As the holidays approach, it’s so important to check in with ourselves and our loved ones to see how things are going and to make sure we are using good coping skills to support our mental health. For some, this can mean getting back to good habits like getting enough sleep, being more active and…
There is no doubt that this past year has been challenging for everyone. So it is important that we stop every now and again to take a deep breath and know that yes we are all in this together but we are also dealing with different levels of stress and anxiety. I once heard someone…
Photo courtesy of CTV Ottawa I am please with the cooperation City Council showed in passing this motion supporting the direction that Ottawa Police Services is moving to include more mental health resources in their responses to persons in mental health crisis and distress. Persons with mental illness need to get the help they require…
Photo courtesy of CTV News Ottawa This week’s verdict on the Montsion Trial was deeply emotional and my heart goes out to Abdirahman Abdi’s family and supporters. The death was tragic and it is clear that Ottawa Police Services needs to take a different direction on handling calls involving mental health episodes There needs to…
Ontario Implementing Additional Public Health Measures in Ottawa Effective Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 12:01 a.m., these targeted measures are being implemented in Ottawa, Peel, and Toronto as a result of their higher than average rates of transmission. Measures under a modified Stage 2 include: Reducing limits for all social gatherings and organized public events…
Although current provincial guidance allows for up to 10 people indoors and 25 outdoors, due to the extent of COVID-19 transmission in Ottawa, OPH recommends limiting gatherings as much as possible. In other words, limit gatherings to those who live in your household or those providing support services, such as a caregiver. If you live alone (single…
As a reminder, this year Ottawa residents have different options for obtaining their flu shot: OPH-run public influenza clinics in fixed locations (see below, none in Bay Ward). To avoid crowding and to control the flow of clients in and out of these locations, the clinics will be by appointment. Pharmacies will provide flu vaccine to Ottawa…
The fall 2020 influenza season will be markedly different from previous years. OPH anticipates a higher demand for the influenza vaccine as a result of residents’ heightened interest and concerns of COVID. In anticipation, below is an update on influenza preparedness. OPH Preparedness For 2020, a greater number of 7 day a week OPH flu…
Message from Dr. Vera Etches, Medical Officer of Health, OPH We know families are frustrated with the experience regarding the return to school for children who have experienced non-COVID related symptoms or illness, or who recovered from COVID-19. Many schools or childcare providers are denying entry to service without a medical certificate or proof of…
Ottawa Public Health wants to ensure that those who need a COVID-19 test have access to testing. Not everyone needs to be tested. See above for info on who should seek testing at an Assessment Centre or Care Clinic in our community. Stay informed by referencing the Daily COVID-19 Dashboard