Education

Despite the benefits of physiotherapy, many individuals who require frequent treatment are apprehensive about attending their appointments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some wonder if it's safe and responsible to visit their clinic, what protocol the clinic has implemented to reduce the risk of infection, and many don't know if clinics are considered an essential service and open to patients. 

Many Canadians have to ask, "is it safe to go to the dentist?" to maintain their oral hygiene. The main concern is how the virus is spreading respiratory droplets that may make their way into the mouth, nose, and eyes, putting the patient at risk and how likely it is for the virus to spread in the dental office.  

As masks become the norm in public, many people want to know where to get masks, which masks to wear, and how to maintain them. People want to understand the most effective ways to stay safe in public. Many people want the most effective mask they can get to ensure their safety. That's why many people want N95 masks.

Small businesses must use protective equipment to slow down the spread of COVID-19. The use of PPE protects employees from contracting any possible diseases, infections, and other health and safety risks in the workplace.

The question of gloves is a topic of confusion for many businesses. If your business needs gloves during the pandemic, it is essential to know which ones are best suited to your business.  Nitrile gloves are the first choice for many situations because they don't cause allergic reactions and skin irritation like latex gloves do.

2020 has taught most of us about a bunch of new terms and products that we previously may not have known existed. We’ve outlined the different types of masks and what makes them different, plus the information that should determine which one is right for you and your business, family, or organization.

Health Canada recommends frequent hand washing with soap and water to reduce the risk of infection, or use of an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. Acceptable alcohol-based hand sanitizers may use ethanol (also known as ethyl alcohol) or isopropyl alcohol (IPA) as the medicinal ingredient.

In a sentence, the N95 mask is the American standard, and the KN95 is the Chinese standard. Both masks filter out the same amount of particles—95%, to be exact. 

So… what’s the difference then? And why do we mostly hear about the N95 mask here in Canada?

The most helpful gloves, then, are disposable ones, as contaminated surfaces will contaminate the gloves you are wearing too. That’s why understanding when and where to wear them, and how to properly remove them, is key to making sure they are actually effective.