Ottawa (as of 10 August)}
2: New deaths
854: Total deaths
39: Residents of Ottawa due to active infection Hospitalized
2: Admitted to ICU for active infection
122: Ottawa hospital-confirmed COVID-19 patients (including non-Ottawa residents), COVID 55 hospitalized for -19 (6 in ICU), 67 for other reasons (3 ICU)
438: new COVID-19 cases (cases are considered underestimated in limited testing)
79,179: total cases
1,016: active cases
53: outbreaks within facilities Ongoing
15.5: Positive test rates in the community (7-day average as of Sunday)
Ottawa Public Health reports new statistics every Tuesday and Friday.
Ottawa's wastewater virus detection program shows that COVID-19 levels have declined slightly, but levels are still We are urging her to try to maintain her COVID-19 protective practices, including masking at venues. Or in a crowd.
Where to get tested and treated in Ottawa
Higher risk of severe COVID-19, but after symptoms start Must be taken within the first 5 days.
Ontario's COVID-19 Antiviral Treatment Screener tool online to find out if you're at increased risk for serious illness and likely to benefit from medication You can determine if it is viable.
State molecular testing is prioritized for high-risk populations and those living or working in high-risk environments.
Ottawans should visit the Ottawa Public Health website to eligibility and how to book a test, and if they have symptoms, test positive, or are high-risk contacts. You can learn more about what to do if
Where to Get a Rapid Test
Ontario distributes free rapid antigen tests through pharmacies and grocery stores.
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