Local COVID-19 and Respiratory Virus Risk Index Moves to “Moderate”
Written by Comms Team, March 29, 2023
Residents reminded to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines
After one week at “low”, Peterborough Public Health’s Local COVID-19 and Respiratory Virus Risk Index moves back to “moderate” risk for COVID-19 and respiratory virus transmission.
“Unfortunately, we are seeing several COVID-19 indicators that suggest increasing risk, including hospitalizations and wastewater signals,” says Donna Churipuy, Director of Health Protection. “We are reminding folks that the most important tool to protect yourself from severe illness is to stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines. You are eligible for a booster if it has been longer than 6 months since your last COVID-19 vaccine.”
In addition to staying up to date with your vaccines, layering on other protective measures will lower your risk of respiratory illness. At the Moderate Risk Level, we recommend wearing a well-fitted KN95/N95 style mask in high-risk indoor settings and gathering outdoors or in spaces with proper ventilation. If possible, open windows and doors periodically to let fresh air indoors. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell and remember to practice respiratory etiquette. These protections are not only lifesaving for individuals at high risk of severe illness, but the overall health of our community.
To find information on COVID-19 vaccine eligibility and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics please visit: www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca/vaccineclinics.
The COVID-19 and Respiratory Virus Risk Index is updated weekly on Wednesdays after 5:00 p.m. and can be found on our website at www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca/covid-risk-index.
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