New Brunswick health officials announced six new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total number of cases to 51.
Public Health says the individuals range in age from 20 to 79 years old and live in southern or southeastern New Brunswick.
The new cases are:
- An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 1 (southeast)
- An individual aged 70-79 in Zone 1 (southeast)
- An individual aged 20-29 in Zone 2 (south)
- An individual aged 20-29 in Zone 2 (south)
- An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 2 (south)
- An individual aged 70-79 in Zone 2 (south)
“The new cases are under investigation and further details will be forthcoming,” said a news release from the province, which did not hold a briefing on Saturday.
You can find more details about the province’s health zones here.
Health officials also noted two people who had contracted COVID-19 have since recovered.
Although there was no briefing on Saturday, the province did release a pre-recorded video from Russell.
“At this time, we know that we will continue to be announcing in the days ahead more cases and we expect there to be more community transmission and that will be the pattern moving forward,” said Russell.
She emphasized the importance of continuing to follow the guidelines regarding physical distancing, remaining at home and frequent hand-washing.
“The only way to get through this right now is to do it together – apart,” said Russell.
A message from Dr. Jennifer Russell. pic.twitter.com/zXJmYhXfEt
— Government of NB (@Gov_NB) March 28, 2020
Russell suggested people enjoy the outdoors with this weekend’s good weather while practicing physical distancing.
Also on Saturday, the province announced a new toll-free phone line for health-care workers to call if they are experiencing a fever with a temperature of 38C or higher, a new or worsening cough, or shortness of breath. The number is 1-833-475-0724.
Health-care workers who have developed COVID-19 symptoms since March 20 are directed to self-isolate immediately.
Russell acknowledged the pandemic has caused disruption in many people’s lives and outlined several resources available to New Brunswickers.
“The Red Cross has some really great resources that you can tap into and also on our website there are some mental health resources that I encourage you to tap into as well.”
