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Support is available, whether you’re in crisis or just need to talk. 24/7, free of charge, for people of ALL AGES across Canada:
#CulturalSafety: 24/7 immediate support is available at no cost for Indigenous people of all ages in Canada. If you need someone to talk to, discover the support options available to you. 👇�DQ
You’re not alone. Help is available 24/7, at no cost, for people of ALL AGES across Canada. If you need someone to talk to, discover the support options available to you. 👇🏽�qxfr
Nearly 8 million Canadians live with #ChronicPain. It can be an isolating condition if others:
• don’t understand the pain
• don’t believe the pain is real
Find programs in your area that can help at Canada.ca/chronicpain
#NPAW2022
#GoLocalCanada! Stay current on #COVID19Vaccines, guidance, testing and self-assessment information specific to local areas. Find resources by province or territory here: canada.ca/en/public-heal…
The pandemic has impacted children and youth in different ways. Kids Help Phone is available 24 hrs/day for ages 5-29. For anonymous care from professional counsellors, call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
4/4 3. Reduce spread to others – if you have symptoms please stay home! This is crucial for reducing spread, protecting others at high risk of severe respiratory illness and helping protect health system capacity for us all.
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3/4 2. Protect your respiratory tract from invading viruses🦠– keep up#handwashingg and wear a good quality, well-fitting facemask when indoors, esp. if you can’t avoid being in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces.
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2/4 Focussing in on the top 3, #VaccinePlus precautions:
1. Boost your immunity – get vaccinated with #COVID19Vaccines / #Omicron-containing booster and get your annual #influenza vaccine #FluShot
1/4 Nationally, respiratory virus surveillance indicators point to the need for stepped up precautions as #SARSCoV2, #influenza, #RSV and other seasonal respiratory viruses continue to co-circulate in Canada. #VaccinesPlus
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For health care professionals | Needle-related fainting: Why does it happen? What to do about it | bit.ly/3qG7X0J #VaccinesWork
Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam #GoLocalCanada! Stay current on #COVID19Vaccines, guidance, testing and self-assessment information specific to local areas. Find resources by province or territory here: canada.ca/en/public-heal…
2/2 These study data indicate that TPOXX is highly effective against currently circulating MPXV strains and could be an important contributor to curbing the ongoing outbreak. Read the published study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36318038/
1/2 In a new study, Canada's National Microbiology Lab (NML) tested the efficacy of antiviral drug tecovirimat (TPOXX) in vitro & in vivo against a clade 2 Canadian 2022 isolate of #monkeypox virus (MPXV) isolated during the current outbreak.
In the ongoing pandemic, all children & youth over 6 months should get their #FluShot to minimize the impact of concurrent influenza and COVID-19 outbreaks. Updated recommendations for the 2022/23 #Flu season here: cps.ca/en/documents/p…
Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam Trying to teach your kids about #FoodSafety? Look no further, we’ve got the video for you ⬇️
#SafeFoodHandling #FoodborneIllness
Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam The #flu and #Covid19 can both keep you home sick and can cause serious complications.
Help protect yourself by staying up-to-date on your vaccinations. If you do get sick, help keep those around you safe by staying home.
For more info: ow.ly/XN0P50LlrPc
Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam #ClimateAction is #PublicHealth action.
Learn more about the role public health systems play in reducing and preventing the health impacts of climate change #CPHOReport2022
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Get the latest info and updates on #COVID19 on the Canada.ca #coronavirus disease website, including links to current situation & trends; public health info & what to do if you feel sick; vaccines & travel, etc. ow.ly/phv950BI9D0
Reasons to get vaccinated: Reason 8 – Vaccines are important throughout the lifespan | @VaxAmbassadors & @ImmunizedotCa | bit.ly/3jlC0Gx #VaccinesWork #GetImmunized
Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam Are you interested in learning more about breastfeeding rates and progress in Canada?
The Canadian breastfeeding dashboard 2022 is now available: ow.ly/tlqe50Lwf8H
Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam #ChronicPain is often invisible and can impact quality of life, including mental and emotional health.
Learn about chronic pain and available resources at Canada.ca/chronicpain
#NPAW2022
#GoLocalCanada! Stay current on #COVID19Vaccines, guidance, testing and self-assessment information specific to local areas. Find resources by province or territory here: canada.ca/en/public-heal…
2/2 Follow local #PublicHealth advice based on respiratory virus activity in your area. Understand risks to avoid (crowds, poorly ventilated spaces, outbreak settings, etc.) & add layers of protection accordingly to reduce the risks for you & yours.
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1/2 Actions to reduce respiratory virus spread can lessen the impact on us & the health system! #VaccinesPlus (#FluShot, #COVID19Vaccines) including masks & staying home when sick provide excellent protection esp. when layered together.
