The province of Alberta, Canada, has been diligently tracking and reporting Covid-19 cases, vaccinations, and hospitalizations since the beginning of the pandemic. As of the latest update, the Alberta government has reported a total of 543,882 confirmed cases of Covid-19, with 482,888 recoveries and 3,463 deaths. The province has also administered a total of 8,341,919 doses of Covid-19 vaccines, with 77.4% of the eligible population fully vaccinated.
Alberta Covid-19 Case Trends
According to the latest data from Alberta Health, the province has seen a significant decline in new Covid-19 cases over the past few months. The average daily case count has decreased from 1,500 in January 2022 to less than 500 in July 2022. The reproduction number ®, which measures the average number of people infected by a single case, has also decreased to 0.8, indicating that the spread of the virus is slowing down. The PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test positivity rate, which measures the percentage of tests that come back positive, has also decreased to 5.6%.
Vaccination Efforts
Alberta has made significant progress in vaccinating its population against Covid-19. The province has administered a total of 8,341,919 doses of Covid-19 vaccines, with 77.4% of the eligible population fully vaccinated. The vacination rate varies by age group, with 92.1% of individuals aged 75 and older fully vaccinated, compared to 63.4% of individuals aged 12-17. The province has also started administering booster shots to eligible individuals, with 34.6% of the eligible population having received a booster dose.
| Vaccine Type | Number of Doses Administered |
|---|---|
| Pfizer-BioNTech | 4,311,109 |
| Moderna | 2,531,919 |
| AstraZeneca | 1,101,011 |
| Janssen | 397,880 |
Covid-19 Hospitalizations and ICU Admissions
According to the latest data from Alberta Health, the number of Covid-19 hospitalizations and ICU admissions has decreased significantly over the past few months. As of the latest update, there are 247 individuals hospitalized with Covid-19, with 41 individuals in intensive care. The hospitalization rate has decreased to 1.4 per 100,000 population, while the ICU admission rate has decreased to 0.2 per 100,000 population.
Covid-19 Variants of Concern
Alberta has seen a significant increase in the number of Covid-19 variants of concern, including the Delta variant and the Omicron variant. The Delta variant, which was first detected in India, has been associated with increased transmissibility and severity of illness. The Omicron variant, which was first detected in South Africa, has been associated with increased transmissibility and reduced severity of illness. The province has implemented various measures to track and monitor the spread of these variants, including genomic sequencing and enhanced surveillance.
- The Delta variant accounts for 23.1% of all Covid-19 cases in Alberta
- The Omicron variant accounts for 76.9% of all Covid-19 cases in Alberta
- The Alpha variant accounts for 0.1% of all Covid-19 cases in Alberta
What are the symptoms of Covid-19?
+The symptoms of Covid-19 include fever, cough, shortness of breath, and fatigue. In severe cases, Covid-19 can cause pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and death.
How can I protect myself from Covid-19?
+You can protect yourself from Covid-19 by getting vaccinated, wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and frequent handwashing. You should also avoid close contact with individuals who are sick and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
What is the treatment for Covid-19?
+The treatment for Covid-19 includes supportive care, such as oxygen therapy and fluid management, as well as antiviral medications, such as remdesivir and dexamethasone. In severe cases, Covid-19 may require hospitalization and intensive care.
