Tag: infection-control
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Celebrating golden anniversary of 50 years at HHS
Every year, Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) recognizes long-serving staff and volunteers who reach 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 or 50...
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Is your holiday get-together safe? Measure your risk factors.
This story reflects the information available at the time of publishing. Guidelines may change. Please visit the City of Hamilton’s...
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Introducing… a hand hygiene coordinator
Beata Mostowiak is the hand hygiene coordinator in our infection prevention and control program.
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The power of proper hand washing
Good hand hygiene is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. The way you wash your hands makes a big difference to the...
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Introducing… an environmental aide
Not only does April Heinbecker control the spread of infection around our hospitals, she is a great listener for patients...
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Germs and immunizations
By: Dr. Jeff Pernica, infectious disease specialist How germs spread Germs are tiny living things that exist everywhere in the...
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