Hastings Prince Edward Public Health have confirmed five total cases of the novel coronavirus in their catchment area. Hastings Prince Edward Public Health has identified three new cases of the illness, adding to the two had been confirmed as of last Monday.
Of the three new cases, two were contracted through close contact to someone who had recently travelled, and one from a person who had recently travelled.
Medical officer for health, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, said there is no evidence of community spread in the region as of yet, but that is currently what public health officials are trying to avoid.
Among the strategies to avoid community spread, Oglaza said you should follow physical distancing measures and stay home, especially if you have