Saskatchewan 
Saskatchewan: Province issues health advisory on air quality due to smoke from BC fires(0)
Saskatoon SK–The Saskatchewan Ministry of Health is warning residents to take precautions because of poor air quality in parts of the province due to smoke from British Columbia forest fires.
“People who are at higher risk, including persons with asthma and other respiratory and heart conditions should consider staying indoors with the windows closed to reduce [...]
Saskatchewan: Province entering high risk period for WNv
Saskatoon SK–The Ministry of Health is reminding Saskatchewan residents to take protective measures against mosquitoes, as the risk of exposure to West Nile Virus is beginning to increase.
There has been an increase in the number of Culex tarsalis mosquitoes in southern Saskatchewan over the last two weeks.
“The next two weeks will be critical in terms [...]
Saskatchewan: EMS and air medical reviews completed
Saskatoon–Health Minister Don McMorris today released reports on Saskatchewan’s road and air ambulance systems.
The reviews were initiated late last year to provide a basis for future planning and delivery of emergency medical services (EMS) in the province.
“These reports are the result of extensive consultation with health professionals, health regions and health sector stakeholders,” McMorris said, [...]
Saskatchewan: Tips for attending H1N1 vax clinics
Saskatchewan–In order to ensure smooth traffic flow in flu clinics and avoid long lineups, the Ministry of Health advises people wanting an H1N1 flu shot to:
* bring your Health card or other provincial ID;
* go to http://www.health.gov.sk.ca/flushot and download a consent form and factsheet about consent;
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