Testing and case counts reported as of March 31, 2020:
1 new case reported in past 24 hours in Grey Bruce; female, in 30’s; 12 cases to date (current cumulative total).
2 recovered cases
0 cases related to COVID-19 reported in Long-Term Care facilities
1 cases reported in Health Care Provider working in Grey Bruce
10 negative test results received in past 24 hours
Total negative cases updates lack reliable data input
7 - 8 days (estimated average time for results being received from the lab
Actions Taken In the Past 24 Hours:
· Personal Protection Equipment distribution launching to long-term care and emergency/first responders (Donation from Bruce Power)
· New or updated resources from Communications:
o Guidelines for Grocery Shopping
o Considerations for Public When Receiving Mail or Packages
o Considerations for Postal and Courier Workers
o Delivering Items to Seniors or Immunocompromised
o Recommendations for Physical Distancing while Exercising
o Updated Fact Sheet for Older Adults and People who have Compromised Immune Systems
o Updated Fact Sheet Where to Get Help for Harm Reduction
· GBHU Infectious Disease (ID) Team continue with case and contact management, reporting, and responding to COVID-19 related calls
· GBHU On-Call Team continue to ensure essential public health activities not related to COVID-19
source: media release, Grey Bruce Health Unit