•Th e IF P• H al to n H ill s • Th ur sd ay , D ec em be r 1 9, 2 01 3 2 Know Your Health Care Options Fill out the chart below and keep it handy over the holiday season. www.haltonhealthcare.com News aNd INformatIoN from GeorGetowN HosPItaL december 2013 georgetown • milton • oakville hospitals Tips for a safe and healthy holiday season: ✓ Wash your hands often ✓ Cover your cough ✓ Get your flu shot ✓ Plan ahead to have your prescriptions and medications filled so you don't run out ✓ If you are unwell, stay at home ✓ Have extra batteries on hand for necessary medical equipment ✓ Update all emergency telephone numbers and post them in a visible place if you do get sick: Call your family doctor first or visit a Walk-in Clinic. For a list of Walk-in Clinics and Pharmacies in your area, please visit www.FeelBetterFaster.ca. if you need emergency care: Call 911 or go to your closest Emergency Department. what to bring to the emergency Department: ✓ Your Ontario Health Insurance card and any additional health insurance information ✓ All medications in their original containers or a written list of any medications, herbal medications and vitamins you take regularly ✓ An updated list of any other important health related information such as allergies and past health issues remember: • Patients are seen by a doctor based on order of need, not time of arrival • Please consider the health of hospital patients and do not visit if you are ill, or feel unwell Santa is checking his list... have you checked yours? from Halton Healthcare Services, Georgetown Hospital Foundation & Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association 'Tis the Season Best wishes for a happy, healthy & safe Holiday Season! Best wishes for a happy, healthy & safe Holiday Season! Visit www.FeelBetterFaster.ca tip: Remember to renew your prescriptions before the holidays! Follow Us!