Manitoba’s chief public health officer confirmed this morning the number of presumptive positive cases in Manitoba is 15.
Dr. Brent Roussin restated the importance of following social distancing recommendations.
“Our social distancing messaging continues. This is going to be one of our most important strategies to limit the impact of the virus in our communities. This is not the time to be going out to crowded bars or restaurants. Now is the time to ensure we’re distancing ourselves from others, avoiding close prolonged contact with others, and staying home when we can.”
Dr. Roussin says this is an important precaution for those at high risk of developing severe complications from COVID-19 including those over 65, those with underlying medical conditions, and those with compromised immune systems.
Over 2,100 Manitobans have been screened for COVID at the 7 testing sites across the province (four in Winnipeg, and one each in Thomson, Flin Flon, and The Pas).
The province’s 8th COVID-19 testing site opened today at the Brandon Regional Health Centre, operating from 8am to 4pm.
Additional testing centres will be announced in the province this week.
If you have cold- or flu-like symptoms or have recently travelled internationally, you are asked to call Health Links, who will be able to assess whether testing for COVID-19 is needed and can provide a referral.
The Health Links number is 204-788-8200 and 1-888-315-9257 (toll-free).
For a full list of preventative measures, and all other official information from the Manitoba government, click here. www.manitoba.ca/covid19/.
