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May 4, 2020

Call to Action - May 4, 2020 - Infrared Thermometers, Ear Guards, Re-opening on Primary Care Clinical, New Normal message

Infrared Thermometers

Sites will be receiving their infrared thermometers for point of entry screening shortly.  A quick reference guide has been created. 

Notes:

  • there are two models of thermometers being distributed in the region, refer to the correct side of the guide for the thermometer received by the site.
  • Given the proximity required for use of the thermometer, note PPE requirements.

Directors of Health Services are to review and share with the screeners accordingly. 

Ear Guards - Supply, Disinfection and Reuse

A guideline to the supply, disinfection and reuse of ear guards has been created.  Directors of Health Services and Program Directors (or delegates) are to review and share with staff accordingly.

Guidance on the Re-opening of Primary Care Clinics

A new document have been released providing guidance on the re-opening of primary care clinics.  Directors of Health Services and Program Directors (or delegates) are to review and implement accordingly.

The "New Normal" - A Message from Lanette Siragusa and Dr. Perry Gray

As Manitoba prepares to cautiously relax some restrictions on the COVID-19 public health orders, it remains critical that we all continue to respect social and physical distancing requirements, practice strict hand hygiene, and to stay home if you are ill.

The next few weeks will provide all Manitobans with the opportunity to slowly move away from some of the restrictions that have been in place over the past several months but it is important to remember that this “new normal” is not business as usual.

It will take some time to define what this “new normal” looks like as we assess and respond to the outcome of the gradual lifting of restrictions. We must each continue to do our part to prevent the spread of this virus, both at work and in our personal lives.

It remains important that we be vigilant throughout our day-to-day activities both at home and at work. We know there have been many changes that have impacted your daily lives over the last few months and we thank you for your flexibility in quickly adapting to measures that will keep us all safer.

Read the full message here.

Directors of Health Services and Program Directors (or delegates) are to review and share with staff.

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