Syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria (germs), called Treponema pallidum.
Infectious Disease Prevention
Summary of Syphilis in Windsor and Essex County
Syphilis is a bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum bacteria and spread by sexual contact (Heymann, 2015). The disease can result in either acute or chronic outcomes resulting in four possible stages of infection, if left untreated.
Bulk Condom and Lubricant Ordering
Bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as gonorrhoea, chlamydia, and syphilis, are increasing across Ontario and locally, in Windsor and Essex County.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but potentially fatal illness that can be transferred to humans from the bite of an infected mosquito.
A Guide to Common Infections
This Guide to common infections booklet provides information about communicable diseases, including signs and symptoms, how they are spread, if it is a reportable disease and links to additional resources.
Personal Service Settings Sterilization Records
Download this template to use for collecting records related to maintaining sterilization.
Personal Service Settings Disinfectant Records
Download this template to use for collecting records related to Disinfectant in Personal Service Settings.
Personal Service Settings Blood Exposure Records
Download this template to use for collecting records related to blood exposure in a Personal Service Setting.
Ontario Regulation 136/18 Personal Service Settings states that owners/operators of personal service settings must document ALL accidental blood and/or body fluid exposures that happen during a procedure for both clients AND operators. All fields must be filled out completely.
Records must be kept onsite for at least 1 year, and in a secure location for 2 years afterwards.
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