ALT A person in medical attire gently administers a vaccine to a child, who is sitting calmly. The scene is framed by a blue circle.

ALT A gloved hand holding a petri dish with bacterial colonies, with additional petri dishes and test tubes on a rack in the background. The focus is on the bacterial growth patterns in the dish.

ALT This image is an instructional infographic from the Durham Region Health Department about the proper use of a disinfectant product. It includes sections labeled: 1. Active Ingredients - Details the chemical components and concentration. 2. Directions for Use - Provides specific mixing ratios and application methods. 3. Contact Time - States the duration required for effective disinfection. 4. Drug Identification Number (DIN) - Notes it's a government-approved disinfectant. 5. Precautionary Statements - Lists safety precautions and first aid instructions. 6. Storage & Disposal - Advises on storage conditions and disposal methods. 7. Expiration Date - Recommends checking the expiration date for effectiveness. The bottom features the Durham Region Health Department logo and links to their social media and website.

ALT This image is an informational graphic about Listeria from durham.ca/health. It describes how Listeria bacteria can grow at refrigeration temperatures and may cause illness after consuming contaminated food. The text advises proper cooking to prevent sickness and suggests consulting a healthcare provider if symptoms occur. The background includes an image of a deli sandwich, and there are social media icons for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

ALT A graphic titled "Handwashing" with six illustrated steps for proper handwashing: 1. Wet hands. 2. Apply liquid soap. 3. Scrub backs of hands, between fingers, thumbs, and under fingernails for at least 20 seconds. 4. Rinse. 5. Dry hands with towel. 6. Turn off taps with towel. Text below reads, "REMEMBER, proper handwashing can remove germs that make you sick." Includes contact information for Durham Health Connection Line and their website. The background features bubble-like patterns.

ALT ```plaintext Infographic titled "Hand Sanitizers" with steps for effective use. Step 1: Apply 1-2 pumps of sanitizer to dry palm and rub for at least 15 seconds. Step 2: Spread sanitizer over all hand surfaces, including palms and fingers. Step 3: Rub hands together until dry. Note advises using sanitizer only on visibly clean hands and washing hands with soap and water if visibly dirty. Durham Health Department contact information is included. ```

ALT Durham Region Health Department logo with "News Release" text in bold.

ALT This image is an infographic about infection prevention and control, titled "Powered by you!" It features a large central gear with "Patient Safety" written inside, surrounded by smaller gears illustrating concepts like Hand Hygiene, Surveillance, Clean & Disinfection, Vaccinations, Best Practice, PPE, and Collaboration. Illustrations of healthcare professionals, a patient using a wheelchair, and a caregiver with a child appear throughout. Logos of Ecolab, IPAC Canada, and PIDAC are at the bottom.

ALT The image shows a woman sitting at a desk, talking on a mobile phone. There are potted plants beside a laptop and papers, and in the background, another person is seated at a table with a laptop. The setting has a bright and modern office atmosphere.

ALT Illustration of two hands, one holding a bar of soap and the other a bottle, with splashes of water and a playful green germ character. Text reads, "Be a Handwashing Hero!" and hashtags "#HandwashingHero" and "#GlobalHandwashingDay" are included.

ALT Woman holding her stomach.

ALT Various brands of organic cheeses

ALT A public safety informational graphic about Potassium Iodide (KI) Pills. It includes symbols for a first aid kit, flashlight, life vest, and KI pills. Text reads: "Being prepared is staying safe. Call Durham Region 1-800-841-2729 or dial 311 (within regional limits)." Logos for the City of Toronto and Ontario Power Generation are at the bottom.

ALT A finger with a small tick on it. Text on the left says: "Protect Yourself Against Tick-borne Diseases," with a website, "durham.ca/ticks.

ALT A person in a pharmacy receives medication from a pharmacist standing behind a counter. Shelves filled with various medicinal products are visible in the background. A computer and other pharmacy equipment are on the counter.

ALT A gloved hand holds a small clear container under the running water of a chrome faucet above a white sink.

ALT A festive Thanksgiving scene features a roasted turkey on a platter, surrounded by corn, carrots, and assorted vegetables. Small pumpkins, red berries, and leaves decorate the wooden table. Lit candles add warmth, and a sign reads "Happy Thanksgiving" in the background.

ALT Box of NewPots Potassium Iodide oral tablets, featuring detailed information and expiration date of December 2035 on the side.

ALT The image shows a box of RadBlock, which contains potassium iodide tablets. The packaging indicates that these tablets block radioactive iodine and are used in emergencies. The dosage instructions and an expiration date of 2027 are also visible. A finger is pointing at the text.