Respiratory viruses in Nunavik

Respiratory viruses circulate actively in the population throughout the year. The Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services' Public Health Department monitors respiratory viruses all year long, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). This surveillance allows them to track the trends of these viruses over the seasons and provide the population with up-to-date information on the epidemiological situation in the region. It remains essential to stay vigilant and maintain behaviors that always limit the transmission of respiratory viruses.

Nunavik Respiratory Infections Dashboard

The Nunavik Respiratory Infections Dashboard provides up-to-date data on COVID-19, influenza and RSV, and respiratory infections in the region.

The map of Nunavik shows the recent geographical distribution of respiratory viruses, using a risk scale where colors and bubble sizes represent the risk of respiratory virus circulation in each community. GREEN represents a low risk, YELLOW a medium risk and ORANGE a high risk of viral circulation. The graph on the right illustrates the observed trends over the last 12 months for the region or community selected in the top bar.

This data reflects the current situation and its evolution. It may be influenced by changes in respiratory virus surveillance and does not represent a complete risk assessment.

Advice adapted to the risk of respiratory virus circulation

To protect your health and your loved ones from respiratory viruses, always maintain your good habits

Practice respiratory etiquette: Cough or sneeze into your elbow, use a tissue to blow your nose, wash your hands often, and wear a mask if you have symptoms of a respiratory infection.

Vaccination is the best protection against respiratory infections. Make sure your vaccination is up-to-date. Make an appointment and get vaccinated at your local health center.

Low risk, little or no circulation of respiratory viruses

Always keep up your good habits. Simple actions that make a difference :

  • Wash your hands often
  • Ventilate your home
  • Practice respiratory etiquette
  • Wear a mask if you have symptoms

Moderate risk, moderate circulation of respiratory viruses

Be aware and increase your vigilance.

If you have symptoms or if you are sick:

  • Wear a mask in public
  • Stay home if you have a fever
  • Reduce contacts, especially with vulnerable people

High risk, high circulation of respiratory viruses

Maximum caution, especially for vulnerable people (elders, pregnant women, the immunosuppressed, people with chronic illnesses, and infants)

  • Wear a mask during social interactions if you are a vulnerable person
  • Ventilate your home well if there is a gathering
  • Regularly clean frequently touched surfaces.

If you are sick and you are a vulnerable person, contact the CLSC for possible treatment for the flu or COVID-19.