Testing turnaround times remain very quick (24 hours in the previous week), and negative results can now be accessed online for faster access to results. Six of the eight people who have contracted COVID-19 in Yukon have recovered and no one has had to go to a hospital. A subsequent test was sent to BC for confirmation. Anyone who has been at of the following locations and who develops symptoms should contact the COVID-19 Testing and Assessment Centre at 867-393-3083 in Whitehorse or contact the health centre in their community and say they were in one of these places. There are currently 15 active cases in Yukon. - difficulty breathing As of the end of the day Tuesday, April 27, there were 47,763 doses of the Moderna vaccine administered in Yukon. This new edition of the practice guidelines on psychiatric evaluation for adults is the first set of the APA's guidelines developed under the new guideline development process. This includes identifying organisational changes or other requirements needed to meet the standards, for example, the people, money and correct tools required. The individual is from Whitehorse, and received care through the Whitehorse General Hospital Emergency Department. On Saturday, May 8, at 10 a.m., Yukoners are invited to tune in and ask questions to Canada’s Chief Public Officer of Health Dr. Theresa Tam and Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley during a live question and answer event moderated by Gurdeep Pandher. For example, as a Yukoner, you are required to self-isolate if you've travelled outside of Yukon, British Columbia, NWT, or Nunavut in the 14 days before you re-enter the territory. Some Yukoners can begin registering for COVID-19 vaccinations online starting today by going to yukon.ca/this-is-our-shot. Referrals are no longer required for COVID 19 test at the CTC. People who are vaccinated may also rarely acquire COVID-19 and should seek testing if symptoms develop. Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020, is 497; 427 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in Yukon and probable cases. Case 82 is in Whitehorse and is travel-related, linked to an outbreak in another jurisdiction and is positive for B.1.1.7. Immunizers are returning to rural Yukon communities beginning this week and running through to the third week of August. There are currently four active cases in Yukon. ", – Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee, "I am pleased that we can now expand our protective net of vaccination to youth who are not yet 12 but born in 2009. The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health continues to remind everyone who has symptoms to get tested, no matter where they are located. It is expected that all cases will be Gamma variant of concern. These practitioners are called allied health professionals and they include: Under the new guidelines, practitioners will call patients 24 hours before their appointment to screen them for COVID-19 and should maintain physical distancing when they meet patients in person. been in contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19. The new case is in Whitehorse and related to international travel. Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting one new death and 19 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Friday, July 9 and 12 p.m. today. It is now more important than ever to get vaccinated. Contact your local health centre or book an appointment online at the clinic in Whitehorse. While appointments are recommended, walk-ins will be welcome. The centre staff will return their call. “Stick to Six” and keep your contacts very small. investigation and contact tracing remain underway; and, the majority of cases are in Whitehorse; and. Enabling power: Coroners and Justice Act 2009, s. 18 (1). Issued: 17.07.2019. Sifted: -. Made: 10.07.2019. Laid: 15.07.2019. Coming into force: 01.10.2019. Effect: None. Territorial extent & classification: E/W. General The number of active cases is currently at 66. Anyone experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms should self-isolate and remain at home, take the online self-assessment and arrange to get tested either by calling 867-393-3083 or booking a test online. This was done in response to and in anticipation of the opening of the border with British Columbia, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, and flu season. The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 5 new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, to 12 p.m. on Friday, September 10. Mental health crisis. We will provide a technical briefing about modelling in Yukon soon. Avoid closed spaces, crowds and close contact. Screening needs will be assessed at the end of this week and the service will be extended if necessary. Contact your local health centre or book an appointment online at the clinic in Whitehorse. - chills This volume gathers together 70 world renowned experts and covers aspects of sudden infant and early childhood death, ranging from issues with parental grief, to the most recent theories of brainstem neurotransmitters. Live music will not be permitted at this time and recreation areas such as dart boards, pool tables, dance floors and gaming (such as pinball and video games) are not permitted to open at this time. 46. If you are experiencing any symptoms and have been at these locations please call the COVID-19 Testing and Assessment Centre at 867-393-3083 to arrange for testing. For the new cases since noon on Wednesday, October 13: All cases are from Whitehorse or are out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon. All Yukoners have a responsibility to help stop the spread of COVID-19 with the territory. Moderna is available in Yukon on an ongoing basis, but is not yet approved for use in individuals under age 18. There are no new cases being reported from noon Thursday, August 26, to noon today. Read