By Janice McKay Jul 28, 2022 4:20 pm
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) reports that COVID-19 is taking its toll as the seventh wave of the pandemic continues in the region.
Public health reports five deaths due to COVID-19, as well as three hospitalizations and six outbreaks in the highest-risk settings.
The five deaths were linked to two outbreaks in long-term care facilities. HPPH also reported an additional eighty confirmed cases of COVID-19 in high-risk individuals in the past week.
Because PCR testing is limited to only high-risk individuals, the number of people in Huron-Perth who have COVID-19 is much higher than the number of confirmed cases.
“Although we are now in a much better position against COVID-19 than we were two years ago, COVID-19 remains a serious infection,” says Dr. Miriam Klassen, medical officer of health. “HPPH sends our condolences to the families of those who have passed away. So far in 2022, 43 people in Huron-Perth have died due to COVID-19. We are seeing high levels of community transmission in this seventh wave and are asking everyone to make decisions to protect themselves and vulnerable members of our community.
How to protect yourself and your loved ones at this time – Stay home when you are sick, even with mild symptoms, and keep sick children out of childcare facilities – If you test positive for COVID-19, you should self-isolate. Follow the instructions at ontario.ca/exposed or call the Provincial Testing and Isolation Information Line at 1-888-777-0730. This line is open 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., 7 days a week.- If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, visitontario.ca/exposed or call The provincial testing and isolation information line above to learn what to do next.- Masking requirements continue to be in place for those who have tested positive for COVID-19 or have been exposed to COVID-19. Visit ontario.ca/exposed to learn more.- Find out your risk and eligibility for early testing and treatment for COVID-19. Have a plan for accessing this research and treatment; visit to learn more.– Even without known exposure to COVID-19, wear a well-fitting three-layer cloth mask or medical mask indoors in public spaces.– Maintain good indoor ventilation (for example, by opening windows)– Wash hands often and;– Stay up to date with vaccinations against COVID-19. Visit www.hpph.ca/GetVaccinated to find out which dose you are eligible for and clinic dates and locations.
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