Covid19 (Novel Coronovirus)

• 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) self-assessment – If you think you have 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has it, use this self-assessment to help determine if you need to seek further care
• Should you get tested or self-isolate? – Toronto Public Health
• How to Self Isolate – Public Health Ontario
• How to Self-Monitor  – Public Health Ontario

• Self-isolation: Guide for caregivers, household members and close contacts – COVID-19 – Public Health Ontario
• novel coronavirus (COVID-19) – Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)
• Travel Health Notices – Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)
• Public Health Resources March 11 2020 – Public Health Ontario’s fact sheet
• COVID-19 CPSO Information For Patients – College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

New Novel Coronavirus testing assessment centres in the GTA have opened including:

**Please be advised that the eligibility for testing at the assessment centres’ is often limited and appointments are often required.  It is therefore strongly recommended that you if you are considering to going, check their specific website and/or book an appointment.

Telemedicine

• Avocare – A free patient portal for patients to securely message the front desk, or for your Doctor to share test results or an update on their availability with you.
• OTN Videoconferencing Patient information- Your E-Visit Appointment for additional information. You also may be asked to download the Pexip Infinity Connect app on your smart phone.
• HealthSource Medical after-hours urgent doctor-on-call telephone line: 416-536-6686 (Monday-Friday 5pm-8pm & Saturday 9:30am-1:30pm)

Mental Health
• Anxiety BC – a comprehensive online resource for patient with anxiety; highlights include the Resource Documents section and the Mind Shift mobile app
• Beacon 2.0 Depression Services – list of internet-based resources for depression that are based on CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) principles, including MoodGYM
• Canadian Mental Health Association – resources on mental health including information on how to find help
• ConnexOntario – free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness, or gambling
• Drug and Alcohol Helpline – provides information about drug and alcohol addiction services in Ontario
• Gerstein Crisis Centre – a 24-hour community based mental health crisis service
• Mental Health Helpline – provides information about mental health services in Ontario
• Ontario Psychological Association Referral Service – a searchable database of registered psychologists for a variety of counselling needs
• Psychology Today– a searchable database of registered psychologists for a variety of counselling needs
• Psychotherapy Referral Service – helps match patients with a psychotherapist based on his/her individual needs
• Self-Help Resource Centre – includes a directory of self-help groups in Toronto
• Sleep Hygiene – helpful tips on improving sleep habits
• TranQool – Online therapy via videoconference