Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria (germs), called Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is one of the most common bacterial STIs.
Infectious Disease Prevention
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria (germs), called chlamydia trachomatis. It is one of the most common bacterial STIs.
Chickenpox (Varicella)
Chickenpox is a common and preventable infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus.
Child Care Facilities
A list of IPAC resources for Child Care Facilities in Windsor-Essex county
Gastroenteritis
The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care have set case definition criteria for outbreaks:
Other Acute Respiratory Infections (Ari)
The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care have set case definition criteria for outbreaks:
Outbreak Management
What is an Outbreak?
An outbreak is generally a sudden increase in the number of cases of an infection which exceeds what would normally be expected for that setting.
If you suspect an outbreak, break the chain of transmission, and implement outbreak controls.