family Physician (FP) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) should visit the Richmond Health Connect Registry to register for the Richmond patient attachment waitlist. You can also register family members or people in your care. To register, you will need to provide the Personal Health Number (PHN), B.C. home address, and contact information for each person being registered. The current approximate wait time will be displayed when you register. You can also update Health Connect Registry contact details by dialing 8-1-1 (7-1-1 for those deaf or hard of hearing). A HealthLink BC health service navigator will ask for the Personal Health Number(s) for each account being updated.
For more information, please visit the Health Connect Registry Pathways page
Call 8-1-1
it's a free-of-charge provincial health information and advice
phone line available in British Columbia. The phone line is
operated by HealthLink BC, which is part of the Ministry of Health.
You can speak to a health service navigator, who can help you
find health information and services; or connect you directly
with a registered nurse, a registered dietitian, a qualified
exercise professional, or a pharmacist.
For more information, please visit the 8-1-1 Pathways page
For more information, please visit the 8-1-1 Pathways page
How to use the Pathways website
How to use the search directory:
Are you looking for community services and programs on our website? We have created a short informational video to help you find resources quickly.
