Transmission-based precautions

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on November 19, 2020

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
Articles, Health, Global health, Occupational safety and health, Infectious diseases, Pandemic, Coronavirus disease, Public health, Isolation, Transmission-based precautions

This is why it is important for everyone to continue with individual precautions to protect ourselves, our families and our communities.

Key Points: 
  • This is why it is important for everyone to continue with individual precautions to protect ourselves, our families and our communities.
  • Both community transmission and outbreaks are contributing to COVID-19 spread in Canada, including spread to high risk populations and settings.
  • This is why it is so important for people of all ages to maintain public health practices that keep respiratory infection rates low.
  • Canada needs a collective effort to support and sustain the public health response through to the end of the pandemic, while balancing the health, social and economic consequences.

New Contactless Software From PatientStudio Helps Physicians Screen for Coronavirus

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Monday, August 3, 2020
Health, Articles, Occupational safety and health, Clinics, General practice, Coronavirus disease, Zoonoses, Urgent care center, COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, Transmission-based precautions

The clinic was prepared to begin testing and took the CDC recommended precautions to thoroughly disinfect all patient surfaces and waiting areas throughout the day.

Key Points: 
  • The clinic was prepared to begin testing and took the CDC recommended precautions to thoroughly disinfect all patient surfaces and waiting areas throughout the day.
  • However, they didn't anticipate such a large volume of patients attempting to get tested for Coronavirus.
  • Because PatientStudio is completely electronic, primary and urgent care physicians can register and screen patients for COVID-19 without exposure to staff or other patients.
  • While this is particularly useful during a pandemic, all types of specialty healthcare providers can use PatientStudio for the following features.

Relias Offers Free Training and Resources to Help Combat COVID-19

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Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Articles, Health, Medical specialties, Epidemiology, Infectious diseases, Prevention, RTT, Global health, Transmission-based precautions, Influenza, Pandemic, Emergency management

The free resources include training on infection control, influenza prevention, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and protective equipment.

Key Points: 
  • The free resources include training on infection control, influenza prevention, transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, and protective equipment.
  • "During heightened awareness surrounding COVID-19 and the flu season, Relias remains committed to assisting individuals and healthcare personnel worldwideby providing free unrestricted access to a variety of training classes and other resources," said Kay Krafft, Incoming CEO of Relias and CEO of the Bertelsmann Education Group.
  • Relias is also hosting a free webinar series on COVID-19 and Pandemic Preparedness.
  • For more than 10,000 healthcare organizations and 4.5million caregivers, Relias continues to help clients deliver better clinical and financial outcomes by reducing variation in care.