AHS concerned about community spread of COVID-19 in Medicine Hat and area

Aug 12, 2021 | 11:07 AM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – Alberta Health Services says community spread of COVID-19 driven by variants continues to be a concern in the Medicine Hat and Cypress County area.

On Wednesday, there were 322 active cases in Medicine Hat and 57 in Cypress County.

In a public service announcement released Thursday morning, AHS notes that on July 25, there were 24 active cases in Medicine Hat and by Aug. 8 that number had jumped to 242.

AHS says the best thing residents can do to support their health and reduce the risk to the broader community is to get immunized.

“Vaccines are our best protection against COVID-19 and the safest and most effective way to protect against infection and severe illness.”

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If you are eligible and have not been immunized yet, please book your immunization appointment as soon as possible through the online booking tool.

AHS notes that the COVID-19 vaccines currently available in Alberta require two doses to provide maximum protection.

Other prevention and protection measures include:

Stay home if you are feeling sick
Wash or sanitize your hands often
Cover your coughs and sneezes
Avoid touching your face, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands
Clean and disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched

Albertans are encouraged to assess and manage their personal risks, and it is reasonable for people to continue using precautions that will serve their needs.

This can include avoiding or limiting time spent in crowded indoor places, minimizing close contact with anyone showing cold-like symptoms, and continuing to use a face mask.

by Regan Tate