Message from Medical Officer of Health Dr. Vera Etches
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…
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Ottawa Public Health expands COVID-19 vaccine clinics for children aged six months to under five years
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…
A message from Ottawa Public Health
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…
Second booster now available for ages 18 plus
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…
Now available: COVID-19 Antiviral Treatments
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…
COVID-19 Update: April 13th Special Statement from Dr. Vera Etches
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…
Ontario expanded eligibility for 4th doses of the COVID-19 vaccine
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…
Total net $ impact of COVID-19 on the City
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…
COVID-19 Special Statement from Dr. Vera Etches
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…
Update on bringing City Facilities on-line and living with COVID
Some city facilities that were used for recreational activities before COVID are currently being used to effectively respond to the pandemic. This includes the Belltown Dome. It continues to be…