3/3 #COVIDIsNotOver but as this season brings new concerns with other respiratory viruses making a comeback, this weekly thread is changing - look out each TUESDAY for Respiratory Season 🇨🇦 updates on disease activity and prevention practices.
2/3 With over half (54%) of recent #influenza detections reported among children & teens, and other respiratory viruses like #RSV above expected levels for this time of year + #COVID19 circulating, we need to layer up now with #VaccinePlus
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1/3 #COVID19 key concerns 🇨🇦: as seasonal respiratory virus activity increases, including a steep rise in influenza virus detections, co-circulation of COVID-19 with other viruses is a growing concern, including for children & teens.canada.ca/en/public-heal…mP8
This time of year can be challenging for Veterans.
Please know that you are not alone.
Reach out to a loved one, call the VAC Assistance Service at 1-800-268-7708 or check out additional mental health supports.
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Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam #COVID19 Epidemiology 🇨🇦 : Nationally over the past week, indicators of new/curren#COVID1919 transmission (cases, test positivity, # people in hospitals/ICU) remained steady or decreased, while other respiratory virus activity increases#COVIDIsntOverehealth-infobase.canada.ca/covid-19/5x
#VaccinesPlus is #MyWhy. Staying up to date on #COVID19 vaccinations is my essential immunity layer to protect against serious illness, hospitalization, and death due to COVID-19. canada.ca/en/public-heal…
Did you know that approximately 1 in 5 Canadians live with #ChronicPain?
Learn about chronic pain and available resources at Canada.ca/chronicpain
#NPAW2022
A booster dose improves your immune response and helps increase protection against severe outcomes from #Covid19. Take action and make sure your COVID-19 vaccines are up to date today.
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Retweeted by Dr. Theresa Tam Climate anxiety is rising. As noted in #CPHOReport2022, youth are particularly vulnerable as they will be most impacted by climate change.
This #MentalHealthMonday, let’s embrace hope for a healthier world. Learn more:
canada.ca/en/public-heal…
Get the latest info and updates on #COVID19 on the Canada.ca #coronavirus disease website, including links to the current situation & trends; public health info & what to do if you feel sick; vaccines & travel, etc. ow.ly/phv950BI9D0
Support is available, whether you’re in crisis or just need to talk. 24/7, free of charge, for people of ALL AGES across Canada:
The pandemic has impacted children and youth in different ways. Kids Help Phone is available 24 hrs/day for ages 5-29. For anonymous care from professional counsellors, call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
You’re not alone. Help is available 24/7, at no cost, for people of ALL AGES across Canada. If you need someone to talk to, discover the support options available to you. 👇🏽�0baR
#GoLocalCanada! Stay current on #COVID19Vaccines, guidance, testing and self-assessment information specific to local areas. Find resources by province or territory here: canada.ca/en/public-heal…
#CulturalSafety: 24/7 immediate support is available at no cost for Indigenous people of all ages in Canada. If you need someone to talk to, discover the support options available to you. 👇�RD
Get the latest info & updates on #COVID19:
See Canada.ca for public health measures & what to do if you feel sick; vaccines & travel, etc.: ow.ly/phv950BI9D0
Read Canada’s COVID-19 Weekly Epidemiology Update: ow.ly/D8Uk50BI9D1
Support is available, whether you’re in crisis or just need to talk. 24/7, free of charge, for people of ALL AGES across Canada:
#CulturalSafety: 24/7 immediate support is available at no cost for Indigenous people of all ages in Canada. If you need someone to talk to, discover the support options available to you. 👇�Tv
You’re not alone. Help is available 24/7, at no cost, for people of ALL AGES across Canada. If you need someone to talk to, discover the support options available to you. 👇🏽�bHX8
Friendly reminder: don’t forget to change your #clocks back before you go to bed on Saturday night. Also, a good time to check on emergency supplies and batteries in smoke and CO2 detectors.
#GoLocalCanada! Stay current on #COVID19Vaccines, guidance, testing and self-assessment information specific to local areas. Find resources by province or territory here: canada.ca/en/public-heal…
The pandemic has impacted children and youth in different ways. Kids Help Phone is available 24 hrs/day for ages 5-29. For anonymous care from professional counsellors, call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
Get the latest info & updates on #COVID19:
See Canada.ca for public health measures & what to do if you feel sick; vaccines & travel, etc.: ow.ly/phv950BI9D0
Read Canada’s COVID-19 Weekly Epidemiology Update: ow.ly/D8Uk50BI9D1
#GoLocalCanada! Stay current on #COVID19Vaccines, guidance, testing and self-assessment information specific to local areas. Find resources by province or territory here: canada.ca/en/public-heal…
Health Canada has authorized the Moderna BA.4/5 bivalent #Covid19 booster.
NACI continues to recommend bivalent Omicron-targeting COVID-19 vaccines for people 12 years of age and older who are receiving a fall booster.
Read the summary: ow.ly/fLjl50LtjtO
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