The Ontario HIV Epidemiology and Surveillance Initiative

The objectives of OHESI are to analyze, monitor and disseminate knowledge products on the epidemiology of HIV in Ontario.

These are not most recent stats – but it was one of the most detailed site I found;

https://www.ohesi.ca

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/hiv-2021-surveillance-highlights.html

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/summary-estimates-hiv-incidence-prevalence-canadas-progress-90-90-90.html

https://www.ohesi.ca/trends-in-hiv-testing-diagnoses-and-the-care-cascade-in-ontario-in-2022/

https://www.ohtn.on.ca

The Ontario HIV Treatment Network is a non-profit funded by HIV and Hepatitis C Programs at the Ontario Ministry of Health. Our work brings together collaborators from across the sector and the world to influence decision-making and improve the lives of all Ontarians living with and at risk of HIV.

#Ontario #HIV #Stats

Our attributed population includes more than 100,000 residents spanning 32,000 km.

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Algoma’s vast geography and sparse population can create challenges for access to and delivery of health and social services. Isolated communities, lack of public transportation in and between communities, staff retention, travel costs, and hazardous driving conditions are all significant factors.

Life expectancy

Life expectancy at birth in Algoma is lower for both males and females than the provincial average. In Algoma, males are expected to live to around 76 years old (80 Ontario-wide), whereas females are expected to live to 82 (84 Ontario-wide). 

The average age in Algoma is 45.5 – four years older than the provincial average.

Social determinants of health 

Health in Algoma communities can be influenced by ethnic distribution, Indigenous status, household size and costs, education, employment, income, and access to health care (APH, 2018). In Algoma, several of these indicators are notable when compared to Ontario as whole. This includes a higher number of Indigenous and Francophone community members and a higher percentage of residents with low income. Because Algoma is a diverse and widespread community, these population characteristics help underpin the importance of taking an equity-focused approach and emphasize the value of culturally appropriate care.

https://www.algomaoht.ca/community-health#:~:text=In%202018%2C%20Algoma%20Public%20Health,self-harm%2C%20and%20suicide.

https://www.algomapublichealth.com/stats-reports/community-health-profile-2018/