Today (Sunday, October 4), Newfoundland and Labrador has one new confirmed case of COVID-19.
The confirmed case is a female in the Western Health region between 60-69 years of age. This case is linked to the reported case on October 3.
The new case is travel-related. The individual arrived in Canada from Central Africa. The individual was asymptomatic during travel.
Public Health guidelines are being followed, and the woman is self-isolating. An investigation by Public Health is completed. Anyone considered a close contact is in quarantine and has been tested.
The province has four active cases of COVID-19.
Two hundred and sixty-nine people have recovered from the virus.
To date, 44,121 people have been tested.
In Alert Level 2, individuals should continue to practice good infection prevention and control practices.
Daily preventative actions can help to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
These actions include:
- Stay informed, be prepared, and follow public health advice;
- Wash your hands frequently with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds;
- Use an alcohol based hand sanitizer in the absence of soap and water;
- Do not touch your face;
- Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette;
- Wear a non-medical mask in public indoor spaces;
- Maintain physical distancing;
- Increase cleanliness and ventilation of public spaces and worksites; and,
- Stay home if you are sick and avoid contact with others.
For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19.
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