Since the last update on March 17, there continues to be COVID-19 activity in Nain, Hopedale, Postville, Makkovik and Rigolet.
While all provincial restrictions have been lifted, including capacity limits, masking, and proof of vaccination requirements, the general public is encouraged to continue wearing a well-fitting mask in all indoor public settings.
The virus that causes COVID-19 will likely continue to present itself in all Labrador Inuit communities, and that activity may or may not be documented or reported.
Individuals with symptoms, with no known exposure to the virus, should contact 811 or complete the online assessment tool at COVID Assessment and Referral (HOME – NLCHI) to determine if testing is required.
There are also 28 (minus 3 since last update) confirmed active cases of COVID-19 in Voisey’s Bay.
There are 24 (plus 2 since last update) close contacts in isolation. All positive cases and close contacts are in isolation.
The next update will be on Thursday, March 24.