Outbreaks
For a list of active outbreaks at local institutions along with resources for long-term care homes, retirement homes, rest homes, and child care centres.
Outbreaks
Notice about Outbreak Reporting
The WECHU has recently changed the way outbreaks are reported. Please visit our Infectious Disease Data Dashboard, and select the 'Outbreaks' tab.
Outbreak Quick Guide
A guide for prevention and management of Outbreaks in your facility.
Just the Facts: Collecting a Stool Specimen
Obtain a stool collection kit and ensure it is current. Check the expiration date. Vials should be filled in order, by colour
Just the Facts: Taking a Nasopharyngeal (NP) Swab
Respiratory virus packs normally contain materials sufficient for 4 to 6 swabs for culture of respiratory viruses such as influenza virus, parainfluenza virus, and respiratory syncytial virus.
Just the Facts: Filling Out the Public Health Lab Requisition
Failure to fill out the lab requisition properly could result in rejection of the sample, or cause a delay in test result reporting. Leaking specimens will not be processed!