CK Public Health is connecting with close contacts of these cases. The contacts will be directed to self-isolate for 14 days. Public Health is unable to connect these two new cases to travel outside of Canada.
"An increase in positive cases was not unexpected," explains Chatham-Kent’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. David Colby. "Our goal is to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community. We need all Chatham-Kent residents and businesses to do their part. Please continue to practice social distancing, follow good hand hygiene, and avoid unnecessary trips outside of your home.
Chatham-Kent now has 4 confirmed cases of COVID-19. For the most up to date, local information visit www.ckpublichealth.com/covid19, call the intake line at 519.355.1071 EXT 1900 or email covid19@chatham-kent.ca
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