BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Oct 30, 2020
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2020-10-29 Time: 10:00 PM Alert #065
BY kerri | PUBLISHED: Oct 29, 2020
Appointment-Only Clinics for Children Under Five Years without a Healthcare Provider; November 5 Clinic in Millbrook for All Area Residents Peterborough Public Health will be holding several free flu immunization clinics in the coming months targeted to groups who may face additional barriers to accessing the flu shot. On Thursday, November 5 from 3:00 p.m. to […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 27, 2020
Annual Influenza Immunization Rate at PRHC Increased by 8.8% Peterborough Public Health is reporting some good news for local patients as the number of local health care workers (HCW) who received their flu shot increased last year. “Influenza vaccination provides important protection for health care workers and their patients,” said Dr. Rosana Salvaterra, Medical Officer […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Oct 26, 2020
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2020-10-26 Time: 12:30 PM Alert #064
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Oct 23, 2020
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2020-10-23 Time: 4:30 PM Alert #063
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 21, 2020
Parents & Caregivers Invited to Join Online and Have Their Public Health Questions Answered Peterborough Public Health is inviting local parents and caregivers to join a live online conversation with Medical Officer of Health Dr. Rosana Salvaterra to address frequently asked questions relating to schools and preventing the spread of COVID-19. This virtual event will take […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 21, 2020
Residents Encouraged to Know the Risks and Follow These Tips to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 As Halloween approaches, Peterborough Public Health is providing residents with recommendations for a fun and safe celebration. “Evidence over the weekend showed an increased risk for local transmission of COVID-19, so this year, the safest option is to celebrate Halloween […]
BY kerri | PUBLISHED: Oct 19, 2020
Board of Health Membership The Board of Health bid farewell to four of members who have completed or will be completing their terms of service. This includes four provincial appointees, Greg Connolley, Kerri Davies, Cathy Praamsma, and Michael Williams. Each was recognized for their important contributions and leadership steering public health governance over the past […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 15, 2020
A week seems like a long time in the life of a pandemic. So much can change! It’s been a week since the province stepped back from its earlier approach of offering widespread testing for COVID-19. We owe a great deal of gratitude to Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) for hosting the assessment centre and […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 14, 2020
Peterborough Public Health Rescinds Local Directive With the new provincial regulations coming into effect October 3 requiring the use of masks in all indoor areas, Peterborough Public Health has rescinded its local Mandatory Face Covering Directive. “My team and I have reviewed the provincial amendments and they are equivalent or stronger to the requirements of […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Oct 13, 2020
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2020-10-13 Time: 4:30 PM Alert #062
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Oct 13, 2020
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2020-10-13 Time: 12:00 PM Alert #061
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 09, 2020
Location: Anstruther Lake, Buckhorn Lake & Chemong Lake Rooms, Peterborough Public Health, Jackson Square, 185 King St., Second Floor Media and the community are advised that the next Board of Health meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Please note the meeting location is on the second floor in the […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 09, 2020
Interactive Tool Improves Access to COVID-19 Case & Outbreak Information Peterborough Public Health has launched its new local COVID-19 data tracker available at https://localcovidtracker.ca/. This interactive online tool is updated by 5:00 p.m. daily and allows residents to stay on top of all COVID-19 cases, outbreaks and related statistics for the Peterborough area. “This COVID-19 […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 07, 2020
Residents Encouraged to Stay Home, Stay Local, and Know the Risks As Thanksgiving approaches, Peterborough Public Health is providing recommendations to help residents plan a safe and healthy holiday. “With COVID-19 still present in our community and in other provincial hotspots, we strongly recommend celebrating Thanksgiving only with those in your household, and avoid travelling […]
BY outbreaks | PUBLISHED: Oct 06, 2020
This table is updated when a new outbreak is declared, when a causative agent is identified and/or when an outbreak is declared over. If you have questions about these outbreaks, please contact the facility. For further information, call Infectious Diseases program staff at 705-743-1000. Alert Date: 2020-10-06 Time: 3:30 PM Alert #060
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 05, 2020
Positive Case Visited Site; Public Health Risk is Low Peterborough Public Health is advising anyone who visited Kawartha Country Wines in Buckhorn on Saturday, October 3, 2020 between 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms for 14 days. PPH was notified today that a positive case from outside the Peterborough area visited […]
BY Communications | PUBLISHED: Oct 03, 2020
Local Residents Advised to Stay Home and Stay “Local” Yesterday’s provincial announcement means there are now tighter rules for local residents when it comes social gatherings and wearing masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. “Stay with your household, stay local, and always wear a mask in indoor settings when outside your home,” said Dr. […]
