Healthcare Providers

This page provides Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) resources to support healthcare providers working in Island Health, long-term care affiliates and private facilities. 

See the following resources for information on infectious organisms and patient management practices.


Staff Return to Work:

INFECTIOUS DISEASE TOOLKITS FOR LTC AFFILIATES & PRIVATE FACILITIES

GI or Noro-Like Illnesses:

Viral Respiratory Illnesses (VRI):

News & Events

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Currents Summer 2021

Read about your colleagues’ activities, learn about Island Health programs, celebrate achievements and see lots of photos of Island Health employees at work and play.

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Island Health Magazine Summer 2021

The summer issue of Island Health magazine includes information on the COVID vaccine; a feature on planning ahead for retirement; Primary Care Networks explained and an in-depth look at the drug-poisoning crisis and some of the projects taking place as part of Island Health’s response.

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COVID-19 outbreak at Craigdarroch long-term care home in Victoria

COVID-19 outbreak at Craigdarroch long-term care home in Victoria

Island Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Craigdarroch long-term care home in Victoria.

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