Manitoba Health Minister to give update on latest coronavirus measures Friday

This story will be updated once the press conference starts and throughout.

Manitoba health minister Cameron Friesen will give an update on Friday about the latest COVID-19 measures in the province.

Global News will livestream the press conference here starting at 11 a.m.

Premier Brian Pallister said Thursday that Friesen would be discussing restrictions around prescriptions.

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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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