Virus Prevention : Sometimes the Best Tech is No Tech

Information is only of value if it’s available to support decisions. Low-cost posters put information in front of people where they need it, when they need it, without fail. For example, proper hand-washing instructions should be posted in every washroom and kitchen (www.vch.ca/Documents/How-to-handwash-poster.pdf). Infectious disease prevention and containment check-lists should be posted in every home, school and business.

Technology can be used to quickly and efficiently distribute information. PDF posters can be placed in an authoritative, accessible, central information repository (i.e. a government CDC website) for download and printing by individuals and organizations. They could then register to be notified by email or twitter of updates to ensure they have the latest versions.