http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/new-nouv-eng.php Public Health Agency of Canada - Updates 2017-07-10T16:32:46-04:00 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/images/wmms.gif http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/assets/images/Icons-RSS2.gif Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada - Updates from the Public Health Agency of Canada Canada Communicable Disease Report (CCDR): Volume 43-7-8, July 6, 2017 (July/August Issue): Outbreak detection Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/ccdr-rmtc/17vol43/dr-rm43-7-8/index-eng.php#f5be6c5b6828958568ec6523b494802c 2017-07-10T16:31:58-04:00 2017-07-10T16:31:58-04:00 The Canada Communicable Disease Report (CCDR) is a bilingual online, scientific peer-reviewed journal published by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 26 ending July 1, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php#d0d83ac21cfa6d0ce9d956d6999891d9 2017-07-06T16:23:29-04:00 2017-07-06T16:23:29-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Polio : vaccine advice Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/diseases/polio#f789405b2c1915a0b5c5420ea6a553ca 2017-07-05T14:28:53-04:00 2017-07-05T14:28:53-04:00 July 5, 2017 Polio is a highly contagious disease. It can cause paralysis and death.Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronovirus (MERS-COV) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/middle-east-respiratory-syndrome-mers.html?_ga=1.86731920.940339314.1466700751#556952654236c014316597ef71f7fce9 2017-07-05T14:25:53-04:00 2017-07-05T14:25:53-04:00 July 5, 2017 Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) is an infectious disease caused by a virus from the coronaviruses family. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 25, 2017: June 18 to June 24, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week25-june-18-24-2017.html#ecd4ff199776dde80f18654a573018ff 2017-07-05T12:04:00-04:00 2017-07-05T12:04:00-04:00 In Canada, X new case of measles was reported in week 25, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Assessment of Public Health Risk to Canada Associated with Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus in China Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/eri-ire/h7n9/risk_assessment-evaluation_risque-eng.php#1e4e1fadf96b792267de8c02ad1dac50 2017-07-04T13:33:56-04:00 2017-07-04T13:33:56-04:00 In China, human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) follows a seasonal pattern with increases in reported cases occurring between October and May each year. The public health risk posed by avian influenza A(H7N9) virus to Canada is considered low based on available information. The risk assessment will be updated as new information arises. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 25 ending June 24, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/25/rvdi_divr25-eng.php#d08c7258c560e769227c0dae1382b3c7 2017-06-30T17:26:03-04:00 2017-06-30T17:26:03-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 24, 2017: June 11 to June 17, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week24-june-11-17-2017.html#89808db1c2e05e83689f4163b4b4e4ef 2017-06-28T15:02:28-04:00 2017-06-28T15:02:28-04:00 In Canada, no new cases of measles were reported in week 24, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Dementia in Canada Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/dementia.html#1d7ca2bd77ae4a0fe549dc76c643edd2 2017-06-28T14:43:50-04:00 2017-06-28T14:43:50-04:00 Dementia is the loss of mental function affecting daily activities, caused by brain diseases and brain injuries. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. FluWatch report: May 21 – June 17, 2017 (weeks 21-24) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/fluwatch/2016-2017/week24-may-21-june-17.html#43db8f93331d8d1ecc0580f5b3b28bb0 2017-06-23T16:04:20-04:00 2017-06-23T16:04:20-04:00 FluWatch report: May 21 – June 17, 2017 (weeks 21-24) Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Hajj and Umrah in 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices/175#3769494cd005c5a9d6082740f84d6d7b 2017-06-23T15:02:46-04:00 2017-06-23T15:02:46-04:00 The Hajj is the spiritual pilgrimage of Muslims to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 24 ending June 17, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/24/rvdi_divr24-eng.php#17d54b833ef090c9803920151cd38b6e 2017-06-23T14:13:21-04:00 2017-06-23T14:13:21-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 23, 2017: June 4 to June 10, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week23-june-4-june-10-2017.html#5c86ceb79d26f5aef6a502cde1bf269e 2017-06-21T14:27:44-04:00 2017-06-21T14:27:44-04:00 Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 23, 2017: June 4 to June 10, 2017 Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 22, 2017: May 28 to June 3, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week22-may-28-june-3-2017.html#a10ca1da314a18d370b01076e8a2fe39 2017-06-15T14:27:10-04:00 2017-06-15T14:27:10-04:00 In Canada, one new case of measles was reported in week 22, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 23 ending June 10, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/23/rvdi_divr23-eng.php#ccfc596c1968e9c1caa48304206f4470 2017-06-15T11:55:58-04:00 2017-06-15T11:55:58-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/yf-fj/index-eng.php#c83305f40144c66e8949461173756169 2017-06-14T12:04:31-04:00 2017-06-14T12:04:31-04:00 Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres are designated by the Public Health Agency of Canada, on behalf of Canada, in order to meet the requirements of the International Health Regulations. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 22 ending June 3, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/22/rvdi_divr22-eng.php#b0d304ae1a17158c0f8d6be22b695cd9 2017-06-08T15:33:22-04:00 2017-06-08T15:33:22-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 21, 2017: May 21 to May 27, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week21-may-21-27-2017.html#f7fe500d2456f4009f3f91da81c8e4a0 2017-06-07T15:11:11-04:00 2017-06-07T15:11:11-04:00 In Canada, one new case of measles was reported in week 21, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Statement from the Co-Chairs of the Federal, Provincial and Territorial Special Advisory Committee on the Epidemic of Opioid Overdoses Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2017/06/statement_from_theco-chairsofthefederalprovincialandterritorials.html#ee97f6625f2838f890406b9fcfb53d9d 2017-06-06T10:58:52-04:00 2017-06-06T10:58:52-04:00 OTTAWA - Every day, there are Canadians and families impacted by the devastating outcomes associated with problematic opioid use. To address the crisis and stop the deaths, data is a necessary foundation. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Public Health Notice – Outbreak of E. coli infections linked to various flours and flour products Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/phn-asp/2017/outbreak-ecoli-eng.php#9eca8ae682a668300425e5e06d32dbd6 2017-06-02T09:38:55-04:00 2017-06-02T09:38:55-04:00 The Public Health Agency of Canada is collaborating with federal and provincial public health partners to investigate an outbreak of Escherichia coli, called E.coliO121 linked to various flours and flour products. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Canada Communicable Disease Report (CCDR): Volume 43-6, June 1, 2017: Indigenous Health Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/ccdr-rmtc/17vol43/dr-rm43-6/index-eng.php#f0ce9f41b750397ee8d2135a307d004e 2017-06-01T16:20:25-04:00 2017-06-01T16:20:25-04:00 Canada Communicable Disease Report (CCDR): Volume 43-6, June 1, 2017: Indigenous Health Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 21 ending May 27, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/21/rvdi_divr21-eng.php#ae8437f5a5ac81798b27e97efd07329d 2017-06-01T15:45:46-04:00 2017-06-01T15:45:46-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Zika virus: Advice for travellers Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/zika-virus.html#ad275782235336160cfcc2c884df6216 2017-06-01T13:07:00-04:00 2017-06-01T13:07:00-04:00 Zika is a virus spread by mosquitos. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 20, 2017: May 14 to May 20, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week20-may-14-20-2017.html#8b817cf61bdc98830204b9e927ae4b6a 2017-05-31T14:53:35-04:00 2017-05-31T14:53:35-04:00 In Canada, no new cases of measles were reported in week 20, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Assessment of Public Health Risk to Canada Associated with Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus in China Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/eri-ire/h7n9/risk_assessment-evaluation_risque-eng.php#aea2c756b1cea6822e013690eaa0b32c 2017-05-30T15:05:57-04:00 2017-05-30T15:05:57-04:00 In China, human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) follows a seasonal pattern with increases in reported cases occurring between October and May each year. The public health risk posed by avian influenza A(H7N9) virus to Canada is considered low based on available information. The risk assessment will be updated as new information arises. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Ebola virus disease in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/ebola.html#33bf56db8b986f859d57155c7822941e 2017-05-29T11:11:23-04:00 2017-05-29T11:11:23-04:00 Ebola virus disease is a severe and often fatal viral disease. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Polio vaccine advice Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/diseases/polio#431d5b9f8ec11f0e2c483ce43b260c90 2017-05-26T16:34:12-04:00 2017-05-26T16:34:12-04:00 Polio is a highly contagious disease. It can cause paralysis and death. