Statement from Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, December 6, 2020

On December 6, 2020, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Teresatam, issued the following statement on COVID-19:

December 6, 2020 – Ottawa, ON – Public Health Agency of Canada

“Because the COVID-19 activity continues to revive in Canada, Tracking various epidemiological indicators To monitor where the disease is most active, where it is widespread, and how it affects the health and public health, laboratories and medical abilities of Canadians. The following is an up-to-date summary of the number and trends of countries and the actions we should all take to keep COVID-19 at a manageable level nationwide.

Since the onset of the pandemic, there have been 408,921 cases of COVID-19, including 12,589 deaths reported in Canada. These cumulative numbers tell us about the overall burden of COVID-19 infections to date. Although cumulative numbers are high and rapid growth continues in many regions, it is important to remember that the majority of Canadians are still susceptible to COVID-19. That’s why it’s important for everyone to continue. Individual notes To protect ourselves, our families, and our communities.

At present, there are 71,450 active cases nationwide. The latest national data show that 6,168 new cases (November 27-December 3) and 74,596 were tested daily and 7.4% were positive (November 22-28). I will. COVID-19 has spread to people of all ages and has a high infection rate in all age groups. However, nationally, infection rates remain the highest among people over the age of 80, who are at the highest risk of serious outcomes.

Similarly, outbreaks continue to occur in high-risk groups and communities, including hospitals and long-term sanatoriums, apartment buildings, indigenous communities, and more remote parts of the country. This ongoing impact on high-risk individuals, the environment and the population is deeply concerned, exposing countless Canadians to the risk of life-threatening illnesses, causing serious disruption to healthcare services and complex first aid measures. It presents ongoing challenges to areas that are not well equipped to manage.

The number of people experiencing severe illness continues to grow across Canada. According to state and territory data, an average of 2,490 people with COVID-19 have been treated in Canadian hospitals over the last seven days (November 27-December 3), of which 489 are in intensive care. I was being treated in the room. .. During the same period, an average of 87 COVID-19-related deaths were reported daily. This situation puts a heavy burden on local health resources, especially in areas with the highest infection rates. These effects affect everyone. It puts a heavy burden on healthcare professionals and healthcare systems, delaying or postponing critical selective medical procedures and increasing existing backlogs and latency.

As we head for another week, I’m focusing on the positive news that the first supply of safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine is expected to be available in early 2021. The path to widespread and lasting immunity to COVID-19 is not so, but let’s stay grounded so as not to lose our foothold suddenly or as soon as we want.This is especially important to us Planning for future holidays.. I would like to remind Canadians that the safest way to celebrate a holiday is to stay with your relatives and avoid non-essential trips. I often feel stressed during the holidays, but I understand that these feelings can be amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a good idea to keep in mind your mental health and wellness, such as contacting your supportive friends and family, talking about your feelings, and looking for something available. resource,Such Wellness Together Canada Portal, Free for Canadians of all ages.

While continuing to prepare ways to manage COVID-19 extensively and sustainably through safe and effective vaccines, Canadians protect us and our families while protecting populations and communities at high risk of serious consequences. It is necessary to continue individual practices that keep them safer. To do this, we need to consistently maintain key public health practices, limit close contact to only people in our direct households, and reduce direct interactions to only important errands and activities. There is. At home / self-quarantine If there is Symptoms,maintain Physical distance, Wear a face mask if necessary (Including indoors with people from outside your direct household), and catch up frequently Hands, cough And surface Hygiene. Avoid 3 Cs as much as possible