Ontario has reported 424 cases of the novel coronavirus or COVID-19 as of this morning (March 22nd). The most recent cases involve a female in her 20’s from Ottawa and a man in his 30’s from Eastern Ontario. In both cases it’s not known how the virus was transmitted, but the individuals are listed as self-isolating. Renfrew County still has no reported cases of COVID-19.
Province wide over 26,000 people have been tested for the novel coronavirus, three people have died and eight people have recovered.
If you think you have COVID-19 you can use the online self-assessment tool to determine how to seek further care. You can contact Telehealth Ontario (1-866-797-0000) or the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (613-735-8654 ext. 577) for more information.
