Infection Prevention and Control

Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) refers to evidence-based practices and procedures that, when applied consistently in health care settings, can prevent or reduce the risk of transmission of microorganisms to health care providers, clients, patients, residents and visitors.

We provide public health professionals with expertise, support and resources for infection prevention and control. For information and resources related to specific topics or services, see the list below.

Event

PHO Rounds: Candida auris: A New Disease of Public Health Significance (DOPHS): Management of this Highly-Transmissible Fungal Pathogen

This PHO Rounds session will discuss the latest protocols and reporting requirements for C. auris in Ontario. The session will also cover essential information on the mode of transmission, case management, and infection prevention and control considerations (including diagnostic testing)

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Event

PHO Rounds: Candida auris: A New Disease of Public Health Significance (DOPHS): Management of this Highly-Transmissible Fungal Pathogen

This PHO Rounds session will discuss the latest protocols and reporting requirements for C. auris in Ontario. The session will also cover essential information on the mode of transmission, case management, and infection prevention and control considerations (including diagnostic testing)

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Infection Prevention and Control

ipac@oahpp.ca

Updated 23 Jan 2025