Today (Friday, November 27), Newfoundland and Labrador has four new confirmed cases of COVID-19.
The first new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 60-69 years of age.
The individual, a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador, is a close contact of a previous known case.
This case is connected to the recent cluster in Grand Bank. The individual is not a tenant of Blue Crest Cottages in Grand Bank.
The individual is self-isolating. Contact tracing by Public Health officials is underway.
The second new confirmed case is a female in the Eastern Health region between 50-59 years of age.
The third new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 50-59 years of age.
The fourth new confirmed case is a female in the Western Health region between 40-49 years of age.
The source of the infection for these three cases are under investigation by Public Health. An update on these cases will be provided as more information becomes available.
These three individuals, all residents of Newfoundland and Labrador, are self-isolating and contact tracing by Public Health officials is underway.
Newfoundland and Labrador has 31 active cases of COVID-19.
There has been a recovery in the Eastern Health region. This means 296 people have recovered from COVID-19. No one is in hospital due to the virus.
To date, 61,320 people have been tested.
Public Health is reminding people to strictly adhere to the orders from the Chief Medical Officer of Health.
People must remain vigilant and follow all Public Health measures to protect themselves, their families, and their communities from the spread of COVID-19.
In Alert Level 2, Newfoundlanders and Labradorians should continue to practice good infection prevention and control practices.
These practices 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;
- Work from home, if possible; and,
- Stay home if you are sick and avoid contact with others.
Public Health is reminding people about the phrase People, Space, Time, and Place. People should always consider these four important reminders. They are especially important with the holidays approaching.
- People – The more people you interact with, the greater the risk of spread.
- Space – The closer you are to others, the greater the risk of spread.
- Time – The more time you spend with others, the greater the risk of spread.
- Place – Indoor activities with others are more risky than outdoor activities.
Public Health has prepared guidance on holiday activities. Holiday events or gatherings should be planned in accordance with Public Health guidelines. The guidance is available here.
People are reminded that COVID Alert is available for download free through the Apple or Google Play app stores. Public Health is encouraging people to download the app to help reduce the spread of the virus.
For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit: www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19.
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Tina Newhook
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