We asked Dr. Zain Chagla, infectious disease physician, to test some common objects that we touch daily for bacteria. In the video below, he swabs and tests a pen, mobile phone and tablet -- one passes, the other two fail. On Infection...
Setting up flu shot clinics is an effective way for employers to reduce the financial impact of employees becoming sick with the flu. Flu season is fast approaching, and as part of Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Week, I wanted...
Oct. 19, 2017 will be the third year in which the third Thursday in October will be celebrated as Global Peer Supporter Celebration/Appreciation. They’re the bridge between treatment and understanding – peer supporters with lived...
We asked St. Joe's Dr. Zain Chagla to look at some common beliefs related to infection prevention and control, including how we receive puppy love. His anwer might make you rethink kissing the pooch. Some people allow their dogs...
Thrombosis Canada is marking World Thrombosis Day, Oct.3, 2017, by launching the #KNOWTHROMBOSIS campaign to educate the public and healthcare professionals about the condition's risk factors, and the warning signs and symptoms. An estimated...
