Respiratory Illnesses

REPORTING OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES TO THE OCPHO:

Healthcare professionals (HCPs) have a legislative duty to report notifiable and reportable diseases to the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO) as required in the NWT Public Health Act (2009, SNWT 2007, c.17, SI-007-2009), with required information and timelines for reporting as defined in the Disease Surveillance Regulations (2009, R-096- 2009) and within the NWT Communicable Disease Manual.
Mandatory Reporting of Outbreaks for ALL Communicable Diseases
Immediately report all outbreaks or suspect outbreaks in hospital, long-term care facility (LTCF) or congregate living by telephone (867) 920-8646 to the OCPHO.
NOTE: This is not just for respiratory diseases but for ALL communicable diseases. Outbreaks for different diseases are defined within the NWT Communicable Disease Manual.

Viral Respiratory Illness Hospital Admission or Death Report
Disease Surveillance Regulations
NWT Reportable Disease Regulations Schedule 3
NWT Communicable Disease Manual
Canadian Immunization Guide
NWT Immunization Schedule Health Professionals
Wastewater Monitoring
811 Health Advice Line - HCPs are encouraged to let clients know about calling 811 regarding symptoms or health questions. Nurses are available 24/7 to help clients assess when it is appropriate to access an appointment, when someone should call ahead to warn the health centre of a potential communicable disease or when to manage their symptoms at home. 811 now offers mental health supports and support in quitting smoking/vaping.