Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) are a type of bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract that develop resistance to many antibiotics, especially vancomycin. It is spread from person-to-person or from contaminated surfaces and can cause severe infections. VRE is typically acquired in healthcare or hospital settings.
More Information about VRE |
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Public Health Ontario Information Sheet for Patients and Visitors |
Reporting |
| Individual cases are not reportable to the Health Unit. |
Should one go to childcare, school, or work if they have VRE? |
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No exclusion necessary unless too ill to participate in regular activities. Note: Exclusion guidelines may differ for healthcare workers. Follow the direction of your healthcare provider or occupational health at your workplace. |
Healthcare Provider and Community Partner Information |
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Contact our Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5229, or by email to cdc@healthunit.ca for more information.
Last updated: July 2024, by CDC