January 29: 514 new cases overnight in BC, 71 in IHA

Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC Health Officer, and Adrian Dix, Health Minister, have issued the following joint statement regarding the latest information on the reaction of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) in British Columbia.

“Today, we are reporting 514 new cases, including 6 epilinked cases, for a total of 66,779 cases in British Columbia.

“There are 4,557 COVID-19 activity cases in the state. Currently, 292 people are hospitalized for COVID-19, 74 of whom are in the intensive care unit. The rest are self-employed at home. It is isolated and recovered.

“Currently, as a result of specific exposure to known cases, 7,242 people are under active public health surveillance and an additional 59,551 who test positive have recovered.

“Since the last report, 134 new COVID-19 cases have occurred in the Vancouver Coastal Health Area, 223 in the Fraser Health Area, 29 in the Island Health Area, 71 in the Interior Health Area, and 57 in the North. Cases have occurred. There are no new cases of people living outside Canada in a healthy area.

“To date, 129,241 COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in British Columbia, of which 4,262 are second doses. Vaccination data are available on the following COVID-19 dashboard. www.bccdc.ca

“The first dose of COVID-19 vaccine is currently being offered to caregivers and staff who want it. This protection against the most vulnerable people is an important milestone for all of us, but we are vigilant. I have to continue.

“There were five new COVID-19-related deaths, killing a total of 1,189 people in British Columbia. Condolences to all who lost their loved ones in the COVID-19 pandemic.

“There was an outbreak of one new medical facility at Holy Family Hospital, ending outbreaks at Little Mountain Place, Mayfair Senior Living Care, and Morgan Place Care.

“January proved to be a difficult month for all of us. New cases of COVID-19 are still high, affecting vaccine supply and we are all in this. I’m feeling pandemic fatigue.

“But we need to remember that this month also brought more light. Every day, many of the most vulnerable people to severe illness are protected. This has significantly reduced the incidence of long-term care.

“Today, the federal government has announced new international travel restrictions to further limit the potential for COVID-19 to spread to our community. This is a welcome addition and one more for all of us. There are two protective layers.

“Travel across communities is not strongly recommended at this time unless absolutely necessary for work or medical care. This is for everyone in British Columbia, and to our state. Applies to anyone considering a visit to. It’s not time to travel.

“We need to postpone our travel plans until we are sure that we will not bring the virus or bring it back to our families and communities.

“Our layers of protection are a combination of state public health restrictions, our personal actions and precautions, and supporting each other to do the right thing without exception. This combined effort is It pushes down our curve.

“By participating, working together and following the measures we are taking, we can keep restaurants open, ski areas open, children attend school and the healthcare system keep working. ..

“This time around, each of us chooses to do what we can. This allows us to stay safe and delay the spread of COVID-19. Away, small and small. Locals. That’s the way we need to stay now. “

learn more:

Visit the BCCDC dashboard for vaccine information. http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/data
Or: www.bccdc.ca

For data on ongoing outbreaks in British Columbia’s long-term care facilities, long-term care facilities, and independent living facilities, please visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/data#outbreak

Mental health support, visits:

Mental Health and Anxiety Support: www.bouncebackbc.ca
Or: www.anxietycanada.com
Or: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/about-covid-19/mental-well-being-during-covid-19
Or:https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/virtual-supports-covid-19

For the latest updates, guidance, information, and where to take the test for COVID-19, please visit:

Latest medical updates including case count, prevention, risk, and search for your local laboratory: http://www.bccdc.ca/
Or follow @CDCofBC on Twitter.

Rural health The·See below for better ordering and guidance.

order: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-officer/current-health-topics/covid- 19-New coronavirus

Guidance on new restrictions: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support/restrictions

See below for non-health-related information.

Finance, childcare, education support, travel, transportation, and basic service information: www.gov.bc.ca/covid19
Alternatively, call 1 888 COVID19 (1 888 268-4319) 24/7 from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm (Pacific Time).

See below for COVID-19 exposure events, updates, and information from health authorities.

BCCDC (flight, work site, etc.): http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/public-exposures
Fraser Health: fraserhealth.ca/covid19exposure
Interior Health: https://news.interiorhealth.ca/news/public-exposures/
Island Health: https://www.islandhealth.ca/learn-about-health/covid-19/outbreaks-and-exposures
Northern Health: https://www.northernhealth.ca/health-topics/outbreaks-and-exposures
Vancouver Coastal Health: http://www.vch.ca/covid-19/public-exposures

For the latest video and livestreaming of COVID-19 media availability, please visit:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BCProvincialGovernment/
twitter: https://twitter.com/BCGovNews
YouTube: www.youtube.com/ProvinceofBC