In a Sunday news release, the provincial department of Health and Community Services reported no new cases of COVID-19 in Newfoundland and Labrador.
There are still two active cases.
On Saturday, the department reported that a positive case was detected at the Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC) mine in Labrador through the staff and contractor screening protocols. However, Sunday’s news release said the individual was found to be negative for COVID-19 after additional testing was done through the provincial Public Health and Microbiology Laboratory.
“The individual will continue to self-isolate, out of an abundance of caution, and has been following Public Health guidelines. Public Health will continue to follow this case and will advise if further action is required,” reads the news release.
To date, 35,222 people in the province have been tested, and 266 people have recovered from the virus.
The department continues to recommend preventative actions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including:
• Stay informed, be prepared, and follow public health advice;
• Wash your hands frequently with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds;
• Use an alcohol based hand sanitizer in the absence of soap and water;
• Do not touch your face;
• Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette;
• Wear a non-medical mask in public indoor spaces;
• Maintain physical distancing;
• Increase cleanliness and ventilation of public spaces and worksites; and,
• Stay home if you are sick and avoid contact with others.