OTTAWA, May 2, 2021 /CNW/ - This past week was National Immunization Awareness Week (NIAW), an annual event that serves to highlight the importance of .
From: Public Health Agency of Canada
On May 2, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
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This past week was National Immunization Awareness Week (NIAW), an annual event that serves to highlight the importance of immunization, and which I discussed in some detail in last week’s Sunday Edition. Over the course of this week, I have had the opportunity to participate in a number of virtual events and to connect with people across Canada on the important topic of vaccination. Meeting, talking with, and learning from people in the many different communities across the country is one the most interesting and rewarding parts of my job as Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer.
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on May 1, 2021
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OTTAWA, ON, May 1, 2021 /CNW/ -
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Today is National Physicians Day and as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, placing a prolonged and heavy strain across the health system, I want to acknowledge the incredible commitment and dedication of Canada s doctors and health workforce. Their tireless efforts under difficult and extraordinary circumstances, strive to provide Canadians with the best level of care, whether in directly caring for COVID-19 patients or in providing services to address other health needs, f
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OTTAWA, TRADITIONAL UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TERRITORY, ON, April 29, 2021 /CNW/ - Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is closely monitoring the number of COVID-19 cases reported in First Nations communities across the country.
As we mark National Immunization Awareness Week (NIAW) 2021, it is a reminder of the importance of vaccines to protect people against disease. This year during NIAW, talk to your family and friends about the importance of getting the COVID-19 vaccine and of keeping up to date with other routine vaccinations. Vaccines protect you and others from serious vaccine-preventable diseases, as well as help reduce the burden on Canada s health care system.