Statement of the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on June 13, 2021

Ottawa, Ontario, June 13, 2021 /CNW Telbec/-Public Health Agency of Canada

Canadian Men’s Health Month in June is an opportunity to learn how men can improve their health and well-being. 90% of men have at least one of the four main risk factors for chronic diseases: smoking, lack of exercise, excessive drinking or unhealthy diet. These health risks can be prevented through a healthier lifestyle. Make small adjustments to your lifestyle Can have a big impact, leading to better health outcomes.

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought additional stress and challenges to mental health. Recognizing this, this year’s Canadian Men’s Health Month focused on the benefits of exercise in supporting physical and mental health. This year’s theme- Act for your mental health- It aims to make men and their families across the country more active and informed. We know that the physical activity of parents helps to encourage children’s activities, which is very important for their healthy growth and development.I encourage men and their families to participate in Canadian Men’s Health Foundation (CMHF), and view CMHF Resource list, Including health tips and tools on how to live a healthier life.

With the COVID-19 activity in Canada, We are tracking a series of epidemiological indicators Monitor where the disease is most active, where it spreads, and how it affects the health of Canadians as well as public health, laboratory, and healthcare capabilities.At the same time, the Public Health Bureau Canada Canadians are being provided with regular updates on COVID-19 Vaccination, Vaccination coverage And continue to monitor Vaccine safety All over the country. The following is the latest summary of the national numbers and trends, and the actions we all need to take to reduce the infection rate, while expanding the vaccination program, including an accelerated second dose program, to better protect the people and communities across the country.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, there have been 1,401,006 COVID-19 cases and 25,914 deaths reported Canada; These cumulative figures tell us the overall burden of COVID-19 disease so far. They also told us that, together with the results of the serological study, The vast majority of Canadians are still susceptible to COVID-19However, with the accelerated expansion of vaccination programs, people are increasingly optimistic that by fully vaccinating the majority of Canadians in the coming weeks and months, widespread, stronger and longer-lasting immunity can be achieved force.

Since immunity is still being established in the population, Public health measures with Personal precautions Control of COVID-19 remains critical.Because of the measures taken by the people in the hardest-hit areas and localities Canada Continuing to take personal preventive measures, the disease trend continues to decline strongly and steadily. The latest national data show that disease activity has continued to decline, with an average of 1,548 cases reported every day in the last 7 days.June 4-10), a decrease of 34% compared to the previous week.For a week May 30-June 5, Completing an average of 72,692 tests per day Canada, Of which 2.8% were positive for COVID-19, compared with 3.8% in the previous week. Until vaccine coverage is high enough to affect the spread of the disease more widely in the community, we must maintain a high degree of caution to reduce the infection rate to a manageable low level, and do not relax too early or too quickly where the infection rate is high limit.

As the national infection rate has fallen sharply, the total number of severe and critically ill patients has also steadily declined. Provincial and territorial data show that during the last 7 days, an average of 1,839 COVID-19 patients received treatment in Canadian hospitals every day (June 4-10), a decrease of 21% from last week. This includes an average of 795 people receiving treatment in the intensive care unit (ICU), a 21% decrease from last week. Similarly, an average of 31 deaths were reported every day for the latest 7 days (June 4-10) Continued to decline, with a decrease of 7% compared to the previous week.

comprehensive, Variant of Concern (VOC) Represents most of the most recently reported COVID-19 cases across the country. Four volatile organic compounds (B.1.1.7 (Alpha), B.1.351 (Beta), P.1 (Gamma) and B.1.617, including B.1.617.2 (Delta)) have been detected in most provinces and regions.Although Alpha variants continue to account for the majority of gene sequencing variants Canada, We observe an increase in Delta variants in some parts CanadaAs Canada Continuing to monitor and evaluate the genetic variation of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, including its impact on Canada, we know that the combination of vaccination and public health and personal measures is working to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

As Vaccine eligibility Continue to expand, encourage Canadians to get vaccinated and support others to get vaccinated as soon as possible. In addition, as provinces and territories speed up their second-dose vaccination plans, eligible people are urged to receive full vaccination, including the second dose. Two-dose COVID-19 vaccine seriesThe second immune booster greatly reduces our personal risk of infection and serious injury, provides stronger protection against certain worrying mutations (including Delta mutations), and may make immunity last longer.Canadians are reminded that this is It is safe and effective to inoculate one vaccine product in the first dose and another vaccine product in the second dose Complete your two-dose vaccine series to get the best protection against COVID-19.

However, regardless of our vaccination status while COVID-19 is still spreading, it is important to remain vigilant, continue to follow local public health recommendations, and always maintain personal practices to make us and our families safer, even if COVID- Positive impact of 19-19 vaccines are under development: Stay home/self-isolate If you have any symptom, Consider the risk And reduce non-essential activities and outings to a minimum, Avoid all unnecessary travelAnd maintain personal protective measures Physical distance, Hands, cough with surface Hygiene and Wear a well-fitting and correct mask (Including sharing space indoors or outdoors with people other than your immediate family).

For more information on the risks and benefits of vaccination, I encourage Canadians to contact you Local public health authority, Healthcare provider, or other credible and reliable source, such as Canada Net with Immune network. work together, health Canada, This Department of Public Health Canada, National Immunization Advisory Committee, Canadian Health chief medical officers and other health professionals across the country closely Monitoring vaccine safety, Effectiveness and best use to suit the method.With the development of science and the situation, we are committed to providing clear and well-founded guidance so that everyone is Canada Safe and healthy.

Canadians can also redouble their efforts by sharing Credible data COVID-19 risks and preventive measures with Measures to reduce COVID-19 in the community. Read my background profile to access more information COVID-19 information and resources Ways to reduce risk and protect yourself and others, including related COVID-19 vaccination.

SOURCE Department of Public Health Canada

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