Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
160 Chancellors Way N1G 0E1 Guelph, ON, Canada

The WDG Public Health region will move out of the shutdown and into the Red-Control level of the COVID-19 Response Framework at 12:01 a.m. on February 16. Link to the details: https://bit.ly/2LLLAFL Link to the COVID-19 Response Framework: https://bit.ly/3k3PmFt

Our offices are closed to the public on Monday, February 15, however, the COVID-19 Call Centre will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For other hours including the assessment centres in WDG please visit our website: https://bit.ly/2to7v8U

This #LunarNewYear, celebrate with the people you live with and connect virtually with loved ones! Make it special at home while helping to slow the spread.

On February 10, Public Health Ontario alerted WDG Public Health that a previously-resolved case of COVID-19 had been identified as a case of the COVID-19 UK variant after subsequent genetic sequencing. Read more: https://bit.ly/374l7e3 No action is required by members of the public with respect to this case, but the public should be aware that gathering with others for even small amounts of time puts you at risk of acquiring a COVID-19 variant.

This morning, Dr. Nicola Mercer, Medical Officer of Health and CEO of Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, instructed all local school boards and private schools to extend online-only learning for all schools until at least January 24, 2021. Schools have been further instructed to continue in-person support for students with special education needs who cannot be accommodated through remote learning. Read more: https://bit.ly/38nNmFz

#COVIDAlert App update! Now more devices are able to download the app. If you don't have it yet, be sure to download and help break the chain of infection.

Getting a COVID-19 test will help protect you and those around you. If you have symptoms, don’t wait, book a test right away. For a list of assessment centres in the WDG area: https://wdgpublichealth.ca//testing-and-assessment-centres

A historic moment for our region as the first COVID-19 vaccine is given to Shelburne Long Term Care Home Programs Manager, Sarah Ricci earlier today.

Please note: The technical issues experienced on our Check Before You Choose web page have been resolved and it is working again. Thank you for your patience and understanding. http://www.checkbeforeyouchoose.ca/

It's a daily routine. Don't stop now. #maskup, physical distance, wash your hands, limit your close contacts and use the COVIDAlert app. #staywell #staysafe

Our local Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Nicola Mercer, will be speaking tomorrow, November 19 at 7 p.m., for a special edition of Finding the Balance During COVID-19. This edition will talk about what we need to do now to flatten the curve and prepare for the holiday season. Tune in by following CMHA Waterloo Wellington on Facebook or register at the link below.

Cases of COVID-19 are increasing and many are being acquired from friends and family in a home setting. Read the full letter from Dr. Mercer on how we can keep ourselves and each other safe: https://bit.ly/36IjjGp

AIDS Awareness Week 2020 November 23 - Dec. 1. ARCH observes AIDS Awareness Week through a variety of events and community campaigns including an HIV Self Testing Webinar scheduled for November 30. Find out more here: https://www.archguelph.ca/AAW.

Please note: Our "Check Before You Choose" webpage is currently experiencing technical difficulties. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you.

This school year Grade 7 students can receive their immunizations from a booked appointment with us. Grade 8 students who may have missed doses last year can also book an appointment to get caught up. Visit www.wdgpublichealth.ca/immunizegr7 for information.

Is it a cold, the flu or COVID-19? Here are the differences. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/flu-vs-covid19.htm #staywell #staysafe #fluvaccine

We're currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant to support the Communications department. If you - or someone you know - is interested, visit our careers page for details! wdgpublichealth.ca/careers