This webinar will examine how mathematical models have improved our understanding of disease persistence in populations and explore how models of endemicity may be applied to evolving COVID-19.
Stream: NCCID
STBBI Opt-Out testing in Provincial Correctional Settings
The webinar is the second in a series that examines corrections as a public health setting for sexually transmitted and blood-borne infection (STBBI) testing and care. The webinar will explore evidence for STBBI care in correctional settings, and examine the development, implementation, and results of an opt-out testing program in Alberta provincial corrections.
PHAC Wastewater Surveillance Program for COVID-19
The virus that causes COVID-19 infection (SARS-CoV-2) can be detected in the stool of infected people over a significant portion of their illness. This provides an opportunity to test and monitor wastewater (sewage) for the presence of COVID-19 in communities and institutional settings (e.g. long-term care facilities) without the need for individual testing. Wastewater surveillance…
How to Properly Dispose of Medications Poster Series
This series of five posters outline the proper disposal techniques for unused, unwanted and expired medications. You can view and download the files below, or order free, physical copies!
5 Facts about Blastomycosis
This infographic explains how people can get Blastomycosis, its symptoms and treatments.
Blastomycosis
Blastomycosis is a pulmonary, cutaneous or disseminated infection caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis (B. dermatitidis). This fungus exists in mold form in the environment; it produces microscopic fungal spores, particularly in moist soil and in decomposing matter such as wood and leaves.
Blastomycosis in Northwestern Ontario
NCCID’s Susie Taylor speaks with Dr. Lloyd Douglas, a Sioux Lookout First Nation Health Authority physician. Dr. Douglas discusses the recent outbreaks of blastomycosis in Northwest Ontario and outlines how health practitioners and the general public can respond.
The 2021 Canadian Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance System Report: Key Findings and Remaining Gaps
This webinar presents findings from the 2021 Canadian Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance System (CARSS) Report, released April 25, 2022.
Co-creating policies and guidelines for STBBI care in correctional centres with people who are incarcerated: the You Matter Project
This webinar explores evidence for STBBI interventions in corrections, and describes the results of the You Matter Project, in which people who are incarcerated, corrections officers, health care providers, researchers, and representatives from community organizations co-created policies and guidelines for STBBI care in BC Provincial Correctional Centres.
Health and Social Impacts of Long-term Evacuation due to Natural Disasters in First Nations Communities: A summary of lessons for public health
This webinar overviews the impact of evacuations on First Nations communities through two case studies: the Ashcroft Indian Band following the Elephant Hill Wildfire in 2016, and the Siksika Nations following the Bow River flood in 2013.
Summary of Findings from the 2021 Manitoba Harm Reduction Network Evaluation
This document summarizes key findings from the Manitoba Harm Reduction Network Evaluation. Findings include recommendations for changes to programs and practices that can be made by harm reduction service providers, clinics, and other public health organizations.
Big Data Basics Infographic
This infographic overviews big data in Public health. It explains basic big data concepts, types of datasets and how public health uses this technology.