Two new cases of COVID-19 in PEI

Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced two new cases of COVID-19 in Prince Edward Island.

The individuals are both in their 60s and recently travelled outside of the Atlantic Region. They tested positive through routine testing. They will continue to self-isolate and be followed by public health daily.

There is also a flight exposure notification related to the cases. Anyone who travelled on Air Canada flight AC8302 from Montreal to Charlottetown on Wednesday, April 7, is already following isolation requirements, but are also advised to monitor closely for symptoms and if any develop, visit a drop-in testing clinic.

Islanders are urged to get tested if they experience any symptoms of COVID-19, even after a previous negative test, and to self-isolate until the results come back. Islanders are also encouraged to download the free national COVID Alert app, which will let them know if they have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.

Prince Edward Island currently has seven active cases of COVID-19 and has had 167 positive cases since the onset of the pandemic. Information about the province’s COVID-19 cases is available online.

For the latest information about Prince Edward Island’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, visit: COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Prince Edward Island.

Backgrounder:

The Chief Public Health Office continues to work closely with the federal government, provincial and territorial counterparts, government departments and Health PEI to monitor the pandemic situation and prepare for all COVID-19 related impacts to the province, including health, social and economic. The public health risk of COVID-19 is continually reassessed and Islanders will be updated as new information becomes available.

Everyone is encouraged to follow routine prevention measures:

Wash hands frequently with soap and water
Cough and sneeze into your elbow or a tissue
Stay home if you are not feeling well
Limit touching your eyes, nose and mouth
Keep your circle of contacts small
Wear a mask in closed, indoor public spaces
Physical distance - stay two meters (6 feet) apart
Don’t share items like drinking glasses and water bottles
Frequently clean surfaces like taps, doorknobs and countertops
Visit a drop-in-clinic to be tested if you have COVID-19 symptoms

Media Contact:
Samantha Hughes
Health and Wellness
shughes@gov.pe.ca

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