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1/5 .@WHO has determined that #COVID19 now constitutes a pandemic. The assessment by @WHO is not unexpected. In Canada, our public health system is prepared. #coronavirus
2/5 #PHAC and #publichealth authorities across Canada have been working together to ensure that our #COVID19 preparedness and response measures are appropriate and adaptable, based on the latest science and the evolving situation. #coronavirus
3/5 Our #publichealth efforts will continue to focus on #COVID19 containment to delay community spread by rapidly identifying cases, meticulously finding close contacts and using tried and true public health measures. #coronavirus
4/5 All Canadians can join forces with #publichealth authorities and do their part to prevent, delay and as/where needed, interrupt community-level #COVID19 transmission chains through strong individual hygiene practices, #SocialDistancing and #SelfIsolation. #coronavirus
5/5 As #COVID19 context continues to evolve, we will continue to provide ongoing updates. For the latest information on prevention, being prepared and travel health advice: bit.ly/3aIzt2Q
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1/5 #COVID19 outbreak control measures can slow spread, reduce peak impact on health system and give hospitals time to prepare/manage surge. It will take everyone working together to #FlattentheCurve.
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2/5 Here’s what we all need to do to #FlattentheCurve of #COVID19: Good hygiene practices - frequent #handwashing, #coughetiquette, #elbowsneeze, #Socialdistancing, #StayHomeIfSick. If sick, call ahead to be guided to appropriate care. #OutsmartEpidemics
3/5 #FlattentheCurve of #COVID19 by protecting those who are at high risk of severe outcomes, including older adults, those w/weakened immune system or w/ underlying medical condition(s). Protect yourself, protect others.
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1/5 #COVID19 Risk to Canadians: people over 65 years of age and people with a weakened immune system or underlying medical condition are at a higher risk of developing severe disease.
2/5 Avoid settings that can increase your risk of contracting #COVID19: heavily affected areas, cruise ships, international conferences & other large gatherings in enclosed spaces. Protect yourself, protect others. #coronavirus
3/5 The risk to Canadian travellers abroad will vary depending on the destination, as well as the person’s age and health status. Please consult the destination page on travel.gc.ca for the latest travel advice.

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1/5 #PHAC recommends that Canadians avoid all cruise ship travel due to the ongoing #COVID19 outbreak.
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2/5 Cruise passengers include travellers from around the world who may be arriving from areas with known or unknown spread of #COVID19. The virus can spread quickly on board cruise ships due to the close contact amongst passengers.
3/5 Older people & people with a weakened immune system or underlying medical condition are at a higher risk of developing severe disease and should avoid all cruise ship travel. #COVID19 #coronavirus
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