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Zika virus: Advice for travellers Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/zika-virus.html#f60738b81b5bf06e2e50e1ed1560a1a1 2017-05-26T15:44:05-04:00 2017-05-26T15:44:05-04:00 May 26, 2017 Zika is a virus spread by mosquitos. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 20 ending May 20, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/20/rvdi_divr20-eng.php#23d5552aa8560f5ab7643af3e9ca0b66 2017-05-26T14:09:18-04:00 2017-05-26T14:09:18-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. FluWatch report: May 14 to May 20, 2017 (week 20) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/fluwatch/2016-2017/week20-may-14-20-2017.html#508bb46a7cab5045bbe4fee5b2d78d44 2017-05-26T12:45:03-04:00 2017-05-26T12:45:03-04:00 FluWatch report: May 14 to May 20, 2017 (week 20) Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 19, 2017: May 6 to May 13, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week19-may-6-13-2017.html#af365989ca3ff13689af24a64028b509 2017-05-25T09:27:51-04:00 2017-05-25T09:27:51-04:00 In Canada, no new cases of measles were reported in week 19, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Zika virus: Advice for travellers - May 19, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices/152#7dbdfcdaaad483b21da4515b79b1ffd5 2017-05-19T17:06:24-04:00 2017-05-19T17:06:24-04:00 Zika is a virus spread by mosquitos. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. FluWatch report: May 7 to May 13, 2017 (week 19) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/fluwatch/2016-2017/week19-may-7-13-2017.html#032344456c04f4057bbe81df79eaa144 2017-05-19T15:14:43-04:00 2017-05-19T15:14:43-04:00 Overall, influenza activity continues to decline slowly in Canada. In week 19, influenza B accounted for the majority of influenza activity in Canada, with 70% or more of reported influenza laboratory detections, hospitalizations and outbreaks due to influenza B. This increase in influenza B activity is expected as influenza B often appears later in the flu season. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 19 ending May 13, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/19/rvdi_divr19-eng.php#53529e497db65e1a33c472d02065aa37 2017-05-18T13:35:17-04:00 2017-05-18T13:35:17-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Public Health Notice Update – Outbreak of E. coli infections linked to various flours and flour products Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/phn-asp/2017/outbreak-ecoli-eng.php#e3812e704e1a15a96482bf6d02281513 2017-05-18T12:51:45-04:00 2017-05-18T12:51:45-04:00 Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 18: April 30 to May 6, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/measles/surveillance-measles/measles-rubella-weekly-monitoring-reports.html#e105e90c3e457aa63ef7f5355c156247 2017-05-17T14:51:19-04:00 2017-05-17T14:51:19-04:00 In Canada, 2 new cases of measles were reported in week 18, 2017, and one case previously reported for week 16 was discarded. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. FluWatch report: April 30 to May 6, 2017 (week 18) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/fluwatch/2016-2017/week18-april-30-may-5-2017.html#6eb3d01f0135efe0d084ab35ae65e977 2017-05-12T16:51:40-04:00 2017-05-12T16:51:40-04:00 Overall, influenza activity continues to decline slowly in Canada. The provinces of Ontario and Quebec accounted for the majority (60%) of all influenza laboratory detections for week 18. In week 18, influenza B accounted for the majority of influenza activity in Canada, with 70% or more of influenza laboratory detections, and outbreaks due to influenza B. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Public Health Notice - Ongoing outbreak of norovirus and gastrointestinal illnesses linked to raw and undercooked oysters from British Columbia Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/phn-asp/2017/outbreak-norovirus-eclosion-eng.php#bcb84644d4388403bf5b9461ba7eede6 2017-05-11T17:10:28-04:00 2017-05-11T17:10:28-04:00 This notice has been updated to advise Canadians that the outbreak has been declared over. The outbreak investigation will remain active to allow food safety partners to continue collaborating and exchanging information about the possible cause of the oyster contamination. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 18 ending May 6, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/18/rvdi_divr18-eng.php#d3c697fed15b06a6a1816229a41a331e 2017-05-11T15:42:23-04:00 2017-05-11T15:42:23-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Yellow fever in Brazil - updated: May 10, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices/170#9462d5a018516b2a10ef032b7878df2e 2017-05-10T19:50:55-04:00 2017-05-10T19:50:55-04:00 On April 4, 2017, the World Health Organization (WHO) updated the listExternal link of additional areas where yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travellers. Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 17, 2017: April 23 to April 29, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week17-april-23-29-2017.html#ca3bf6c04f7684382de10f44cf75dad4 2017-05-10T13:31:55-04:00 2017-05-10T13:31:55-04:00 In Canada, 39 new cases of measles were reported in week 17, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. FluWatch report: April 23 – April 29, 2017 (week 17) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/fluwatch/2016-2017/week17-april-23-29-2017.html#e67891121681b586e1cf1fa34ec8e7ad 2017-05-05T15:20:38-04:00 2017-05-05T15:20:38-04:00 Overall, influenza activity continues to decline slowly in Canada. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Canada Communicable Disease Report (CCDR): Volume 43-5, May 4, 2017: Implementation science Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/ccdr-rmtc/17vol43/dr-rm43-5/index-eng.php#c3a27c00f97e6831c05f102bd7f1030f 2017-05-04T16:40:07-04:00 2017-05-04T16:40:07-04:00 The Canada Communicable Disease Report (CCDR) is a bilingual online, scientific peer-reviewed journal published by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Canadian Immunization Guide Chapter on Influenza and Statement on Seasonal Influenza Vaccine for 2017–2018 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/healthy-living/canadian-immunization-guide-statement-seasonal-influenza-vaccine-2017-2018.html#cb90fa26d23e8d9b0cd3afac055cf0ba 2017-05-04T14:33:38-04:00 2017-05-04T14:33:38-04:00 The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) provides the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) with ongoing and timely medical, scientific, and public health advice relating to immunization. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 17 ending April 29, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/17/rvdi_divr17-eng.php#a0beba7eddaad57e85bd7ba9f0382298 2017-05-04T09:53:05-04:00 2017-05-04T09:53:05-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report - Week 16, 2017: April 16 to April 22, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/measles-rubella-surveillance/2017/week16-april-16-22-2017.html#a7119fec7cfb4725522dc13b6989c345 2017-05-03T14:46:14-04:00 2017-05-03T14:46:14-04:00 In Canada, 7 new cases of measles were reported in week 16, 2017. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Measles: Global Update Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices/98#1f40dda640424b813dcec28081666008 2017-05-02T14:18:11-04:00 2017-05-02T14:18:11-04:00 Measles is a highly contagious disease.Consult the travel health notice for more information and the Public Health Agency of Canada's recommendations for travellers. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. FluWatch report: April 16 – April 22, 2017 (week 16) Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/fluwatch/2016-2017/week16-april-16-22-2017.html#c2a54aa8880b4404811ac113350bcca5 2017-04-28T15:00:00-04:00 2017-04-28T15:00:00-04:00 FluWatch report: April 16 – April 22, 2017 (week 16) Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Assessment of Public Health Risk to Canada Associated with Avian Influenza A(H7N9) Virus in China Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/eri-ire/h7n9/risk_assessment-evaluation_risque-eng.php#8eed5e8a118a62b862d0c6cf72d5ddc4 2017-04-28T12:18:50-04:00 2017-04-28T12:18:50-04:00 In China, human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) follows a seasonal pattern with increases in reported cases occurring between October and May each year. The public health risk posed by avian influenza A(H7N9) virus to Canada is considered low based on available information. The risk assessment will be updated as new information arises. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/yf-fj/index-eng.php#ce8473fa05998b60a936224360ee8dd1 2017-04-27T14:48:35-04:00 2017-04-27T14:48:35-04:00 Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada. Respiratory Virus Detections/Isolations in Canada, Week 16 ending April 22, 2017 Public Health Agency of Canadahttp://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/2016-2017/16/rvdi_divr16-eng.php#8774a5f89ccd54878d6c70d3ccd99c6c 2017-04-27T10:00:44-04:00 2017-04-27T10:00:44-04:00 The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System collects data from select laboratories across Canada on the number of tests performed and the number of tests positive for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Data are reported on a weekly basis year-round to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. These data are also summarized in the weekly FluWatch report. Material on this Web site was produced and/or compiled by the Public Health Agency of Canada for the purpose of providing Canadians with direct access to information about the Government of Canada.