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Key recommendations for staff and volunteers on harm reduction services in time of Covid-19 crisis.
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How do you put on and take off a single-use mask? Graphic guidance on step by step process. Poster in English and French. Flyer in English and French.
Game, Guidance material
Coronavirus Bilou’s advices poster is available in English, Spanish, French and Arabic.
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This document expands on the content of the Operational planning guidelines to support country preparedness and response. It provides guidance on a set of targeted immediate actions that countries should consider at national, regional, and local leve...
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Ambulance responders should ensure they use the appropriate PPE to limit droplet transmission from patients with suspected COVID-19 if they are going to be within 2 metres of the patient. • Place a surgical mask on the patient (if tolerated). • L...
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First Responders & Transporting staff should wear: • Medical/surgical mask (suspected or confirmed covid-19 cases) • Gowns/Tyvek suit (suspected or confirmed covid-19 cases) • Examination Gloves (always) • Eye protection (suspected or con...
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This document outlines infection prevention precautions when managing patients with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infection requiring assessment or transportation by ambulance responders. This information sheet should be read in conjunction with th...
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Effective communication among clinicians requesting emergency transport of a patient with possible or known SARS-CoV disease, EMS personnel, and receiving facilities is necessary to ensure the appropriate protection of healthcare workers. Guidance fr...
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This document provides general guidance for Emergency Medical Service (EMS) preparedness and response to COVID-19. At a local and state level, regulations and resource configurations may vary. In addition to these recommendations, EMS agencies should...