Chief Public Health Officer of Canada

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

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Sunday, July 19, 2020
Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Theresa Tam, Health Canada, Government, Health

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
Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Psychological resilience, Articles, Health

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."

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 6, 2020

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Monday, July 6, 2020
Coronaviridae, Animal virology, Coronavirus, Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Theresa Tam

OTTAWA, ON, July 6, 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 6, 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 105,536 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,684 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 2,940,000 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • Over the past week, an average of 39,000 people were tested daily, with 1% testing positive.
  • Visit Canada.ca/coronavirus for more the latest case numbers, public health advice and guidance."

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 1, 2020

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Theresa Tam

OTTAWA, ON, July 1, 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 1, 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 104,204 cases of COVID-19 in Canada, including 8,591 deaths.
  • For more information on how to celebrate Canada Day 2020, visit Canadian Heritage's webpage.
  • And in the spirit of following good public health advice, I will be taking some time off to rest-up and recharge.
  • During this time, Dr. Howard Njoo, Deputy Chief Public Health Officer of Canada will deliver briefings, statements and tweets to keep Canadians informed.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on June 30, 2020

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Theresa Tam, Influenza A virus subtype H1N1

OTTAWA, ON, June 30, 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, June 30, 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 103,918 cases, including 8,566 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 2,721,685 people for COVID-19 to date.
  • Over the past week, an average of 37,000 people were tested daily, with 1% testing positive.
  • By observing public health measures and avoiding exposure risks, we can keep COVID-19 under control.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada: An Update on Her Vision and Areas of Focus

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Friday, June 26, 2020
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As I mark my third anniversary as Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, I am heartened by the dedication, compassion, and collaboration that Canadians have shown in addressing this unprecedented challenge.

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  • As I mark my third anniversary as Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, I am heartened by the dedication, compassion, and collaboration that Canadians have shown in addressing this unprecedented challenge.
  • This progress is encouraging, and it is essential that we maintain our resolve in adhering to the public health measures that have helped us flatten the curve.
  • Efforts to eliminate stigma are particularly important as it intersects with other pressing public health issues in Canada.
  • My goal as Chief Public Health Officer is to help set up the conditions that allow all Canadians to have the chance to achieve optimal health.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on COVID-19

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Monday, May 18, 2020
Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Theresa Tam, Ottawa

OTTAWA, May 18, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of a daily in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, May 18, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of a daily in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:
    "As of Monday, May 18, there are 77,306 COVID-19 cases, including 5,805 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested 1,319,000 people for COVID-19 to date, with about 5 per cent of these testing positive.
  • But to maintain our progress, we need to continue public health practices of keeping two metres of physical distance from others, avoiding touching common surfaces, and cleaning our hands often and thoroughly.
  • As always, following the advice of your local public health authority is important for specific recommendations based on COVID-19 activity in your area.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on COVID-19

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Sunday, May 17, 2020
Countries, International organizations, World, Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Canada, Theresa Tam

OTTAWA, May 17, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of a daily in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, May 17, 2020 /CNW/ - In lieu of a daily in-person update to the media, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement today:
    "As of Sunday, May 17, there are 76,204 COVID-19 cases, including 5,702 deaths.
  • Labs across Canada have tested over 1,296,000 people for COVID-19 to date, with about 6 per cent of these testing positive.
  • So this year, by keeping our public health practices UP to keep the curve DOWN, we will be celebrating this May long weekend plank-style.
  • Since not every area of Canada is at the same place in terms of COVID-19 activity, Canadians will need to follow local public health authorities for specific advice.