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Friday, 10 April 2020
UPDATE on APRIL 10TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis----One new case of COVID-19; 60 people have recovered!!!!
News Release
Health Office of the Premier
COVID-19 One new case of COVID-19; 60 people have recovered
10 April 2020
FREDERICTON (GNB) – Public Health has updated the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the province.
Testing at the microbiology laboratory at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre in Moncton has identified one new case, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick to 112.
Of the 112 cases, 63 are travel-related, 35 are close contacts of confirmed cases, six are the result of community transmission and eight remain under investigation.
Ten people have been hospitalized and five have since been discharged. Three of the five patients remaining in hospital are in an intensive care unit.
To date, 60 people have recovered.
The new case is an individual aged 60-69 in Zone 2 (Saint John region).
Chief medical officer of health Dr. Jennifer Russell said, as many people start the long holiday weekend, they must not lose sight of the fact this disease is in the province.
“It is difficult to not visit our parents, other family members and friends but it would be more difficult to see them become sick because of a decision that was made not to stay home,” said Russell. “Deciding to remain where you live does not mean you are not conveying your love for them. It is the opposite. It means you are conveying your love by protecting them.”
Premier Blaine Higgs reminded New Brunswickers they cannot participate in their usual celebrations during this challenging time.
“This long weekend, when you are tempted to visit friends and family, remember our province’s COVID-19 projections – and remember the role you play in keeping those numbers as low as possible,” said Higgs. “By staying at home and practising physical distancing, you are making a difference.”
Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.
10-04-20
Thursday, 9 April 2020
UPDATE on APRIL 9TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis----Projected number of COVID-19 cases!!!!!
News Release
Health
Office of the Premier
COVID-19
Projected number of COVID-19 cases
09 April 2020
FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government has released COVID-19 modelling, showing the impact that actions by government and all New Brunswickers can have in a few scenarios.
These projections indicate that, with no public health measures, New Brunswick could have had up to 5,600 deaths over the course of the current outbreak. With the public health measures now in place – and adhered to by the public – the number of deaths could range from 550 to 1,750.
“I want to do everything in my power to make sure we keep the numbers as low as possible,” said Premier Blaine Higgs. “Together, we are already taking the steps to make the best-case scenario our reality.”
While there have been no COVID-19 deaths in the province to date, Health Minister Hugh J. Flemming emphasized that the eventual number of deaths is entirely dependent on the efforts that all New Brunswickers take to slow the spread of the virus.
“One death is one too many, but we must be realistic and expect that there will be deaths from COVID-19 in New Brunswick,” said Flemming. “Limiting the number of deaths requires that everyone follow the direction of the chief medical officer of health by staying home and maintaining physical distance from others when you have to go out.”
The pandemic modelling was developed by staff from the Department of Health, Public Health and the regional health authorities. It was inspired by similar modelling released by the governments of British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Quebec and Ontario. The models will be revised as new information is provided during the outbreak.
Facts about the modelling:
The scenarios are based on the experience of northern Italy, as a case where a large impact has been experienced, and on all of Italy, as a medium-impact scenario.
The scenarios show potential outcomes up to April 30, beyond which projections become less reliable.
In the large-impact scenario, New Brunswick could experience up to 132 deaths by the end of April; under the medium-impact scenario, the figure is estimated at 70 deaths. On its current trajectory, with all public health measures now in place and adhered to by the public, New Brunswick could have 15 COVID-19 deaths by April 30.
The projected number of patients hospitalized on April 30, based on the current trajectory, is 28. That number could be as high as 125 under a large-impact scenario.
The number of patients requiring admission to an intensive care unit, currently projected to rise to 13 by the end of the month, could peak at 84 on April 30 under the large-impact scenario.
The province’s health system is preparing for any of these scenarios by securing personal protective equipment for health-care workers, pursuing expanded capacity for COVID-19 testing, and strengthening its ability to trace contacts and respond to potential clusters of the disease as quickly as possible.
Three new cases
Testing at the microbiology laboratory at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont Hospital Centre in Moncton has identified three new cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick to 111.
