Healthy in the Heat: A guide to coping with hot weather and heatwaves
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Simple steps you can take to reduce your chances of becoming affected by the heat and unwell during very hot weather:
If you or someone you care for relies on power - for critical care medical equipment in the home or critical pharmacy-dispensed medication - developing an emergency management plan for lengthy, planned and unplanned power outages with your GP, pharmacy, carers, and family is essential.
There are four easy steps to creating an effective plan to protect your health during an extended power outage:
To get started, read the Do you depend on power (PDF 547KB) brochure for detailed information and referrals.