Theresa Tam

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 29, 2020

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 29, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 29, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement:
    "There have been 114,994 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,912 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested 3,899,000 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • Please visit the Wellness Together Portal to connect to mental health and substance use support, resources and counselling with a mental health professional.
  • During this pandemic, we should all try our very best to stay connected even while staying physically apart.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 27, 2020

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Monday, July 27, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 27, 2020 /CNW/ -In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 27, 2020 /CNW/ -In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:
    "There have been 113,911 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,890 deaths.
  • In yesterday's statement, I reported that 63% percent of COVID-19 cases reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada this past week were young people under the age of 39 years, and one third (31%) of these were hospitalized for their illness.
  • My reflection over the weekend was on the challenges we are all facing in learning to live with COVID-19.
  • For more information on testing: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coro...
    Wash your hands often with soap and water or carry a Health Canada-approved hand sanitizer with you.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 25, 2020

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Saturday, July 25, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 25, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 25, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:
    "There have been 113,206 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,881 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 3,717,483 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • Our goal in public health is to reduce cases, and reduce instances of severe illness and death during this pandemic.
  • Canadians have done a great job in following public health measures, such as maintaining physical distancing, practising good hygiene and donning masks when indoors in public spaces.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 23, 2020

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Thursday, July 23, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 23, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 23, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement.
  • "There have been 112,240 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8 870 deaths.
  • Over the past week, an average of 44,000 people were tested daily, with 1% testing positive.
  • Ultimately it is each one of has a role to play in keeping cases and contacts low and determining the overall impact of COVID-19's in Canada.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 22, 2020

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 22, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 22, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:
    "There have been 111,697 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,862 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 3,616,000 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • Over the past week, an average of 42,000 people were tested daily, with 1% testing positive.
  • By following the advice of local public health authorities and continuing with these essential public health practices, we can make the most of the summer and maintain Canada's collective effort to keep COVID-19 under control."

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 20, 2020

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Monday, July 20, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 20, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.
  • If we think of public health measures as layers, the more layers we embrace as habits, the more we reduce our risk.
  • The advice of local public health as it is tailored to the area where you live.
  • The latest information on COVID-19, including new case numbers, public health advice and guidance.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 19, 2020

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Sunday, July 19, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 19, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 19, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.
  • "There have been 109,999 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,848 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 3,481,000 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • When you are outside of your home, using public transportation, or out in public spaces, carry a Health Canada-approved hand sanitizer to disinfect your hands, when soap and water are not available.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 10, 2020

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Friday, July 10, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 10, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 10, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.
  • "There have been 106,805 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,749 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 3,098,000 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • It is only by working together and that we can overcome the setbacks that COVID-19 has brought, moving together through our shared resilience."

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 9, 2020

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Thursday, July 9, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 9, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 9, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Howard Njoo, Canada's Deputy Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on behalf of Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer.
  • "There have been 106,434 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,737 deaths.
  • As the risk of exposure to COVID-19 will vary across regions in Canada, provincial and territorial public health authorities are also essential resources for guidanceon workplaces.
  • For more general information, please visit Canada.ca/coronavirus for the latest case numbers, public health advice and guidance."

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 7, 2020

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, July 7, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 7, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of an in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:
    "There have been 105 935 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,693 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 2,975,000 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • The local epidemiology in each jurisdiction drives what public health measures are required and which activities are permitted.
  • Visit Canada.ca/coronavirus for the latest case numbers, public health advice and guidance."