Ottawa region COVID trends mostly low and stable as May ends – CBC

Number of Ottawans in local hospitals continues to drop

May 30, 2023

The latest
Ottawa’s pandemic trends are mostly low and stable, according to Ottawa Public Health (OPH).

OPH has not indicated any concerning trend since early this year, which is similar to the wider region outside of Ottawa.

Experts recommend people wear masks indoors. Staying up to date with COVID vaccines can also help protect vulnerable people. Other guidance can vary between Ontario and Quebec.

Wastewater

Data from the research team shows, as of the most recent update May 26, the average coronavirus wastewater level has been low and stable for about two weeks.

This average generally stayed within the same range for a year, so this month has broken that trend.

It’s currently at its lowest reading since February 2022.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/covid19-ottawa-levels-spread-risk-may-2023-1.6857774