transcripts from the Facebook live COVID-19 updates. A total of 56,837 travellers have come into Yukon: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Brendan Hanley today confirmed 2 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the territory’s total to 22 cases since the 1st case was announced on March 22, 2020. Testing criteria was expanded on July 15 to include a broader range of symptoms for individuals who have not travelled. The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices for the following flights: Anyone on either of these flights is asked to self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days – through to September 9 or 12 respectively. The Government of Yukon has received 1,459 complaints as of February 17: There have been a total of 48 charges and 39 people charged under the Civil Emergency Measures Act (CEMA). Everyone who is eligible is encouraged to get their shot for a safe and enjoyable summer. Get tested if you develop any symptoms. If anyone cannot access the drive-thru or needs an appointment in a clinic, they should let the testing centre know during their call. In addition, she has declared an outbreak in the Grade 4 class at Elijah Smith Elementary School. They will be providing both first and second doses of Pfizer for youth born in 2009 and up to the age of 17 and Moderna for people 18 and over. The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Friday, October 22, until noon Monday, October 25. People in communities should contact their rural community health centre. Total number of confirmed cases in Yukon residents since March 2020: 798. Everyone has recovered. Any other contact tracing outreach being conducted by anyone aside from YCDC is not valid. It also allows the Government of Yukon to respond quickly and close services if we see a spike in COVID-19 cases or community spread of the virus in the territory. Self-isolate when you’re required to – either because you’ve travelled into the territory or because you are a contact of someone diagnosed with or being investigated for COVID-19. It is normal for people to be afraid of contagious diseases. Drive-up testing is available in Whitehorse at the CTAC 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. daily at 49A Waterfront Place. The drive-thru testing centre in Whitehorse is open from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except for statutory holidays. This test does not require a nasal swab and the gargle option is particularly useful for children. Once Yukon Communicable Disease Control (YCDC) receives notification of a positive result of COVID-19 they then begin the process of contract tracing. New Spartan Cube machines are also expected to arrive in Yukon around the end of May for portable, rapid testing in different health care settings around the territory. The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health continues to remind everyone who has symptoms to get tested, no matter where they are located. As of today, December 22, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 59. An unfortunate fact was this person was not immunized. As of Wednesday, April 14, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 76. Yukoners flying into Canada who do not have symptoms may travel home to the territory where they must then follow Yukon requirements and self-isolate for 14 days. The person is currently stable and safely self-isolating. We do not provide any information that may identify anyone such as their name, where they received the charge or their contact information. We also are working to continue to protect vulnerable populations and to increase our ability to detect signals of community transmission. The symptoms that can occur with COVID-19 are: As of today, November 17, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 25. Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 624; 562 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Forty-four cases are in Whitehorse and six in rural communities. As of today, January 20, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 70. Delaying or missing scheduled vaccines puts children at risk for common and serious childhood infections such as measles and whooping cough. Anyone who was at this location and has symptoms of COVID-19 should get tested, take the online self-assessment and arrange to get tested either by calling 867-393-3083 or booking a test online. Contact your local health centre or book an appointment online at the clinic in Whitehorse. The direction differs for older students and staff based on vaccination status and all elementary students have been asked to self isolate. The COVID-19 Testing and Assessment Centre (CTAC) also continues to open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day of the week. The government does not recommend non-essential travel outside the territory. The guidelines in this Code draw on published guidance from The National Archives and best practice in the public and private sectors. To book an appointment and find more information, visit https://yukon.ca/en/this-is-our-shot. Rural Yukon residents should contact their community health centre to arrange for testing. All Yukon and Lower Post workers who were at the mine since this time are being individually notified either by the company, their employer or by Yukon Communicable Disease Control. For the new cases since 12 p.m. on August 5, there is one new case: Since June 1, 2021, 509 people have recovered and six people have died, five of whom were unvaccinated and one was partially vaccinated. There are two new public exposure notices associated with the new cases. As of Tuesday, March 9, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 72. - fever Since March 2020, 740 individuals have recovered. Information about the Safe 6 is at: practisesafe6.ca. Yukon continues to have an aggressive strategy for testing for COVID-19 but