Republic of the Congo - Make sure your Measles is up-to-date According to Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Health, more than 600 cases of measles, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported since January 2015, primarily in the southern departments of Pointe-Noire,...
Lyme disease is a serious illness that is present in Canada and spreading. Canadians at risk from Lyme disease include those, who live, work and/or play in close proximity to ticks that spread the disease. If not identified and treated early, Lyme disease can cause serious...
According to WHO, Ghana's Ministry of Health has reported more than 200 cases of meningococcal meningitis within the known meningitis belt region of northern Ghana, primarily in Upper West Region, since January 1, 2015. The epidemic threshold has been surpassed since mid-January 2015. Vaccination is recommended for...
According to Malawi's Ministry of Health, more than 90 cases of cholera a week are occurring primarily in the southern districts of Chikwawa and Nsjane which border Mozambique. More than 420 cases, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported since mid-February 2015;...
According to local public health and press sources, 1 presumably dog-related human case of rabies was reported in Corumbá Municipality, Mato Grosso do Sul State, on April 13, 2015, and is the first human rabies case reported in the state in 20 years. An epidemic of...
According to Peru's Ministry of Health, Tumbes and Piura regions are currently reporting more than 190 and 260 cases per week, respectively, of dengue fever. More than 1,630 and 1,570 cases, respectively, a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported since January 1, 2015. Travelers...
Kenya's Ministry of Health has reported more than 800 cases of cholera, a significant increase over the average incidence, primarily in Homa Bay, Migori, and Nairobi counties since late January 2015; the outbreak has peaked. Cholera vaccine is available. Strict hygiene and food and beverage precautions are...
Around 59,000 people die every year from rabies transmitted by dogs, with the poorer regions of the world worst affected, says a report by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control. The report authors said more should be done to vaccinate dogs, particularly in low-income countries. Vaccines for...
Colombia - Use mosquito repellant to avoid bites As per Colombia's Ministry of Health, more than 6,900 cases of chikungunya fever a week are currently occurring, primarily in Huila, Tolima, and Valle del Cauca departments Chikungunya should be considered in any traveler presenting with fever within...
Angola – Keep MMR up to date According to WHO, more than 12,000 confirmed measles cases, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported since January 2014 with 31 of these cases being reported in 2015. Brazil – Use mosquito precautions at all times...
With the upcoming changes as stated by the Alberta Government and the City of Edmonton, we wanted to reach out to let you know there won’t be any changes to the Covid protocols in place in our office. This means we will be continuing with our prescreening protocols. We will be continuing with our masking policy. And, if you are exhibiting any cold or flu-like symptoms please remain home and call health link at 811 for further advice.
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