Toronto – Toronto Public Health (TPH) is investigating the second lab-confirmed measles case in Toronto this year. The case is an infant who recently returned from travel and is recovering at home. Measles is a highly contagious disease that can spread easily to others. Vaccination is usually given at 12 months and between four to six years of age. Anyone …
Updating Covid-19 Measures in Long-Term Care Homes
High vaccine uptake and effective antivirals allow Ontario to adjust its COVID-19 response TORONTO — As Ontario approaches the end of respiratory illness season, the province is updating its Covid-19 measures in long-term care homes in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health. While homes will continue to be required to monitor residents daily to detect the presence of …