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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

30 Dec 21

Here’s a summary of today’s #COVID19AB numbers. Over the past 24 hours we ID’d about 4K new cases of COVID-19, bringing Alberta’s active cases to about 21K. Our labs completed about 13K tests. 323 people are in hospital w/COVID w/48 in ICU. Our positivity rate is 30%. (1/4)

This afternoon, I am taking part in a #COVID19AB cabinet committee meeting to discuss the latest developments & trends with the Omicron variant & the ongoing work to protect Albertans. The live update scheduled for today will now be Dec 31. (2/4)

As previously announced, reporting has been reduced this week. Full reporting & a complete breakdown will resume as usual Jan 4 at alberta.ca/coronavirus-in…. (3/4)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

29 Dec 21

Pfizer & Moderna both use the same technology & offer a high level of protection, particularly against severe outcomes. I encourage Albertans to take advantage of whichever vaccine is available to them most conveniently, rather than waiting for a preferred brand. (8/11)

I urge Albertans to keep their circles small and in-person social interactions low as we head into the New Year. While the maximum for indoor gatherings is 10 adults, the smaller the gathering and the fewer get-togethers you attend, the better. (9/11)

We must also continue to follow restrictions. Additional restrictions are in place for businesses and venues in the Restrictions Exemption Program. These include NYE parties that might be held at community leagues, halls or similar venues servicing alcohol or food. (10/11)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

29 Dec 21

I’d like to emphasize that each province in Canada has adjusted reporting over the holidays & today’s #COVID19AB update #s are estimates. They’ll go through our rigorous quality assurance processes before the complete update is posted tomorrow. Numbers may change slightly. (1/11)

On Dec. 23, we ID’d about 2K new cases of COVID-19 & completed about 11.5K tests. On Dec. 24, we ID’d about 2.5K new cases, completing about 11.5K tests. On Dec. 25 we ID’d 1.6K cases out of about 7.2K tests. On Dec. 26 we ID’d about 750 new cases out of about 4K tests. (2/11)

On Dec. 27 we ID’d about 1.4K cases out of about 6.5K tests. Over the past 5 days our positivity rate ranged from 17-22%. This is the 1st time our positivity rate has been >13%, reinforcing Omicron is different than anything we’ve faced. (3/11)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

15 Dec 21

Here is a summary of the latest #COVID19AB numbers: There are now 362 people in hospital due to COVID-19. Of the 291 non-ICU, 62.9% are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated. Of the 71 in ICU, 74.6% are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated. (1/5)

Over the past 24 hours, we ID’d 456 new cases & completed about 10.1K tests. Complete, up-to-date data can be found here. alberta.ca/covid-19-alber… (2/5)

Sadly 3 new COVID-related deaths were reported to AB Health in the last 24 hrs. I extend my sincere condolences to all who are grieving the loss of a loved one. (3/5)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

15 Dec 21

Here is a summary of today’s #COVID19AB update. Twice before in this past year, we have faced a new variant, so we have seen what can happen with a new and more infectious version of the virus. Each time this meant we needed to change our assumptions & approach. (1/12)

Currently, we know Omicron is more transmissible & causes more breakthrough infections in those who have previously been infected & those who have 2 doses of vaccine. (2/12)

There is a question about whether it is milder than previous infections, but the early indications from South Africa are that w/a larger number of people being infected more quickly, the overall impact on ICUs is rising. (3/12)

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw

@CMOH_Alberta

15 Dec 21

Here is a summary of the latest #COVID19AB numbers: There are now 366 people in hospital due to COVID-19. Of the 296 non-ICU, 62.9% are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated. Of the 70 in ICU, 75.8% are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated. (1/5)

Over the past 24 hours, we ID’d 250 new cases & completed about 6.4K tests. Complete, up-to-date data can be found here. alberta.ca/covid-19-alber… (2/5)

Sadly 8 new COVID-related deaths were reported to AB Health in the last 24hrs. I extend my sincere condolences to all who are grieving the loss of a loved one. (3/5)

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