Two cases of Omicron variant reported in Ottawa. Ottawa Public Health is introducing new self-isolation and testing requirements for residents who have travelled to eight countries within 14 days before arriving in Canada “out of an abundance of caution.”

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for November 28, 2021

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COVID-19 in Ottawa: Omicron COVID-19 variant detected in Ottawa

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