Health minister to update Manitobans on coronavirus research measures Wednesday

This story will be updated when the press conference begins and throughout the conference as it runs.

Health Minister Cameron Friesen has called a press conference for 2:30 p.m. to update Manitobans on the latest research measures in Manitoba.

He will be joined by Tracey Maconachie, Board Chair of Research Manitoba, and Dr. Ryan Zarychanski with the department of medicine at the University of Manitoba.

Global News will livestream the press conference here.

As of Tuesday morning, Manitoba had 217 cases in the province. Twelve Manitobans were in hospital, with six in intensive care, and 21 have recovered from the virus.

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On Tuesday, it was announced a third person had died.

Questions about COVID-19? Here are some things you need to know:

Health officials caution against all international travel. Returning travellers are legally obligated to self-isolate for 14 days, beginning March 26, in case they develop symptoms and to prevent spreading the virus to others. Some provinces and territories have also implemented additional recommendations or enforcement measures to ensure those returning to the area self-isolate.

Symptoms can include fever, cough and difficulty breathing — very similar to a cold or flu. Some people can develop a more severe illness. People most at risk of this include older adults and people with severe chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease. If you develop symptoms, contact public health authorities.

To prevent the virus from spreading, experts recommend frequent handwashing and coughing into your sleeve. They also recommend minimizing contact with others, staying home as much as possible and maintaining a distance of two metres from other people if you go out.

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