COVID-19 on P.E.I.: What's happening Wednesday, April 15

A Queens County man in his 30sis the newest case of COVID-19 on P.E.I.bringing the province's total to 26,said chief public health officer Dr. Heather Morrison in a briefing Wednesday.

Truckers are being offered discount hotel rooms to help them self-isolate while on the Island.

Dairy farmers are facing "a tough year" as the bottom drops out of demand.

Bike sales for kids are booming, say local shops, as parents seek outdoor activities for their children during the pandemic.

Closed or offering limited service, many businesses on P.E.I. arefinding new strategies to survive.

In her Tuesday briefing,chief public health officer Dr. Heather Morrison said critical care beds on the Island would likely be full by June if P.E.I. had not implemented strong control measures on March 14.

The P.E.I. government announced financial support and summer jobs for students.

Students in health-care fields on P.E.I. are volunteering to help front-line workers.

Recent stories

• Dr. Heather Morrison announcedone newcase of COVID-19on P.E.I.at a briefing Wednesday afternoon.
• P.E.I. could see 120 hospitalizations by June from COVID-19 even with strict restrictions.
• An Island wholesaler is desperate for information about when the tourist season might start. July and August are the busiest months for P.E.I. retailers.
• Some P.E.I. restaurants are saying liquor delivery, which started on the weekend, is not only helping them stay afloat but even hire back staff.

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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