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Telehealth Ontario Visit Site
Call the province’s toll-free service with any questions or concerns about symptoms and to get health advice. A registered nurse will take your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
McMaster Student Wellness Centre Visit Site
Feeling unwell? If you are a student on campus and have any symptoms or questions about the coronavirus, contact the university’s Wellness Centre.
Global Affairs Canada Visit Site
The Government of Canada website has all the latest updates on travel advisories, health protocols for returning travellers and the number of confirmed cases in Canada.
International SOS Visit Site
A 24/7 service for McMaster students, staff and faculty who need medical or security help while travelling on university business.
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Public Health Agency of Canada Visit Site
The Government of Canada maintains updated webpages about COVID-19, including numbers of confirmed cases nationally. From this page, you can also find links to travel advice, symptoms and treatment, and prevention and risks.
Ontario Ministry of Health Visit Site
Check here for updated numbers on COVID-19 cases in Ontario, as well as information sheets in multiple languages.
Hamilton Public Health Visit Site
The Hamilton Public Health unit has a COVID-19 hotline for travellers returning from affected areas.
COVID-19 assessment centres in Hamilton Visit site
Two COVID-19 assessment centres have opened in Hamilton. These are not drop-in centres but are by appointment only.
World Health Organization Visit Site
Go to the WHO website for the latest information on the global spread of COVID-19, including number of cases by country, Q&As and advice on protective measures.
Employee and Family Assistance Program Visit Site
Call Homewood Health
Toll Free English: 1-800-663-1142
Toll Free French: 1-866-398-9505
TTY: 1-888-384-1152
International (call collect): +1-604-689-1717
Academic Resources
If you have a question about how COVID-19 could affect your course work, exams or grades, contact an academic advisor in your faculty or program, or the Office of the Registrar.