Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. Parrish Healthcare urges our community to be prepared and stay safe. Your health and safety remain our top priorities before, during and after any storm. Following are a few important medical reminders to help you be prepared.
Get a 30-Day Supply of Necessary Medications: We encourage you to have a 30-day supply on hand. It is important to make your medication plan now. This plan should include speaking with a health insurance representative, pharmacist or your physician about options to acquire extra medications, one of which may include paying cash for your 30-day supply.
Please note, Florida Law allows for early prescription refills in the event the Governor issues an executive order declaring a state of emergency.
Call Your Dialysis Center for a Temporary Plan of Care: Please call your dialysis center to create a plan of action for your care. Do not miss a treatment prior to bad weather and make sure to follow your doctor-ordered diet very closely.
Please note: Special Needs Shelters do not offer dialysis and some centers may be closed during a hurricane.
Please note: Parrish Medical Center (the hospital) is not a designated shelter and does not take evacuees.
If Oxygen Dependent, Make Shelter Arrangements: Individuals who are oxygen dependent may be eligible for a Special Needs Shelter. Eligibility is based on medical needs and availability. Be prepared. Be sure to fill your oxygen tanks when a storm approaches. At a minimum, we encourage you to have two days’ worth of oxygen on hand.
