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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

25 Jan, 8 tweets, 2 min read

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB update: The emergence of more infectious variants of concern requires close attention. Unfortunately, over the weekend, we identified our first case of the B.1.1.7 variant that has no currently known link to travel. (1/8)

This is a concerning development that underlines the importance of expanding lab capacity to screen positive cases for genetic mutations of concern & ensuring we detect variants of concern if they are spreading in the province. (2/8)

Over the last 24hrs we have ID’d 362 new cases of COVID-19 & completed about 7.2K tests. Our positivity rate is about 5%. There are active alerts or outbreaks in 268 schools, or about 11% of schools in AB w/500 cases total. There are 637 ppl in hospital, incl 113 in ICU. (3/8)

Sadly, 25 new deaths were reported to us in the last 24 hrs. These Albertans were between the ages of 41 and 100. My deepest sympathies go to the family, friends & communities mourning the death of these individuals. They loved, were loved, and will be sorely missed. (4/8)

As we work to advise on the best path forward to prevent hospitalizations & deaths from COVID-19, we are closely monitoring for the UK & South African variants. If additional steps are required to prevent the spread of variants in Alberta, we will take action to do so. (5/8)

Thank you to the many Albertans who continue to follow public health orders. You are the majority & the reason we continue to see promising progress in our daily case numbers, positivity rate & r-value. Your sacrifices & selfless efforts are making a difference. (6/8)

Hospitalizations are still high. Until they come down, we need to continue w/ the measures in place. I know this isn’t easy – especially for those whose businesses & work have been impacted – but it’s necessary given the continued strain on our health care system. (7/8)

That strain has also come with its own hardship & consequences for the many Albertans waiting for scheduled procedures & surgeries. As soon as it’s safe to recommend the easing of any restrictions, we will do so. Until then, please continue to follow the measures in place. (8/8)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

26 Jan

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB update: It can be overwhelming to wade through the overabundance of COVID-19 info, but it’s critical we are informed by verified facts & informed analysis. I encourage Albertans to be thoughtful & critical of what they see online. (1/8)

Assess accuracy & look for info from reputable sources, confirmed by other reputable sources, before you believe/pass it along. Promote content reviewed by epidemiology & public health experts. Each of us can help combat misinformation to support & protect each other (2/8)

We have administered 99,814 doses of vaccine in AB. This incl 10K+ Albertans who have been fully immunized w/ 2 doses. Over the last 24 hrs, we have identified 366 new cases of COVID-19 & completed about 8.3K tests. Our positivity rate is about 4.4%. (3/8)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

22 Jan

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB numbers: Over the last 24 hrs we have identified 643 new cases & completed about 13K tests. Our positivity rate is about 5%. (1/4)

There are 691 people in hospital, including 115 in ICU. Sadly, 12 new deaths were reported over the past 24hrs. My condolences go to the families, friends & anyone mourning the loss of a loved one today. (2/4)

We are making progress, but are not where we need to be quite yet. Please continue to follow current health measures this weekend. If you are gathering outdoors, meet in groups of 10 or less & dress for the colder weather. (3/4)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

21 Jan

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB update: Over the last 24 hrs, we ID’d 678 new cases & completed about 14K tests. The positivity rate was about 4.8%. (1/10)

There are alerts in 178 schools & outbreaks in 4, w/ 282 cases total. In-school transmission has occurred in 23 schools, w/ 20 of these having only 1 case occur as a result. We are now averaging 80 new cases/day in school-ages. The average was 140 before school started. (2/10)

Hospitalizations remain high, w/ 726 people in hosp, incl. 119 in ICU. 16 new deaths were reported in the last 24 hrs. Every death leaves a hole in the lives of their loved ones. I encourage all to reach out to ppl who are grieving & let them know they are not alone. (3/10)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

21 Jan

I have heard some questions from parents, teachers and others around safety in schools. These are challenging times and I know that parents, students, staff and families are working incredibly hard. (1/5)

There are no risk-free options w/ COVID, but our data indicates the current school model is largely effective at limiting in-school transmission. As of yesterday, 167 schools were on alert & 2 outbreaks declared w/ 252 total cases. Only 18 schools have had in-school trans. (2/5)

Supporting students to be in school benefits our society & children + underscores the need to continue reducing community transmission to protect our schools. This is why we prioritized in-class school return while keeping other restrictions in place. (3/5)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

20 Jan

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB update: Canada’s review process is among the best in the world. Both vaccines we are using went through a rigorous testing & Health Canada approval process. Vaccine safety monitoring is of the utmost importance. (1/11)

We have administered 95K+ doses of Pfizer & Moderna vaccines, 18 adverse events were reported w/an overall rate lower than this year’s pneumococcal vaccine program. 6 were allergic reactions, others incl diarrhea, vomiting or rash. We will continue to monitor every dose. (2/11)

I want ABs to understand that we are watching closely, and that the benefits of these vaccines far outweigh the risks. I hope this info helps Albertans make an informed choice to get immunized when it’s their turn. That choice will save lives. (3/11)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

19 Jan

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB update: Over the last 24 hrs, we identified 456 new cases & completed about 8.2K tests. The positivity rate was about 5.6%. There are active alerts in 147 schools and outbreaks in 2 schools, about 6% of schools w/212 cases. (1/5)

Our positivity rate is still far above the 1-3% from summer & fall. While having fewer ppl showing symptoms & needing testing is good, I want to remind anyone w/ symptoms of COVID-19 to stay home & book testing immediately. (2/5)

There are 740 ppl in hospital, incl. 119 in ICU. Sadly, 17 new deaths were reported in the last 24 hrs. My sympathies are w/ their family & friends. These were parents, grandparents, siblings, co-workers, neighbours and friends to many & their loss is felt across Alberta. (3/5)

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