Monkeypox Update and Resources
As Monkeypox cases have begun to rise in Ontario and across the world, the WHO recently declared Monkeypox a public health emergency of concern.
The Monkeypox virus is designated a Disease of Public Health Significance under the Health Protection and Promotion Act (HPPA). This means that regulated health professionals, including dentists, are required to report suspected cases of the Monkeypox virus directly to the local Medical Officer of Health in accordance with the reporting requirements in the HPPA.
To report a suspected case please telephone your Public Health Unit (PHU). To find your PHU click here
For more information on this virus and its implications for dental health professionals, below are a list of helpful resources:
- Government of Canada: Interim guidance on infection prevention and control for suspect, probable or confirmed monkeypox within Healthcare setting
- Public Health Ontario: Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Recommendations for Monkeypox in Health Care Settings
- Ministry of Health: Emergency Planning and Preparedness
- Public Health Ontario: Monkeypox Virus
- Public Health Ontario Epidemiological Summary
- WHO Interim rapid response guidance, 10 June 2022
- Monkeypox | Public Health Ontario
Questions? Contact practiceadvisory@rcdso.org