Of the 111 cases, 62 are travel-related, 33 are close contacts of confirmed cases, six are the result of community transmission and 10 remain under investigation.
Ten people have been hospitalized and five have since been discharged. Four of the five patients remaining in hospital are in an intensive care unit.
To date, 53 people have recovered.
The new cases are:
An individual aged up to 10 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)
An individual aged 30-39 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)
An individual aged 40-49 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)
Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health, directed New Brunswickers to continue to stay at home, practise physical distancing and maintain good hygiene practices to further slow the spread of the virus.
“The message is simple: keep doing what you are doing,” said Russell. “We cannot afford to let up, even for a moment.”
Applications for income benefit close at 8 p.m.
More than 66,000 applicants have registered for the New Brunswick Workers Emergency Income Benefit.
The one-time $900 benefit was created for workers or self-employed people who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 situation. To date, the provincial government has provided more than $27 million in benefit payments.
The purpose of the benefit has been to provide a bridge for those who would be applying for Employment Insurance or the new Canada Emergency Response Benefit. As the federal program began on April 6, the provincial program funding is no longer required.
Applications close today at 8 p.m. and may be completed through the Red Cross, which is administering the program, at 1-800-863-6582. The applications will continue to be processed in the coming days.
Recreational fishing and bear hunting seasons delayed
The Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development has delayed, until at least May 1, the opening of all recreational fishing seasons and the spring bear hunting season due to COVID-19. Fishing season normally begins on April 15 and the spring bear hunt on April 20.
“As a government, we are committed to doing everything possible to protect our citizens,” said Higgs. “I am a fisherman and I love the outdoors. I know what this means, and I am hopeful conditions will change soon.”
This decision will be re-evaluated April 30.
Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.
09-04-20
Miramichi Police Officer in action during the Coronavirus Crisis....
My interview with Fredericton Police Chief Roger Brown was a no go because of phone problems at his in...:(...
One issue that I found VERY strange was after I shut the camera off...someone approached the officer close to one foot away complaining of his own personal issues. This happens all the time when a Cop is in an area....everyone have their own issues but in this case? The guy had no regard or respect for the cop to stay 6 feet away....sad...as for me? I just came from a nice long walk and was sitting on the steps of a business....I'm allow to walk or sit down....as long I stay away from people....I follow the rules...when they say - STAY HOME!!! This means...no visiting family members or friends....no socializing in public < if so...stay away 6 feet >....For the life of me...I just CAN'T understand why people sit down in group after all the Coronavirus issues in the media the last month.....sigh......
Interviewing the Fredericton Police Chief Roger Brown in 15 minutes...Any question? Don't asks here...send them to oldmaison@yahoo.com
Interviewing the Fredericton Police Chief Roger Brown in 15 minutes...Any question? Don't asks here...send them to oldmaison@yahoo.com
Fredericton Camera Service is the place to get your camera and other electronics fix!!!!!!
Fredericton Camera Service is the place to get your camera and other electronics fix....Just call him during the Coronavirus and he will fix your old camera or anything else. We are SO LUCKY to have this guy here in Fredericton!!!!
Wednesday, 8 April 2020
UPDATE on APRIL 8TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis----Three new cases of COVID-19; religious gatherings restricted during state of emergency!!!
News Release
Health
Office of the Premier
COVID-19
Three new cases of COVID-19; religious gatherings restricted during state of emergency
08 April 2020
FREDERICTON (GNB) – Public Health has updated the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the province.
Testing at the microbiology laboratory at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont Hospital Centre in Moncton has identified three new cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick to 108.
The new confirmed cases include the first recorded in Zone 6, the Acadie-Bathurst region.
Of the 108 cases, 60 are travel-related, 33 are close contacts of confirmed cases, six are the result of community transmission and nine remain under investigation.
Ten people were hospitalized and four have since been discharged. Four of the six patients remaining in hospital are in the intensive care unit.
To date, 50 people have recovered.
