Flu Season
October 22, 2018
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Health Promotion

Is the flu shot necessary?

As flu season approaches, many may question whether to get the flu shot. In fact, a recent poll shows that only 60% of British Columbians actually plan on getting vaccinated this year.

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Identifying Risks Posed to Hospital and Community Health Staff in an Influenza Pandemic

Submitted by Doctors of BC on
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Health emergency
pandemic
influenza
personal protective equipment
Doctors of BC Position: Doctors of BC calls on the Ministry of Health to coordinate efforts between each municipality and regional district to identify risks posed to all essential hospital and community health care staff in the event of an influenza pandemic, in order to plan for the distribution of sufficient antiviral prophylaxis and barrier protective equipment to ensure the provision of a sustainable health care system.