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Poster describing how to use hand sanitizer
2018-12-14
A poster describing the steps to use hand sanitizer for infection prevention and control.
Guidance for Management of a Gastrointestinal Outbreak at a Long-Term Care/Community Care Facility
2018-12-14
This reference document is intended to provide information and guidance to facilities that are experiencing an increased number of gastrointestinal (GI) infections where the infectious agent may or may not have been identified. Certain precautions taken by staff at a facility experiencing an...
Cannabis and Your Health
2018-10-18
Cannabis use is a personal choice but should be an informed choice. Know the laws and approach cannabis responsibly.
Visit justthefactspei.ca for the information you need to make the right call on cannabis.
Presentation on chronic disease prevention and creating healthy communities
2018-10-11
All Islanders are invited to a free presentation exploring how to stay healthy beyond just diet and exercise.
All Islanders are invited to a free, public lecture:
“Taking Action on How We Live, Work, and Play: Implications for chronic disease prevention and the promotion of healthy...
Flu season is almost here - time to get your flu shot
2018-10-04
The influenza vaccine for this year’s flu shots will arrive in the province this week and Islanders are encouraged to get their flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Vaccine will be distributed free of charge throughout the province beginning next week at public health clinics,...
Invasive Haemophilus influenza serotype b (Hib) Guideline
2018-09-27
A guideline for health care practitioners for the management and control of invasive Haemophilus influenza serotype b (Hib).
Learn ‘Just the Facts’ about cannabis use
2018-09-14
Islanders should know the facts – and avoid the fiction -- when it comes to the federal government’s legalization of recreational cannabis.
The provincial government’s new public awareness campaign “Just the Facts” (www.justthefactspei.ca) will bring Islanders information on the laws around...
Shigellosis
2018-06-15
What is shigellosis?
Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. The disease itself is commonly referred to as dysentery. People are the only source for Shigella bacteria. Shigella are extremely infectious bacteria, and ingestion of just 10 organisms is...