The new cases are:
An individual aged 60-69 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)
An individual aged 60-69 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)
An individual aged 80-89 in Zone 6 (Acadie-Bathurst region)
Religious gatherings restricted during state of emergency
Residents are reminded that as part of the state of emergency for COVID-19, restrictions are in place for all gatherings, including religious celebrations.
Clergy members can livestream a religious service, but individuals operating video equipment must maintain the physical distancing requirements of two metres.
“With Easter weekend approaching, it is important to remember that in-person religious services in New Brunswick are prohibited,” said Premier Blaine Higgs. “With your co-operation, we will make Easter and all religious observations as safe as possible for everyone.”
Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health, has directed New Brunswickers not to hold family gatherings, attend in-person religious services or hold recreational events over the Easter weekend, to avoid further spread of the COVID-19 virus.
“The temptation to gather with friends and loved ones will be great this weekend,” said Russell. “You may think ‘it’s just my family’ or ‘it’s just my friends.’ But the COVID-19 virus may be an uninvited guest at your event, brought along by someone who has only mild symptoms, or no symptoms at all. Do not let that happen.”
Buying essentials
Residents are reminded that many retailers will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Higgs encouraged people to make any essential purchases in advance, or plan to wait until next week, and to continue to observe restrictions and physical distancing requirements.
“We are grateful for all the essential retail workers who continue to provide important services and necessities,” said Higgs. “For everyone’s safety, we ask that households choose one person to be the designated shopper, whenever possible.”
Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.
08-04-20
Tuesday, 7 April 2020
UPDATE on APRIL 7TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis-----Three new cases of COVID-19; religious gatherings restricted during state of emergency!!!!!!Measures to assist in preventing spread of COVID-19; two new cases!!!
News Release
Health
Office of the Premier
COVID-19
Measures to assist in preventing spread of COVID-19; two new cases
07 April 2020
FREDERICTON (GNB) – Testing criteria for COVID-19 in New Brunswick is being expanded.
“We continue to be focused on testing the right people, at the right time,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health. “Travel outside New Brunswick will no longer be the key determinant in referring people for testing. However, an assessment is still required through 811 or an individual’s primary health-care provider.”
Testing will continue to focus upon the protection of health-care workers, patients in hospitals and nursing homes, as well as first responders. Priority will also be given to testing those who may be more vulnerable to the disease, including people over 60 and people with hypertension, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease, diabetes, or cancer.
Two new cases
Testing at the microbiology laboratory at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre in Moncton has identified two new cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick to 105.
Of the 105 cases, 59 are travel-related, 33 are close contacts of confirmed cases, six cases are from community transmission and seven cases remain under investigation.
Ten patients were hospitalized, but three have since been discharged. Seven patients remain in hospital, with four in an intensive care unit.
To date, 39 people have recovered.
The new cases are:
An individual aged 10-19 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)
An individual aged 70-79 in Zone 7 (Miramichi region)
“COVID-19 can strike anyone, of any age, in any community in our province,” said Russell. “That is why it remains vital that every New Brunswicker stay at home as much as possible. When people go out, they should keep their interactions brief and maintain six feet of physical distance between themselves and others.”
Loans for working capital now available
Small, medium and large employers in New Brunswick whose businesses have been impacted by COVID-19 can now apply to the provincial government for loans for working capital.
“We understand that this pandemic is impacting New Brunswick business,” said Premier Blaine Higgs. “We acted swiftly to address the needs of the business community and support these employers during this challenging time.”
The new loans are to support New Brunswick-based companies. A total of $50 million has been allocated for two distinct loan programs for working capital.
Businesses can access more information about the application processes on a dedicated web page which features frequently asked questions and online resources.
Deadline approaching for applications for income benefit
Applications for the New Brunswick Workers Emergency Income Benefit will end at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 9. The one-time $900 benefit was created to help to bridge the time between when people lose their employment or close their business to when they receive their federal benefit.
“This benefit has provided some much-needed relief,” said Higgs. “Helping workers and self-employed people with their immediate needs will keep us on a trajectory that will bring prosperity back to New Brunswick.”
More than 60,000 applicants have registered for the benefit. To date the provincial government has provided more than $20 million in benefit payments.
Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.
07-04-20
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