GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is advising anyone who received pedicure or manicure services at Victoria’s Nail Salon on Stone Road in Guelph between April 1, 2018 and Feb. 21, 2020 to consult their physician about being tested for hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV.
During an unannounced inspection by Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH), a lapse in infection control procedures was observed regarding reusable equipment for pedicures and manicures, states a press release from WDGPH officials. The lapse was brought to the attention of management and the salon corrected its practices to meet infection control best practices, officials added.
Public health says the risk of contracting disease from Victoria’s Nail Salon is low, but cannot be ruled out.
Clients who received services during the time period should speak with their health care provider about testing. Alternatively, public health will be holding drop-in testing clinics on March 4, 5 and 6 from 9am to 4pm at the Guelph office.
Public health has also set up a call centre to answer the public’s questions at 1-800-265-7293 ext. 7011.
WDGPH inspects all personal service settings such as nail and hair salons, tattoo and piercing studios, and spas. Because of the potential of piercing skin, effective infection control procedures must be practiced, including proper cleaning and disinfection of reusable equipment.
Inspection results can be found at checkbeforeyouchoose.ca.
