Public Health Agency of Canada

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on November 12, 2021

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Friday, November 12, 2021
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 12, 2021 /CNW/ -Since the outset of the pandemic, we have learned a lot about the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 12, 2021 /CNW/ -Since the outset of the pandemic, we have learned a lot about the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19.
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) continues to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues of concern.
  • We know that vaccination , in combination with public health measures and individualpractices , work to reduce disease spread and severe outcomes.
  • While COVID-19 is still circulating in Canada and internationally, public health practices remain crucial: stay home/self-isolate if you have symptoms ; be aware of risks associated with different settings ; follow local public health advice and maintain individual protective practices.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on November 5, 2021

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Friday, November 5, 2021
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 5, 2021 /CNW/ - The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) continues to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues of concern.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 5, 2021 /CNW/ - The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) continues to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues of concern.
  • Today's updated longer-range modelling forecast suggests the fourth wave could continue to decline in the coming weeks if transmission does not increase.
  • Since the start of the pandemic, there have been 1,725,151 cases of COVID-19 and 29,115 deaths reported in Canada.
  • While COVID-19 is still circulating in Canada and internationally, public health practices remain crucial: stay home/self-isolate if you have symptoms ; be aware of risks associated with different settings ; follow local public health advice and maintain individual protective practices.

Proof of Vaccination Requirement for Visitors of Federal Correctional Sites

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Friday, November 5, 2021
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Starting on November 15, 2021, visitors will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to entering a CSC facility such as a correctional institution, Community Correctional Centre, or parole office.

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  • Starting on November 15, 2021, visitors will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to entering a CSC facility such as a correctional institution, Community Correctional Centre, or parole office.
  • If someone is unable to be vaccinated, they must present proof of an exemption and a negative COVID-19 test result before entering our facilities.
  • CSC's new visitor proof of vaccination requirement is closely aligned with the new Government of Canada mandatory vaccination policy .
  • CSC's proof of vaccination requirement for visitors was made in consultation with stakeholders.

BlueDot, Inc. and Huron Join Forces to Strengthen an Organization’s Response to Epidemics

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through the world with its widespread morbidity and economic impact.

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through the world with its widespread morbidity and economic impact.
  • As nations and multinationals look beyond the pandemic, they need solutions that can help them better protect people and mitigate the instability of future epidemics.
  • Founded in 2013, BlueDot is the first epidemic intelligence platform that provides global and industry leaders, and corporations with the insights to detect, assess, and respond to epidemics.
  • BlueDot empowers governments and organizations to act faster and with more confidence to manage epidemics and allows multinational businesses to respond with greater agility and resilience.

New Canadian Cancer Statistics report reveals 50% decline in prostate cancer death rate since peak in 1995

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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Since its peak in 1995, the prostate cancer death rate has declined by 50%.

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  • Since its peak in 1995, the prostate cancer death rate has declined by 50%.
  • Canadian Cancer Statistics 2021 wasdeveloped by the Canadian Cancer Statistics Advisory Committee in collaboration with CCS,Statistics Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada.The report showed the prostate cancer death rate has been cut in half over the last 26 years from 45.1 to an expected 22.7 per 100,000 males.
  • Advancementsin precision surgery and targeted radiation treatments have played a major role in helping to cut the prostate cancer death rate in half.
  • Over the last 10 years, the Canadian Cancer Society and the former Prostate Cancer Canada (PCC), with its partner the Movember Foundation, have invested approximately $132 million in research focused on prostate cancer.

New mRNA cervical screening program could help reduce health care costs in Canada and help women avoid unnecessary testing and follow-up

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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The model was a simulation of the impact of the proposed primary HPV screening program developed for Ontario that compared using two different types of high-risk HPV tests: mRNA and DNA-based tests.

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  • The model was a simulation of the impact of the proposed primary HPV screening program developed for Ontario that compared using two different types of high-risk HPV tests: mRNA and DNA-based tests.
  • "Using these findings, governments across the country have the opportunity to create safe, efficient and cost-effective screening programs that will help to drive down cervical cancer rates even further towards that goal."
  • A Health Economic Model to Estimate the Costs and Benefits of an MRNA vs DNA High-Risk HPV Assay in a Hypothetical HPV Primary Screening Algorithm in Ontario, Canada.
  • Vaccarella S, Lortet-Tieulent J, Plummer M, Franceschi S, Bray F. Worldwide Trends in Cervical Cancer Incidence: Impact of Screening against Changes in Disease Risk Factors.

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on October 15, 2021

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Friday, October 15, 2021
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 15, 2021 /CNW/ - The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) continues to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues of concern.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 15, 2021 /CNW/ - The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) continues to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues of concern.
  • Since the start of the pandemic, there have been 1,673,408 cases of COVID-19 and 28,421 deaths reported in Canada.
  • The latest national 7-day average of 3,168 new cases reported daily (Oct 8-14) is a decrease of 15% over the previous week.
  • While COVID-19 is still circulating in Canada and internationally, core public health practices remain crucial: stay home/self-isolate if you have symptoms ; be aware of risks associated with different settings ; follow local public health advice and maintain individual protective practices.

The Prime Minister announces changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service

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Friday, October 8, 2021
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:
    Dr. Harpreet S. Kochhar,currentlyAssociate Deputy Minister of Health, becomes President of the Public Health Agency of Canada, effective October 12, 2021.
  • Heather Jeffrey, currently Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategy and Integration, COVID-19 Task Force, Health Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Health, effective October 12, 2021.
  • The Prime Minister took the opportunity to acknowledge other changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service that took place last month:
    Gina Wilson, Senior Associate Deputy Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Youth, Canadian Heritage, is also serving as Deputy Minister for Women and Gender Equality, effective September 1, 2021.
  • The Prime Minister also congratulates the following individuals on their retirement from the Public Service, and thanks them for their dedication and service to Canadians:

Government of Canada to assist Alberta with COVID-19 response

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Saturday, October 2, 2021
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The Canadian Armed Forces is preparing to provide up to eight critical care nurses to assist in intensives care units in hospitals in Alberta.

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  • The Canadian Armed Forces is preparing to provide up to eight critical care nurses to assist in intensives care units in hospitals in Alberta.
  • The Government Operations Centre is working closely with federal and provincial partners to coordinate the federal response to the situation in Alberta.
  • The Government Operations Centre is responsible for coordinating the Government of Canada's response to emergency events including the pandemic.
  • It supports the Public Health Agency of Canada, which is the federal government lead for the response to COVID-19.

Statement from the Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health (CCMOH): Update on COVID-19 Vaccines and the Risk of Myocarditis and Pericarditis

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Friday, October 1, 2021
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All vaccines authorized for use in Canada are assessed for safety, efficacy and quality by Health Canada.

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  • All vaccines authorized for use in Canada are assessed for safety, efficacy and quality by Health Canada.
  • Individuals in Canada should be assured that all COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in Canada have been rigorously tested and carefully reviewed by Health Canada.
  • Canada's Chief Medical Officers of Health encourage all individuals to get vaccinated to protect themselves and those around them.
  • The Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health includes the Chief Medical Officer of Health from each provincial and territorial jurisdiction, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, the Chief Medical Advisor of Health Canada, the Chief Medical Officer of Public Health of Indigenous Services Canada, the Chief Medical Officer from the First Nations Health Authority, and ex-officio members from other federal government departments.