HNHB IPAC Hub

Organization providing community based, congregate living settings & congregate care settings within the HNHB with support in infection prevention and control.

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Ready to level up your IPAC game?
Join the HNHB IPAC Hub for our upcoming IPAC Champion Community of Practice session designed for frontline staff interested in becoming IPAC Champions within their facilities.

Keep an eye on your inbox for details and the registration link!

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CRMD projects can increase exposure risks for vulnerable individuals. Find helpful planning tools on the HNHB IPAC Hub Website: https://t.co/bQKCiRqcKn #infectioncontrol #Construction #renovation #maintenance #design

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#hantavirus

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Hantavirus has been in the news a lot recently, but what is it? And what should we know?
To get accurate and current information about the situation of Hantavirus in Canada, please visit Public Health Agency of Canada's website on Hantavirus.
#hantavirus

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⚽ Large international events like the World Cup bring people together from around the world.
A little preparation can help reduce the risk of measles and COVID-19.
#infectionprevention #travelhealth #worldcup

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✋ Today is World Hand Hygiene Day (May 5)
Our hands touch more than we think.
Hand hygiene is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infections. Small actions make a big impact.
#WorldHandHygieneDay #IPAC #PublicHealth #Healthcare

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#ImmunizationAwarenessWeek

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Vaccines aren’t just for kids; they’re an important part of staying healthy as we age. It’s a simple step that helps you stay independent & protect loved ones. Talk to your health care provider or Public Health Unit about eligibility, and which vaccines are right for you

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Spring is the time to shift into preventative maintenance. By maximizing our IPAC impact today, we reduce pathogen transmission and ensure a safer, fresher environment for all residents and staff.

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Effective infection prevention relies not only on wearing gloves, but on their correct use to prevent cross-contamination and further spread of germs 🦠. #infectionprevention #gloveuse #ipac #ppe

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Today, we recognize and thank Infection Prevention and Control professionals for their dedication, expertise, and impact across our communities.
Your work matters.
Every day.

#IPACDay #InfectionPrevention #HealthcareHeroes

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Gathering this long weekend?

Enjoy the time together — safely. ✨
#IPAC #InfectionPrevention #longweekend

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Terminal cleaning plays a key role in preventing the spread of infection.🦠

#IPAC #InfectionPrevention #EnvironmentalCleaning

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TB is not a disease of the past. It’s still one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers.

🦠 1.23M lives lost in 2024
💊 Preventable & curable
🌍 Awareness saves lives

Together, we can end TB.

#WorldTBDay #EndTB

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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

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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

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📣 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

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Public Health Ontario has released a new Point of Care Risk Assessment (PCRA) infographic to support and strengthen IPAC Routine Practices across healthcare settings.

🔗 https://t.co/nU8QBFpwqj
#IPAC #PCRA #InfectionPrevention

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📢 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
https://t.co/zthTxbopeI

#IPAC #PublicHealth