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IPAC Additional Precautions
Additional Precautions are infection control measures used alongside Routine Practices to prevent the spread of specific pathogens. They include enhanced procedures such as isolation, specialized personal protective equipment, and dedicated patient care equipment based on the mode of transmission.

- How to don PPE
- How to doff PPE
- How to Wear Medical Mask
- Respirator Donning & Doffing Instructions
- Donning instructions: Elastomeric half facepiece (EHFR) without exhalation valve filter
- Eye and Facial Protection Selection Fit Tool
- Prescription Eye Protection Selection Requirements
- Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions for Reusable Eye and Facial Protection
- Medical Masks Required
- Syndromic Screening Toolkit
- Recommendations for Cohorting Patients
- IPAC Contact List (IH login required)


Sept. 30 marks Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Our Indigenous staff & colleagues got together to share why they wear orange.
/stories/why-we-wear-orange-national-truth-and-reconciliation-day


Natalie’s always been empathetic to people in all their moments, leading her to a career of connection – to patients, and to Indigenous ancestors.
/stories/we-are-ih-guided-connection-indigenous-patient-care


PreVenture is a research-backed Canadian program that equips students ages 12-16 with decision-making tools and skills that promote mental well-being.
/stories/program-helps-prevent-youth-substance-use-expand-bc


Xavier Gomes is the head of Dietary and Environmental Services for the East Kootenays. He’s fulfilled by contributing to patients’ comfort & recovery.
/stories/we-are-ih-patients-gratitude-motivates-support-services-manager


Lab testing is the highest volume activity in medical care. Labs have long been overlooked as a climate action opportunity. A small team at IH is changing that.
/stories/how-small-team-ih-making-lab-testing-services-greener


For nearly 3 decades, a small playroom in CMH emergency has been a sanctuary for children and families. Today, Avril’s Room is being reimagined in the new ED.
/stories/honouring-avril-legacy-hope-cariboo-memorial-hospital
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