Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) issued a statement: “March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a yearly campaign designed to raise awareness around the risk factors for colorectal cancer and the importance of screening as a part of early detection. The Government of Canada recognizes that cancer is a major health issue for Canadians as it … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued a statement on COVID-19: “Epidemiological indicators of COVID-19 disease activity have continued to improve nationally and in most jurisdictions; however, some jurisdictions are reporting weekly increases in cases counts and others could see additional bumps in the weeks ahead. During the latest seven day period (Feb … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued a statement on COVID-19: “During the latest seven day period (Feb 11-17, 2022), an average of 7,726 new cases were reported daily across Canada. While this is a 25 per cent decrease compared to the week prior, these daily case counts together with other indicators of … Read more
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos (Québec, Que.) and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) issued a statement on Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week: “Many are still hesitant about accessing sexual and reproductive health services because of shame fueled by stigma. Women, youth, LGBTQ2, racialized, and Indigenous … Read more
The Government of Canada announced a series of adjustments to the current border measures, representing the beginning of a phased easing of travel restrictions. As of February 28, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. EST: We will be easing the on-arrival testing for fully-vaccinated travellers. Children under 12 years old, travelling with fully vaccinated adults, will continue … Read more
The Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health issued a statement: “As we enter the transition phase, we should anticipate additional waves and outbreaks. Progress may not be linear. Future COVID-19 activity will depend on factors such as waning immunity, potential for repeated emergence of highly immune-evasive and/or more severe variants of concern, and seasonal … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued a statement on COVID-19: “During the latest seven day period (Feb 4-10, 2022), an average of 11,116 new cases were reported daily across Canada. While this is a 21 per cent decrease compared to the week prior, these daily case counts together with other indicators of … Read more
Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett (Toronto-St. Paul’s, Ont.) announced an investment of $800,000 for two projects addressing mental health supports for Black Canadians: The Harriet Tubman Institute at York University is receiving $400,000 to analyze racism in academia, study the mental health of Black university students, and … Read more
Liberal MP Ron McKinnon (Coquitlam, B.C.) announced that the Fraser Northwest Division of Family Practice Society received the $100,000 VCIC grand prize. Their ‘Physician on a Mission’ project amplified the voices of family doctors as trusted community members to encourage vaccine uptake using physicians’ stories and personal experiences. The project team worked in collaboration with family … Read more
Liberal MP Brendan Hanley (Yukon) announced over $4 million for the Government of Yukon to create and operate safe voluntary isolation sites in the territory. These sites help people who have COVID-19 or have been exposed to it-access safe isolation accommodations to keep themselves and their community safe. The full release is available online. Call 613-957-0200. The Chief … Read more
