The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit says testing is ramping up.

In a release, the health unit says the number of people who have been tested has more than doubled compared to the previous week. That is as of April 19th.

The province is requesting proactive testing of several priority groups including hospital inpatients, residents of long-term care and retirement homes, health care workers, caregivers, care providers, paramedics, and first responders, including police and firefighters.

Other priority groups include remote, isolated, rural and Indigenous communities, other congregate living centres, homeless shelters, prisons and group homes, specific vulnerable populations, including patients undergoing chemotherapy or hemodialysis and requiring transplants, as well as pregnant persons, newborns, cross-border workers and other essential workers.

The health unit says stats indicate there have been 1,211 tests and 16 positive cases. 2 patients are in hospital, three others are in self isolation and 11 have been resolved.

The Medical Officer of Health says increased testing is occurring because of an increased supply and this will help determine how prevalent the virus is in the region.

If you think you have the virus call your healthcare provider, Telehealth or the Health Unit.

(Canada Post)

Canada Post in North Bay says they’re getting more concern about incidents involving dogs and employees.

They call on residents to not open the door during mail deliveries and to ensure your dog doesn’t approach workers when outside.

Canada Post says it’s important residents control their pets and ensure the physical distancing restrictions are adhered to for everyone’s safety.

That means keep a distance of two metres or six feet.

(photo by station staff)

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