as the incidence of influenza and other respiratory illnesses lessens in the territory, fewer individuals need to be tested. Two of the people with COVID-19 are currently in the hospital. The Government of Yukon is working to protect Yukon youth from COVID-19. relief grants to cover fixed costs for businesses. Failure to transit through Yukon in 24 hours or stay on their designated route: 475, Decals distributed indicating out-of-territory vehicles allowed in Yukon: 384. The Government of Yukon has received 857 complaints: There have been a total of 12 people charged, and 17 charges laid under the Civil Emergency Measures Act (CEMA). Appendix III is detailed advice on managing different types and formats of records such as integrated care records and staff records. Remember to always follow the Safe 6 and we encourage you to wear a mask when required. As of today, November 10, at 9 a.m., the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 23. "It is time to take a pause and slow down on social gatherings. Please identify as being in one of the above exposure locations. I am pleased that the first long-term care home outbreak in the Yukon was limited and that the two people involved have recovered. Yukon’s total case count since March 22, 2020: 456; 385 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in Yukon and probable cases. A second vaccine dose is being administered to all staff and residents of long-term care homes beginning February 1. Find the most up-to-date information on Yukon restaurants and bars. The outbreak is linked to youth and adults who are not yet vaccinated. We have strategies in place across all Yukon health care centres to continue to deliver these services safely. Libraries are closed until further notice. They will be able to talk to their doctor by phone and their doctor will determine whether they need a face to face appointment. Numbers of physician, health centre and emergency visits have dropped in recent weeks and we’re concerned that people who may be really ill or have legitimate health concerns are putting off that call or visit because of COVID-19. Book an appointment online. Since June 1, 2021, 451 people have recovered and there have been 5 deaths. When flight manifest information is not available, the public posting of flight information may be required. While appointments are recommended, walk-ins will be welcome. Residents age 18 and older will have the opportunity to receive their first or second shot during the next visit of the mobile team to their community. A total of 48,107 travellers have come into Yukon: * Due to the fact that the way we’ve collected traveller data has changed since we started collecting statistics, the "Other approved jurisdictions" category has been used to categorize travellers that did not fall into an existing category. A clinic in Whitehorse is open for residents age 18 and older to receive for first and second doses of the vaccine by appointment or by walk-in. Patients and clients checking in for blood work, imaging exams, physio or occupational therapy and specialists appointments will not be permitted a support person except in limited circumstances. By early this coming week, the number of completed tests on Yukon.ca will be updated 3 times a week. Yukon’s total case count since March 22, 2020: 490; 420 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in Yukon and probable cases. Yukoners living in Whitehorse, Ibex Valley, Marsh Lake and Mount Lorne areas can also book a vaccine appointment if they are 70 years and older or live in group settings. People who are diagnosed in the Yukon are counted in the active case count but not in the Yukon total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction. The US Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice (NIJ) asked the Institute of Medicine (IOM) of The National Academies to conduct a workshop that would examine the interface of the medicolegal death investigation system and the ... One case previously identified as positive has been determined negative. Twenty-seven cases in Whitehorse, seven cases in rural communities, six pending confirmation. We will continue to provide the public regular updates as the situation continues to evolve. Guidelines for the reopening of bars within the territory have been shared with all proprietors, with the intent of giving them time to prepare for reopening on Friday, June 19. Our staff need to be fully protected in order to protect those we care for. Visitor access to the affected unit is restricted for the next 28 days but virtual visits are being organized. Masking requirements will be revised, requiring students over the age of five and staff to wear masks in all indoor settings outside the classroom, including common areas and hallways. The public health emergency will be in effect until further notice. Rural Yukon residents should contact their community health centre to arrange for testing. FDA … Mining camp workers arriving in Yukon are reminded that they are required to self-isolate for 14 days before they start work. They will be delivering both 1st and 2nd doses of Pfizer for youth born in 2009 and up to the age of 17 and Moderna for people 18 and over. The number of active cases is currently at 21. - fatigue Drive-up testing is available in Whitehorse at the CTAC from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily at 49A Waterfront Place. 