Guidelines on Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBIs) in Canada
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) provides public health guidance for the prevention and management of STBBIs. These guides are for healthcare providers and public health professionals and outline national recommendations for:
These guides replace the Canadian Guidelines on Sexually Transmitted Infections. All treatment recommendations include indications for the level and quality of evidence. PHAC’s guides on STBBIs DO NOT supersede:
PHAC Guides:
For a complete list of guides and access to additional resources, please visit the PHAC website.
Saskatchewan Guidelines for the Management of Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids
The Guidelines for the Management of Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids (2013) serve as Saskatchewan’s reference for healthcare professionals caring for individuals who have been exposed to blood or body fluids. This document provides practical tools to support clinicians in evaluating and managing exposures using a consistent approach, helping ensure coordinated and continuous care across the health care team. Saskatchewan Guidelines for the Management of Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids, (Ministry of Health)
Other Resources for Healthcare Providers
CDN STBBI Guidelines – Mobile App
Health Canada has a mobile application with the most up-to-date recommendations for the management of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections called “CDN STBBI Guidelines”.
The HIV Handbook – Online Guide for Service Providers (CATIE)
In 2023, CATIE developed an online guide that provides core information about HIV, as well as links to resources for service providers to strengthen their learning. The HIV Handbook explores key topics including transmission, epidemiology, health equity, testing, prevention, and treatment. It’s a comprehensive source for fundamental knowledge and a great place to start for anyone looking to learn more about HIV.
RxFiles: Objective Comparisons for Optimal Drug Therapy
Website: www.rxfiles.ca/RxFiles
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Physicians / Nurse Practitioners
Nurses
Organizations
Saskatchewan HIV/HCV Nursing Education Organization Professional Practice Group
A provincial organization for Registered Nurses and other health care providers interested in HIV and Hepatitis C care, treatment and support.
For more information and to inquire about membership, go to www.srna.org.
Canadian Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (CANAC)
A national, professional nursing organization committed to fostering excellence in HIV/AIDS nursing, promoting the health, rights and dignity of persons affected by HIV/AIDS, and preventing the spread of HIV infection.
CANAC’s members are from all regions of Canada, working in clinical practice, education, research, and/or administration.
Harm Reduction Nurses Association (HRNA)
The Harm Reduction Nurses Association is a Canadian national organization with a mission to advance harm reduction nursing through practice, education, research, and advocacy.
For more information and to inquire about membership, go to www.hrna-aiirm.ca.
Pharmacists
SK HIV Resources for Pharmacists
Details on STBBI courses provided by the University of Saskatchewan’s Continuing Pharmacy Education can be found here: USask Courses: Sexually Transmitted and Blood – Borne Infections (STBBI)