Ottawa public health resources 'not sufficient' as city sees uptick in infectious diseases: report

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Ottawa Public Health (OPH) says it does not have sufficient resources to grapple with a significant rise in infectious diseases.

A woman is wearing a face mask as she walks through the old town in Jena, Germany, Friday, April 3, 2020. Ottawa Public Health says it does not have sufficient resources to grapple with a significant rise in infectious diseases linked to a variety of factors, including migration, climate change and vaccine hesitancy.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App

"Further strain is anticipated on the program as infectious disease rates are likely to continue to rise in 2024 and beyond." In the report, OPH notes the rise in infectious diseases is linked to a variety of factors, including population growth, travel and immigration. OPH is asking for a review of the funding formula and Ontario Public Health Standards to manage its increased workload.

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