Like in Quebec, Ontario is hit by an increase in the spread of COVID-19, but the province’s premier, Doug Ford, does not regret the reductions in health measures he has ordered in the last time.
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Asked about the subject at a press conference held on Friday, Mr. Ford mentioned having been cautious when it came time to withdraw health measures in Ontario.
“I do not think so [que nous avons été trop rapides pour retirer le port du masque]considering that we were among the last in North America to do so”, mentioned Doug Ford, specifying that he is recognized as being a prudent politician in his management of the pandemic.
For her part, Minister of Health Christine Elliott recalled that the province’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Kieran Moore, had repeatedly warned that an increase in cases and that a more marked presence of the virus could be observed. at the time of deconfinement.
“With the level of immunity and the arrival of antiviral pills, we are protected,” said Ms. Elliott.
Could the rise in cases lead to a new confinement?
While the number of cases and the number of hospitalizations are on the rise, a question is on everyone’s lips: is a reconfinement possible?
For Doug Ford, it will be necessary to cross the bridge when, and if, the situation calls for it, but in his eyes, the health system of the province is ready to face a new wave of COVID-19. “Let’s continue to move forward cautiously,” said the Prime Minister.
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