The Windsor Essex County Health Unit is issuing a warning to people who had services done at a local nail salon after it discovered breaches in infection prevention and control practices.
Public health officials conducted an investigation at Pro Nails on Wyandotte Street after receiving a complaint from a member of the public.
The investigation discovered the operator of the premises failed to disinfect reusable equipment as often as necessary to prevent disease transmission and failed to discard single-use equipment immediately after use.
All infractions were corrected at the time of inspection and a detailed compliance inspection was completed during the investigation.
WECHU indicates the risk of transmission of any disease is low. It still recommends clients who received services at this location between September 2018 and November 7 2022 consult with their healthcare provider to determine if medical testing and treatment are necessary.
At this time, there have been no blood-borne infections linked to this premises and it remains open.
