A pandemic is an infectious disease or condition that attacks a large portion of the population in different parts of the world at the same time.
Find out more about Saanich's response to COVID-19, Community Resources and General Resources and Financial Assistance.
Protect yourself and your family
- Take common sense precautions to prevent the spread of germs and practice good health habits:
- Regularly wash your hands with warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds
- Before and after eating.
- After going to the bathroom or changing diapers.
- After coughing and sneezing.
- Before and after you care for someone who is sick.
- After touching surfaces that others may have contaminated.
- Cough and sneeze into a tissue or your elbow to avoid contaminating your hands.
- Promptly throw away used tissues.
- Frequently clean and disinfect household surfaces like door handles, remote controls, phones and light switches.
- Avoid sick people.
The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) website contains the latest information about pandemics, particularly as they relate to the health and well-being of British Columbians. Follow the BCCDC on Twitter for the latest information @CDCofBC.