10 people have died. Vaccine uptake is increasing in every age group with rates ranging from 65 per cent for first doses in those aged 18 to 29 years, to 90 per cent in those aged 70 and over. Since March 2020, 874 people have recovered. Keep your social gathering to 6 or fewer people – “stick to 6” whether you are inside or outside. Eighteen Whitehorse, one rural community pending confirmation. Since then, 831 Yukoners have been diagnosed with the virus. Anyone experiencing symptoms in Whitehorse should call the COVID-19 Testing and Assessment Centre at 867-393-3083. Other approved jurisdictions: 318 This is as long as people have the money or time to participate and activities are carried out safely. The number of cases will continue to be updated Monday through Friday online. Mask use will continue at airports and in offices of health and allied health professionals, including physicians, dentists and massage therapists. You can also contact your rural community health centre. These mandatory vaccine and proof of vaccination requirements are based on the recommendations of the Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott to limit the spread of COVID-19. Four were for failure to self-isolate, two were for failure to wear a mask, and one was for belligerent behaviour. Number of total incoming travellers: 91,451. 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 26 We have tested 6,712 people. The number of active cases is currently at 25. 10 Yukoners have died of COVID-19 since the 1st death was reported in November 2020. Yukon’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is issuing a strong recommendation that anyone not yet vaccinated make an appointment for their shot at the mass clinic in Whitehorse or at their health centre in rural Yukon. A rapid response team will arrive in Watson Lake and this testing will be available starting Tuesday, September 21. The Code is accompanied by a number of important appendices: All organisations and managers need to enable staff to conform to the standards in this Code. Out of territory individuals who are diagnosed in the Yukon are counted in the active count but not in the Yukon total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction. The mandate on masks authorized by a Ministerial Order under the Civil Emergency Measures Act ensures a heightened public health response to COVID-19. The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Wednesday, October 27, until noon Friday, October 29. total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction. Yukon.ca continues to be the central place to find information about the territory’s response to COVID-19 and is regularly updated to provide support for Yukoners. It does not need to be approved in advance. Conductors should maintain four metres from the choir or orchestra or wear a face shield and maintain two metres’ distance. We do not provide any information that may identify anyone, such as their name, where they received the charge or their contact information. ", May 1, 2021 Everyone in the Yukon should continue to follow the Safe 6 plus 1 (plus 1 means wear a mask). By region, the percentage of residents who have received a second dose is: 66 per cent in North Yukon; 75 per cent in West Yukon; 47 per cent in Central Yukon; 54 per cent in Southeast Yukon; and 64 per cent in Whitehorse. Anyone experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms should self-isolate and remain at home, take the online self-assessment and arrange to get tested. As of end of day Monday, March 8, there were 24,412 doses of the Moderna vaccine administered in Yukon. The source of infection is currently under investigation. Drug overdose, driven largely by overdose related to the use of opioids, is now the leading cause of unintentional injury death in the United States. Physical spacing measures are people’s best protection against unknown community transmission. Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 660; 600 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has confirmed three new cases of COVID-19, bringing the territory’s total to 32 cases. Public exposure notices have been issued for the following: Thursday, September 2, 2021: Route #6; Southbound from Porter Creek to Granger between the hours of 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. People on the bus at this time are asked to self-monitor until Thursday, September 16, 2021. See child care centres and family day homes on Yukon.ca. Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has issued a potential exposure notification for the 6:30 p.m. flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse on Sunday, April 4. Your social bubble can include up to 15 people, but the smaller your bubble, the smaller the risk of being exposed to COVID-19. By region, the percentage of residents who have received a first dose is: 69 per cent in North Yukon; 79 per cent in West Yukon; 52 per cent in Central Yukon; 58 per cent in Southeast Yukon; 68 per cent in Whitehorse. There will be on-site kiosks for completing the self-declaration, which is required by law. As of today, January 7, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 69. We know Delta is on the rise and it is only a matter of time until we see more cases so, Yukoners, please do your part to protect yourself and others and get vaccinated. There have been a total of 94 charges and 77 people charged under the CEMA. For the new cases since 12 p.m. on July 13, there are 6 confirmed cases: Since June 1, 2021, three hundred and thirty-five individuals have recovered and there have been four deaths. While appointments are recommended, walk-ins will be welcome. All of the 11 people who have contracted COVID-19 in Yukon have recovered. The centre is open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Friday, October 22 Following the announcement about the anticipated start of Phase 2 on July 1, Yukon’s plan for lifting COVID-19 restrictions has been updated to include specific dates and new timelines. As of May 20, 2021, 27,381 first doses of vaccine have been provided and 24,153 second doses. The public exposure notice for the Kopper King Tavern has been expanded. People returning to Yukon who are self-isolating for 14 days and who develop symptoms or whose symptoms worsen should call 811 or their family physician if they are in Whitehorse.
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