Resources

Contains a variety of sources of information on infectious diseases for you or your family to use to learn about and manage these conditions.

Infection Protection Newsletter (pdf) by mkingsley — last modified 2008-09-23 15:09

The goal of this initiative is to raise awareness about the importance of protecting ourselves, our families, and our community from the many infections that can lead to disease. Included in this newsletter are lots of suggestions on reducing the spread of germs and keeping our immune system strong in our homes, workplaces, and in the community at large.

Misconception about Vaccines (ppt) by mkingsley — last modified 2008-09-23 15:10

The benefits of having vaccination programs to prevent infectious diseases from spreading far outweigh the very small risks.

Flu Shot Truth (pdf) by training — last modified 2008-09-23 15:12

It is important for healthy people to get the flu shot because the flu virus changes often and affects everyone differently.

Understanding the Connection Between Bird, Human, and Pandemic Flu by mkingsley — last modified 2008-09-29 15:56

Currently, the avian flu in the news, the H5N1 virus, is the only known strain of bird flu found in humans.

Germs Around the House by mkingsley — last modified 2008-09-29 15:11

Washing your hands is one of the best ways to keep from getting sick and spreading illnesses. Here are other ways to reduce the risks.

The Facts About the Flu by mkingsley — last modified 2008-09-29 15:15

To protect yourself against the flu and help prevent its spread to others, consider getting an influenza vaccination or “flu shot.”

The Silent Epidemic by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

The three most common sexually transmitted infections in Canada are chlamydia, gonorrhea, and human papillomavirus (HPV).

Too Much of a Good Thing: Are We Too Clean? by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

Basic hygiene, such as handwashing with soap and water regularly, coughing and sneezing into our arms, are two very simple and effective ways of reducing the spread of germs.

Infection Protection: Travel Health Tips by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

When travelling, a good rule is, if you cannot cook it, peel it, boil it, then forget it.

Vaccinations by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

Vaccinations provide individuals of all ages with immunity from many diseases, which also helps to protect the health of our community.

Vaccines: Not Just for Children by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

One reason for adult vaccinations is there are some vaccines that do not provide lifelong protection.

Washing Your Hands of Germs by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

In order to be effective, handwashing must be done regularly and correctly. That’s because bacteria, viruses, and other infectious agents are found everywhere around us: in our homes, workplaces, and the community.

WASHING YOUR HANDS OF GERMS pdf by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49

 

What does 'Infection Protection' Mean? by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 09:46

Everyday occurrences can spread disease-causing germs from one person to another. Germs are all around us in the air, water, on food, surfaces we touch, and within our own bodies.

Rabies [pdf] by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 09:46

Rabies is a viral infection of animals that can be spread to humans. The virus comes from the Rhabdoviridae family and attacks the central nervous system

Misconception about Vaccines (ppt) by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 09:46

 

Point about Flu Shots (ppt) by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 09:46

 

Beat the Bite by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 11:18

Rabies is a viral infection of animals that can be spread to humans. The virus comes from the Rhabdoviridae family and attacks the central nervous system.

Rabies (pdf) by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 09:46

 

Antibiotic Resistance PDF by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-29 09:46

Antibiotic resistance is the ability of bacteria or other microbes to resist the effect of an antibiotic. This occurs because germs constantly adapt to their environment.

Antibiotic Resistance and You by mkingsley — last modified 2011-11-04 11:26

Antibiotic resistance is the ability of bacteria or other microbes to resist the effect of an antibiotic. This occurs because germs constantly adapt to their environment.

Antibiotic Resistance graph by mkingsley — last modified 2008-10-06 14:49