Ottawa Public Health (OPH) expects the 2023/2024 respiratory season to be atypical when compared to pre-pandemic years, with early activity of respiratory viruses such as influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial…
Since March 2020, you have been asked to adapt, to change behaviours to protect each other, and to support one another through challenging times. I want to thank you and…
Last week, the Province of Ontario announced that starting at 8 am on Thursday, July 28, 2022 parents and guardians will be able to book appointments for children aged six…
Increase in suspected overdose-related deaths in Ottawa The Ottawa Overdose Prevention and Response Task Force (Task Force) is warning residents about an increase in suspected overdose-related deaths in Ottawa. The week previous…
Ottawa Public Health is increasing operations at community clinics, mobile clinics and neighbourhood hubs Ottawa Public Health is increasing operations at community clinics, mobile clinics and neighbourhood hubs to respond…
Antiviral treatments are now available for people with symptoms who are at higher risk of severe COVID-19. Are you… 18 years of age or older? Do you have less than…
As we approach another holiday during the pandemic, many people are making plans to gather with loved ones or attend religious ceremonies. Spending time with family and friends is important…
Weekly Snapshot of the COVID-19 situation in Ottawa COVID-19 levels in our community remain very high. Ottawa Public Health (OPH) highly recommends that people continue to wear masks and that…
The total net impact of COVID-19 was nearly $354 million in cost pressures, including on transit, the Ottawa Police Service and Ottawa Public Health. The City applied more than $349…
March 30, 2022 – Special Statement from Dr. Vera Etches We continue to see evidence that the level of COVID-19 in Ottawa is rising. The COVID-19 wastewater viral signal is very high…