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COVID-19 outbreak declared on Unit D/Stroke Unit at Niagara Falls Hospital

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  • A unit outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared on Unit D/Stroke Unit at the Niagara Falls Hospital due to three healthcare-associated patient cases.
  • Niagara Health has taken immediate steps to ensure the safety of patients, staff and physicians.
  • The Niagara Health Infection Prevention and Control experts are monitoring the outbreak closely. 
  • While the decrease in COVID-19 cases across the province is encouraging, the virus is highly contagious and is still circulating in Niagara.

The LocalSKIM for June 9, 2021

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  • Dr. Hirji, Niagara’s medical officer, is warning that it is too early to open the U.S. border. Hirji believes opening the border just as Ontario enters Step One of the reopening plan could cause complications. As well, the presence of the Delta variant which is more severe and contagious, is another reason to exercise caution. (St. Catharines Standard)
  • Niagara Health is lifting some emergency measures, as their inpatient COVID-19 activity is at its lowest since April 8th. As a result, surgeries that were postponed during the third wave are now proceeding. (610 CKTB)
  • Drivers are being asked to slow down and keep their eyes open for turtles as during nesting season it is common for turtles to be spotted on area roads. (Thorold News)
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Region reminding residents of additional safety measures in place

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  • Niagara Region residents are being reminded of the additional safety measures that are in place in Niagara as part of section 22 orders.
  • On patios, diners at one table will once again be limited to just the same household with exceptions for persons essential to physical and mental health of the party such as caregivers.
  • Local restaurants and bars will be recording contact information and asking if diners have any symptoms of illness as well as confirming individuals are from the same household.
  • Ontario will enter Step One of the reopening plan on Friday which allows for outdoor dining.

COVID-19 update for Wednesday, June 9

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The LocalSKIM for Tuesday, June 8

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  • Niagara Health will restart its Sunday vaccination clinics but will reduce the number of bays where people receive their injections as the vaccination supply will remain the same but vaccinations will take place over seven days a week instead of six days. (St. Catharines Standard)
  • Niagara Falls will be illuminated in white tonight to support the surviving members of a family impacted by a hate crime on Sunday in London, ON. (610 CKTB)
  • Racing at Fort Erie Race Track is set to resume on Tuesday, June 15 with a special post time of 3 p.m. However, racing at the track will begin without spectators due to continuing COVID-19 restrictions. (Ontario Racing)
  • Business organizations in Canada and the U.S. signed a joint statement asking that those who have been fully vaccinated be allowed to cross the border beginning June 22. As well, tourism associations across Canada are asking the federal government to announce a clear plan for reopening the border as the summer tourist season approaches. (Toronto Star)

66% of all eligible Niagara residents have been vaccinated

70% of adults and over 2/3 of eligible residents (12+) have received 1st dose
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Niagara records another Covid-19 death

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Filming for TV series in Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Dr. Mustafa Hirji presents the latest updates on COVID-19

Topics include case trends, getting tested even for mild symptoms, variants of concern and vaccination progress
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COVID-19 update for Tuesday, June 8

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