Today (Friday, June 18), Newfoundland and Labrador has no new confirmed cases of COVID-19.
There are ten new recoveries in the province, seven in the Central Health region and three in the Western Health region and 1,350 people have recovered. There are two people in hospital due to COVID-19.
There are 22 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. The regional breakdown of the 22 active cases is as follows:
- Eastern Health – 4
- Central Health – 3
- Labrador-Grenfell Health – 1
- Western Health – 14
To date, 156,302 people have been tested. People can check their COVID-19 test results online here.
The investigation into the cluster of cases in the Central Health region has concluded. Public Health has not identified a source for this cluster. The risk to the public is deemed to be low at this time. Public Health would like to thank the people in the region for their cooperation throughout this outbreak by getting tested and following public health guidance.
The investigation into the cluster of cases in the Western Health region is ongoing. As of now, there are 42 confirmed cases associated with the cluster and there are no presumptive positive cases associated with the cluster. The source of infection remains under investigation.
The investigation into the case reported Wednesday, June 9 in the Central Health region has concluded. Public Health is unable to identify a source of transmission to date. This is called a non-epidemiologically linked case and indicates that there was an unknown case of COVID-19. This could happen for any number of reasons including the individual may have been asymptomatic and recovered; the individual may have left the province; or, the individual did not seek testing.
The case reported Wednesday, June 9, in the Western Health region remains under investigation.
The Department of Health and Community Services is advising rotational workers about identified COVID-19 outbreaks at worksites in Alberta. They are:
- Arc Resources, Grande Prairie
- Suncor Firebag
The department was notified about the outbreaks by the Public Health Agency of Canada as individuals from this province work with the project. A list of worksites with declared outbreaks can be found online here.
Rotational workers with these projects who have returned to Newfoundland and Labrador in the last 14 days must self-isolate and physically distance away from household members, and call 811 to arrange testing. These workers must now complete the full 14-day self-isolation period, regardless of test result.
The rules for rotational workers from Newfoundland and Labrador who work in Canada that went into effect Friday, March 12, 2021, do not apply to workers at worksites where there is an ongoing outbreak.
Symptoms of COVID-19 include:
- Fever, including chills or sweats;
- A new or worsening cough;
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing;
- Runny, stuffy or congested nose;
- Sore throat or difficulty swallowing;
- Headache;
- Loss of sense of smell or taste;
- Unusual fatigue or lack of energy;
- New onset of muscle aches;
- Loss of appetite;
- Vomiting or diarrhea for more than 24 hours; and,
- Small red or purple spots on hands and/or feet.
The most up to date vaccine data and the number of vaccine doses administered is on the provincial COVID-19 data hub. Information on COVID-19 vaccines for Newfoundland and Labrador is available online here. Additional information on the COVID-19 vaccination rollout is on the websites for each of the regional health authorities:
Eastern Health
Central Health
Western Health
Labrador-Grenfell Health
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has released the province’s reopening plan, Together. Again. The plan outlines the phased approach that the province will take as it starts to lift long-term Public Health measures. Further information, including a copy of the plan, can be found on the website here www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19/together-again/.
Please continue following the proven Public Health measures in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. People are encouraged to download COVID Alert to help reduce the spread of the virus. It is available free through the Apple or Google Play app stores. For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19.
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Media contact
Lesley Clarke
Health and Community Services
709-729-6986, 699-2910
lesleyclarke@gov.nl.ca