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April 9, 2020
Updated COVID-19 Testing in Alberta
Overview
Alberta has one of the highest testing rates in the world. In addition to completing as many tests as possible, we are being purposeful in our testing in order to:
- diagnose and treat individuals at greatest risk
- trace the spread of the virus so we can identify steps to limit the spread
- determine how well our public health measures are working.
If you have symptoms
If you are experiencing mild symptoms – cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose or sore throat:
- stay home and isolate
- complete the COVID-19 self-assessment
- monitor your health and call Health Link 811 if you have questions or concerns
If you experience or see someone experiencing severe symptoms of COVID-19, including difficulty breathing, severe chest pain, feelings of confusion or loss of consciousness, call 911 immediately.
Who is being tested
Alberta is testing those at greatest risk of severe illness, including anyone in hospital with a respiratory illness.
Testing is being offered to symptomatic individuals (i.e. cough, fever, runny nose, sore throat or shortness of breath) who:
- live in continuing care facilities, group homes or other similar congregate settings
- are aged 65 years or older
- live with someone aged 65 years or older
- live in the Calgary zone
Testing is being offered to symptomatic individuals (i.e. cough, fever, runny nose, sore throat or shortness of breath) in the following roles:
- healthcare workers
- group home workers and shelter workers
- first responders, including firefighters and EMS
- people involved in COVID-19 enforcement, including police, peace officers, bylaw officers, environmental health officers, and fish and wildlife officers
- correctional facility staff, working in either a provincial or federal facility
- essential service workers
As the situation evolves, Alberta’s testing approach and priorities will adjust according to need and direction from the chief medical officer of health.
To determine if you need to be tested and next steps, complete the COVID-19 self-assessment for Albertans or the COVID-10 self-assessment for healthcare and shelter workers, enforcement personnel and first responders.
Has Your Garbage Day Changed?
It’s that time of year! Click the image to check to see if/when your pick-ups change!
March 23 – Animal Window Hunt
March 23, 2020
Helping Hands for the Community
March 17, 2020
If you would like to offer your help please email: volunteer@winstonheights.ca
winstonheights.ca/helpinghands
*Please note that we do not vet either parties, and all interactions you have after submitting the form are no longer associated with the community association.
EVENTS CANCELLED
March 16, 2020
Under the current circumstances and with the health and safety of the community in mind we have chosen to cancel these events.
For any other events in the community or at the Community Hall please contact: hallmanager@winstonheights.ca
CANCELLED – Mom’s Night Out
March 10, 2020
Under the current circumstances and with the health and safety of the community in mind we have chosen to cancel this event.
We are pleased to say that Mom’s Night Out is back!
Date: April 2, 2020
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Nixx’s Pub
For more details email: MNO@winstonheights.ca
Community Garden Beds Available
March 9, 2020
Good news for budding gardeners… there are a small number of beds in our community garden that have come available for 2020!
In past years, the garden has always been fully subscribed well before it’s time to start planting, so those hoping to join our garden will want to reserve their beds now. If you have a yearning to get your hands dirty, now is the time to book your spot.
As always, gardeners need to hold a valid WHMCA membership, and the cost of a bed is $50.00 annually. Gardeners also make a commitment of six hours of volunteer time over the course of the season, tending to the communal areas of the garden.
Payments can be emailed to communitygarden@winstonheights.ca, or dropped off at the hall. (Security question for emailed payments is “In what city do we live?”)
“Gardening requires a lot of water… most of it in the form of perspiration” Lou Erickson
CANCELLED – Quiz Night – March 27, 2020
Under the current circumstances and with the health and safety of the community in mind we have chosen to cancel this event.
Quiz Night Returns!
Bring your team of up to 8 people to test your knowledge on a variety of topics!
There is no entry fee to play
Cash bar and light snacks available
Doors open at 7pm and the quiz will begin at 7:30pm
We look forward to seeing you at this fun event!
For More Information Contact Carolyn Slipp
events@winstonheights.ca
