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Find trustworthy information on health problems, prevention advice and vaccination.

Washing hands

Avoid contaminating yourself and others.

Mask or face covering

Wearing a mask reduces the risk of transmission of viruses. By protecting ourselves properly, we’re also protecting others.

Preventing transmission of viruses and bacteria

Measures that you can take to prevent the spread of viruses and bacteria responsible for respiratory infectious diseases, including COVID-19.

Preventing health problems

Reduce the risks of health problems by following various recommendations

Recovery of used syringes and needles

Safe recovery of used syringes and needles that have been used.

Used syringes: prevent accidents and infections

If you find a used syringe, you must take precautions to prevent accidents and the possible transmission of infections.

Safe disposal of expired or unused medication

Information on how to dispose of expired or unused medication.

Last update: November 22, 2022

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