The health agency based its report on wastewater surveillance, lab tests coming back positive and new outbreaks in health\u002Dcare institutions.
71: Confirmed COVID-19 patients in Ottawa hospitals as of Monday ; 35 in hospital because of COVID-19 and 36 for other reasons 11.55: Per cent test positivity COVID-19 activity was similar to the previous week based on wastewater surveillance, the per cent of lab tests coming back positive and new outbreaks in health-care institutions in an Ottawa Public Health weekly update covering Feb. 12-18 and issued Wednesday.
The health unit said an overall assessment for influenza and other respiratory viruses was not available for the week.” against respiratory viruses, including staying up-to-date on flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, wearing a well-fitting mask in indoor or crowded spaces, and staying home when sick.Photo by Ottawa Public HealthFind out more about getting COVID-19 vaccinations at Ottawa Public Health’s
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