CORONAVIRUS LATEST UPDATES

The total number of COVID-19 cases in Prince Edward Island has increased by one to 27. All cases are travel-related. Here are some of the updates The Guardian had as of press time Tuesday evening.

– Call 811 if you have COVID-19 symptoms, including a fever, new or worsening cough, sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, congestion or unusual fatigue. Call 1-833-5339333 for information on health questions, services for Islanders or business programs. Call 1-800-9586400 to report concerns that someone you know is not following the self-isolation directive.

– Fisheries and Oceans Canada has announced that the spring commercial oyster, quahaug and softshell clam season opening is being delayed until May 18. The season was originally scheduled to open on May 1.

– The Atlantic Veterinary College at UPEI is loaning equipment and providing training in its use to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, expanding the province’s testing capacity for COVID19. The school and individual researchers have also set aside personal protective equipment for provision to health-care workers should the need arise. In response to a call for assistance, AVC recently donated almost 16,000 sterile swabs to the National Microbiology Lab in Winnipeg.

– The Retail Council of Canada has launched a campaign that explains the precautions and guidelines grocery and drugstore shoppers should follow during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep everyone safe. Visit www.retailcouncil.org/ shopsmart.