When developing symptoms, self-relaxation is one of the ultimate effective tactics to prevent the spread of COVID-19; however, for some Canadians, overcrowded housing situations and restrictive prices can make self-de-insulation harmful or impossible, expanding the threat of the network. Transmission.
That’s why today, the Honorable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, and John Tory, Mayor of Toronto, announced $13. 9 million over 12 months for Toronto Public Health to create a voluntary self-isolation center. The center, located in Toronto, will have approximately 140 rooms to fill a voluntary self-isolation post.
Preliminary knowledge from Toronto Public Health and Public Health Ontario shows that low-income neighborhoods have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19. People in those neighborhoods might have more difficulty isolating themselves properly. As a component of its touch and case control process, Toronto Public Health will identify Americans who will be voluntarily submitted to the isolation site, based on eligibility criteria through the Health Medical Officer. Ontario. Se will provide accommodation to people, adding bedding and other needs, daily and unforeseen food, and daily phone recording of a Toronto Public Health Communicable Disease Researcher.
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“I need to thank the City of Toronto for its collaboration to help protect Canadians. While we work in combination to keep the COVID-19 under control, this new site will help those for whom it is simply not imaginable to restrict close contact and isolate themselves well at home. “
The Honorable Patty Hajdu
Minister of Health
“I must thank the federal government for its continued help with the COVID-19 pandemic. Today’s announcement of the investment for the isolation site is another step forward in our reaction to the pandemic. Isolation centers have proven effective in helping prevent the spread of By providing this service to citizens who are unable to isolate themselves properly, we can ensure that families do not have to put themselves at risk.
Mayor John Tory
City of Toronto
“I am grateful for this vital investment in identifying a voluntary isolation center in our city for other people with COVID-19 and others at risk of infection who cannot isolate themselves well at home. We know that domestic contact is one of the top tactics. not unusual for spreading this virus in the community. This isolation is a critical step in our resurgence by making plans to restrict the spread of the virus and ensure the protection of citizens while living with COVID-19. “
Dr. Eileen de Villa
Medical officer
Toronto Public Health
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