The COVID-19 screening test sold to businesses and individuals requires a nasal or nasopharyngeal swab, while the PCR test performed in the clinic requires a nasopharyngeal swab. The nasal screening test sold to individuals can be carried out by the person themselves without calling on a health professional. The…
Since March 2020, Canada, like many other countries around the world, has been affected by the coronavirus crisis. If the measures taken at the start of the pandemic made it possible to control the epidemic, this is no longer the case since September, a period since which the number…
Can face masks help slow the spread of the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19? Yes, protective masks combined with other preventive measures, such as frequent hand washing and social distancing, help slow the spread of the virus. This is the message we hear from the Canadian and Quebec governments.…
Wondering how to properly dispose of your procedure or surgical masks? Here are three options for recycling used procedure masks whether you’re at home or at work. Everything will depend on your needs, the service offered in your locality and where you live. With the pandemic, wearing a mask…
There are many things we can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus): wash our hands, cough into our elbow, avoid touching our face, stay home if we feel sick, distance ourselves from others and wear a protective mask. But what is social distancing? These frequently asked questions…
Face shield are increasingly used by workers in all fields, but also by individuals in their daily activities. For example, many people wear a visor when they go to the grocery store, shopping malls or any other closed establishment. FAQ on the use of face shields or masks? Why…