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Do you have #privacycurtains in your facility? Do you know how often they get cleaned and disinfected and/or replaced? Click to see which parts of the curtains are most #contaminated, and #recommendations on when to clean and disinfect &/or replace privacy curtains

Did you know Shingles can develop decades after someone had Chickenpox ? Recognizing it early is key for proper treatment and infection control. #vaccinessavelives #infectionprevention #shingles #varicellazoster #ipachub

📣 Something new from the HNHB IPAC Hub! We’re launching a monthly snapshot of IPAC learning opportunities and resources from trusted partners like Public Health Ontario and IPAC Canada. 📩 Watch your inbox for this month’s edition! #IPAC #InfectionPrevention

Public Health Ontario has released a new Point of Care Risk Assessment (PCRA) infographic to support and strengthen IPAC Routine Practices across healthcare settings. 🔗 publichealthontario.ca/-/media/Docume… #IPAC #PCRA #InfectionPrevention

📢 Service Update – Effective April 1, 2026 Public Health Ontario (PHO) will no longer supply specimen collection materials for laboratory testing. For a reference list of alternative suppliers, please see the link below publichealthontario.ca/-/media/Docume… #IPAC #PublicHealth

This Valentine’s Day, we’re recognizing sexual health as an important component of infection prevention in congregate care settings. Your actions can help reduce the spread of infections & support healthier environments for everyone #InfectionPrevention #SexualHealth #StaffRole

Tiny pest. Major infection risk. See how simple control methods and best-practices around cockroach management can help keep residents, staff, and families safe. 🪳 #infectioncontrol #pestcontrol #cockroach #cleaning

📣 Upcoming Live Webinar PHO Learning Exchange on managing iGAS outbreaks in congregate living settings. 🗓 Feb 11 | 🕛 12:00–1:30 pm EDT For more information and to register, please see the link below: publichealthontario.ca/en/Education-a…

📅 You may think it’s too early to start planning for the next respiratory virus season, but it’s not. Reflecting on lessons learned is a critical first step in prevention. #PreventionStartsWithPlanning #IPAC

Start the year off strong by reinforcing Infection Prevention and Control measures to help keep everyone safe and healthy! #infectionprevention #infectioncontrol #IPAC

In long-term care and retirement homes, residents are more vulnerable to respiratory illnesses. Universal masking can help to reduce the spread of viruses and keep everyone safer—residents, staff, and visitors.

Proper medical mask use is a key part of infection prevention 🧼😷 This post breaks down the correct steps for safe and effective protection. #Infectioncontrol #infectionprevention #medicalmask

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Part 1:🦠 Influenza A Outbreak Update (2025–2026) Influenza A (H3N2) is spreading this flu season. Swipe ➡️ to learn what this means for staff. Questions about outbreaks or antivirals? Contact your local Public Health Unit. #InfluenzaA #IPAC #FluSeason #OutbreakManagement

Flu activity is rising. Simple actions help protect those most vulnerable. Let’s keep gatherings safe. ✨

Flu season is here! 5 reasons to get your shot: protect yourself, your family, your community, your time, and your peace of mind. #influenza #ipac #infectioncontrol

The Public Health Ontario Laboratory (PHOL) has recently changed its respiratory testing for institutions. Swipe to see how it could affect you. Happy swabbing! #RespiratoryHealth #outbreakprevention

Cohorting is an important strategic infection control measure. By placing individuals with the same infection together (and separating those who aren't infected), we reduce transmission risks, optimize staffing, and strengthen overall resident and staff safety. #infectioncontrol

🦠 World AMR Awareness Week • Nov 18–24 AMR makes infections harder to treat and threatens the future of modern medicine. ✨ Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future ✨ #AMR #IPAC

Respiratory virus season is here. 🦠 Here are 5 key steps for effective outbreak management to support early recognition, control measures, and clear communication. Looking for Public Health Ontario IPAC resources? ➡️publichealthontario.ca/en/health-topi…