Reprocessing
Reprocessing is the cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of reusable medical equipment/devices in health care and personal service settings. Following reprocessing guidelines and proper procedures reduces the spread of bacterial infection through reusable equipment and devices. We provide local public health units with advice and consultations.
Best Practices for Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization of Medical Equipment/Devices In All Health Care Settings, 3rd edition
This best practice document is intended for health care providers to ensure that the critical elements and methods of decontamination, disinfection and sterilization are incorporated into health care facility procedures. The document describes essential elements and methods in the safe handling, monitoring and auditing, transportation and biological decontamination of contaminated medical equipment/devices.
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PHO Rounds: An Overview of Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario: Measurement-Based Care, Data Snapshots, and Integrated Supports for Indigenous Youth
This PHO Rounds will provide a comprehensive overview of YWHO, describe the co-design of this model with youth (including Indigenous youth), and share learnings on the implementation of MBC including a current data snapshot. The session will share experiences and lessons learned on how the YWHO model is being used and adapted to support Indigenous youth and their families.
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