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7/7 Make an appointment with a healthcare professional, learn more about how to quit, or call 1-866-366-3667 toll-free to speak with a quit coach.

6/7 More resources are available for everyone at the Wellness Together portal for tips on how to cope with #MentalHealth. https://ca.portal.gs 

4/7 To prevent the spread of #COVID19, if do you smoke or vape, do not share your smoking devices with others and #WashYourHands before & after smoking + maintaining MUST Dos: #PhysicalDistancing #CoughEtiquette #StayHomeIfSick

3/7 In , smoking is the leading preventable cause of premature death & disease. Based on current evidence, a history of smoking or having an underlying health condition caused by smoking increases the risk of serious #COVID19 outcomes.

1/7 #COVID19 key concerns in : Today, in lieu of a daily in-person update to the media, I have issued a Sunday statement you can read in full here: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2020/05/statement-from-the-chief-public-health-officer-of-canada-on-covid-1910.html …

2/2 As we target #COVID19 testing where the virus is spreading, a low % positive (keeping <10%) indicates our surveillance remains sensitive. The net is cast wide, confirming the few infected (+ve) & many uninfected (-ve) as we #TestandTrace.

1/2 To date, labs across have tested 1,663,118 people for #COVID19, w\ an average ~5% positive overall. Based on the last seven days, an average of 22, 360 people have been tested daily (w\ ~4% +ve) as #publichealth continues to #TestandTrace.

2/2 Guidance is available on how to address the specific needs of people with disabilities relating to #COVID19. https://bit.ly/2XOJLcS  #AccessibilityMatters

3/3 It’s vital to keep prevention visits & not delay seeking attention for health concerns during #COVID19. Early, regular attention are key to preserving health & managing acute & chronic illnesses. #MentalHealth #Stroke #Diabetes #Vaccination

2/3 People may worry about visiting a #healthcare provider or emergency room for treatment during #COVID19. Know that healthcare providers have precautions in place to ensure you are able to seek care safely for ALL your health concerns!

1/3 Delaying seeking treatment can put your long-term health at risk. There are many anecdotal reports about people delaying health visits for everything from acute health issues to #ChronicDisease management.

4/4 #Healthcare institutions, allied healthcare professionals, community organisations, #volunteers & everyday Canadians have come together to help support each other to get through the #COVID19 crisis in the best way possible. #StrongerTogether

3/4 Health providers across have a range of protective measures to prevent spread of #COVID19, preserving continuity of care with services like virtual medical appointments & scheduling changes to maintain #PhysicalDistancing.

2/4 and schools, colleges & universities rethinking their approach to teaching & learning. As we reopen shared spaces, these measures will provide needed protections for Canadians & the health system to manage #COVID19 going forward.