Pandemic flu warning prompts personal preparedness plan
Experts warn that a H1N1 pandemic could return in fall, disrupting services and affecting up to 30 percent of people. Officials urge individuals to prepare emergency kits covering 72 hours to two weeks, with plans for caregiving, food, meds, money, and back-ups, plus health information sheets. A garden beet weighing 5.2 pounds was also noted.
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Food and Water Supplies Listed for Aid Distribution
The document itemizes ready to eat canned meats canned fruit drink sauce canned vegetables soup protein bars dry cereal and granola peanut butter and nuts crackers canned juices tetra packed milk or soy beverage if applicable canned or jarred baby food formula and pet food and water needs.
Health Supplies List From Public Health Agency of Canada
Public Health Agency of Canada outlines essential health supplies including pain relievers such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, cough and cold medicine, anti-diarrheal medicine, oral rehydration fluids, prescribed items like glucose meters and blood pressure monitoring gear, thermometers, and accessibility equipment for persons with disabilities.
Emergency prep list for potential water shortage
The items include soap and alcohol hand sanitizer, wind up radio or flashlight, batteries, manual can opener, garbage bags, tissues, toilet paper, candles and matches, a general first aid kit, extra car keys, cash for pay phones, feminine hygiene products, disposable diapers and wipes.
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