COVID-19 on P.E.I.: What's happening Sunday, April 19

Island lobster fishermen continue tovote by phone and online this weekend on how long one week or two to delay the start of the spring season.

Results could be available by Tuesday. The season traditionally starts on April 30.

Some businesses in the eastern part of the Islandare concerned about the one-month delay until resumption of ferry service between Nova Scotia and P.E.I.

There is no COVID-19 briefing scheduled for Sunday with Dr. Heather Morrison, the chief public health officer, but that is subject to change.

The number of COVID-19 cases on P.E.I. remains at 26, as 43 more test results returned negative Saturday, according to a release from the province. There has been only one positive case in the past 10 days.

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Further resources

• Here isinformation for livingwith the COVID-19 pandemic on P.E.I. including information on government relief programs, physical distancing measures, andessential health services.
• Here arecharts tracking COVID-19 numbers and a timeline of COVID-19-related events on P.E.I.
• A full list ofCOVID-19 cancellationscan be viewed here. You can report closures on our cancellation hotline at 1-877-236-9350.

COVID-19: What you need to know

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Common symptoms include:

• Fever.
• Cough.
• Tiredness.

But more serious symptoms can develop, including difficulty breathing and pneumonia, which can lead to death.

Health Canada has built aself-assessment tool.

What should I do if I feel sick?

Isolate yourself and call 811. Do not visit an emergency room or urgent care centre to get tested. A health professional at 811 will give you advice and instructions.

How can I protect myself?

• Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Clean regularly touched surfaces regularly.
• Practisephysical distancing.

More detailed information on the outbreak is available on thefederal government's website.

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