NOTICE TO MEMBERS Possibility of new provincial restrictions to combat rise of COVID-19 cases November 23, 2020 Dear Colleagues,
Over this past week, the daily numbers of new COVID-19 cases has reached new highs, with Sunday’s reported numbers of new daily cases topping 1,500.
There is much speculation regarding the potential for new, or lengthening of existing, federal, provincial or municipal restrictions and recommendations, in line with what is occurring in other parts of the country.
The ACAC is in contact with Alberta Health and will provide you with updates as soon as, or if, any announcement is made.
We have actively engaged the Premier's office, government and opposition MLAs and municipalities in the past few weeks on the value of keeping chiropractic services open and available for the health and wellness of Albertans in the event of new COVID-19 control measures. In addition to supporting the wellbeing of our patients, we have highlighted the extensive safety protocols in our pandemic response plan as a rationale for being allowed to stay open.
Early responses from these leaders has been supportive and positive to our requests.
As we go forward, it is each of our responsibility to respect and adhere to all laws, by-laws, regulations and recommendations from relevant public health officers and public health orders related to COVID-19 that are relevant to the community you operate in.
Additionally, please continue to engage in all required and recommended hygiene, safety, and PPE protocols to protect yourselves, your staff and your patients, including mask wearing, physical distancing and regular cleaning activities.
As always, as soon as we know more, we will advise you. If you have questions, please contact us at the ACAC office. Sheila J. Steger ACAC CEO Dr. Todd Halowski ACAC Registrar |