Today (Friday, December 11), Newfoundland and Labrador has one new confirmed case of COVID-19.
The one new confirmed case is a female in the Western Health region between 20-39 years of age. The individual is a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The source of the infection is under investigation by Public Health. An update will be provided as more information becomes available.
As part of the investigation, Public Health advises that some school-age children will be tested and parents are in the process of being notified.
As the potential exposure was more than 14 days ago, parents are advised that their children do not have to quarantine for the full 14 days. They will be required to self-isolate until the test results are back.
The individual is self-isolating and contact tracing by Public Health officials is underway.
Newfoundland and Labrador has 20 active cases of COVID-19.
There has been one new recovery in the Eastern Health region since yesterday. This means 331 people have recovered from the virus.
No one is in hospital due to the virus.
To date, 66,084 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
Health and Community Services
709-729-1377, 728-2837
tinanewhook@gov.nl.ca