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What is happening? The Ministry of Health’s publicly funded vaccine for herpes zoster will be changing to a 2-dose Shingrix series when the 1-dose Zostavax supply expires and runs out in October 2020. Eligibility for publicly funded product remains at age 65-70. Those who turned or will turn 71 in Read more…
The COVID Alert App is a way for the public to know if they’ve been exposed to COVID-19. Once downloaded to a mobile device, it uses Bluetooth to detect how close you are to other people with the app. If someone tests positive, they are given a unique code to Read more…
In preparation for the reopening of schools, please be aware of the following information. NWHU has shared a resource with schools regarding the process to follow when students have symptoms and the requirements for them to return back to school. Please be aware that health care providers may be asked Read more…
Please be advised that the Ministry of Health has updated the case definition, testing guidelines, symptoms document, and clearance guidelines for COVID-19. Opioid Overdose Prevention Key Messages: Case definition (Aug. 6) Update to the testing guidelines (Aug. 6) Update to the symptoms document (Aug. 6) Update to the clearance guidelines Read more…