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a 8 Ry 8 § & 3 3 3 € 8 2 f=} s s fy 2 =z = i 2 zg s 6 € : 2 What you need to know before coming to the Emergency Department. The Emergency Department is for urgent, immediate and unscheduled healthcare services and is one of several choices to receive care. Expect Longer than Average Wait Times Due to the reduced operating hours of medical clinics and physician offices in the community during the holiday season, our Emergency Department wait times are expected to be longer. Patients are treated in order of urgency, not by arrival time. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Your Healthcare Options Remember, our hospital is always here for you if you need emergency medical care. However, if your condition is not urgent, you may be able to use another healthcare option to get the care you need, more quickly. Depending on the severity of your condition, your other healthcare options may include: © Calling your family doctor and talking to your pharmacist © Visiting an urgent care centre or walk-in clinic © Calling Health Connect Ontario: 1-866-797-0000 for access to a healthcare professional 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. What to bring to the Emergency Department? Updated list of related healthcare information such as allergies and past health issues. Children’s supplies and activities including diapers, bottles, blankets, comfort items and toys. ——— Your Ontario Health Card and additional health insurance information, as well your family physician's contact information. All your medications in their original =F containers or a written list of any medications, herbal remedies and vitamins you take regularly. Don’t forget to include the dosages and frequency of medications. Follow us on social media: [in] (¥] L¢] Georgetown Hospital Lnlelifela) Healthcare Milton District Hospital Paediatric Care Resources Like all hospitals in Ontario, we are seeing a higher number of patients, including children, coming to our Emergency Departments (ED). To help as a guide, Halton Healthcare's Paediatric team has developed a printable resource for parents and caregivers on when to seek ra i medical care of children ik ie with fever. Scan the QR rey Code for more information Fr! fay 7 St on our website. oe For even more specialized information from trusted paediatric experts, please visit AboutKidsHealth.ca, a resource on children’s health by SickKids. Feeling Overwhelmed? For many people, the holidays can be a stressful time. If you need help or would like to talk to someone, mental health support is available. For a list of local organizations available to help, please scan the QR Code. Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital Visit our website: www.haltonhealthcare.com