Public health officials advise the current five-day COVID-19 test positivity rate is 2.3 per cent and 32 new cases of the virus have been identified today as of 9:30 a.m. today. This brings the total number of lab-confirmed cases in Manitoba to 1,096.

The data shows that there were:

• 1 new case in Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority 18 new cases in the Prairie Mountain Health region
• 6 new cases in Southern Health region
• 7 new cases in the Winnipeg Health region The data also shows:
• 418 active cases & 664 individuals have recovered from COVID-19
• Currently there are 5 individuals hospitalized with 1 in ICU
• the number of deaths due to COVID-19 is 14

The dashboard and graphs are updated daily at 1 p.m.

Preliminary investigations show that seven of the cases announced today are close contacts of a previously announced case. Additional case investigations are continuing, and updated information will be updated when available.

Preliminary investigations show that 14 of the cases announced today are close contacts of previously announced cases. Additional case investigations are continuing, and information will be updated when available

The Chart below shows the active, recovered and deaths to date related to COVID-19 in Manitoba by their region. (Updated: August 28^th, 2020

 For up-to-date information on COVID-19 in Manitoba, visit www.manitoba.ca/COVID19.

PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS UPDATE

Effective today (August 28^th, 2020) the Self Isolation order under the Public Health act comes into effect. The Self Isolation Order will require Manitobans to self-isolate for 14 days if:

1. they have tested positive for COVID-19; or
2. they have been exposed to COVID-19 by a close

• Individuals will be notified by a public health official if self-isolation is required.
• Once notified, the person must go to their residence or an approved self- isolation location and remain there for 14 days, or until they are directed otherwise by a public health
• Exceptions will be made for in-person appointments with health care providers. However, if an individual leaves their home, they must wear masks, maintain physical distancing, and minimize the time away from their self-isolation location.
• Failure to self-isolate in accordance with public health advice is a violation of the order and is enforceable under the Public Health Act. Individuals could be subject to fines for non-compliance

For more information or to view the order please visit: https://manitoba.ca/asset_library/en/proactive/2020_2021/orders-soe- selfisolation-080282020.pdf

TRIBAL NURSING OFFICER UPDATE

Flu Myths & Facts

MYTH: I think flu vaccines have the potential to create strains that are vaccine-resistant, like what can happen with the overuse of antibiotics.

FACT: The influenza virus already mutates frequently. That’s why there is a new flu vaccine every year. The strains that are within the vaccine changes to match the strains that are expected to be circulating and that may cause the most severe illness.

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