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COVID-19 on P.E.I.: What's happening Monday, May 11

There are no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on P.E.I., Dr. Heather Morrison, P.E.I.'s chief public health officer, said in a news briefing Monday.

No new confirmed COVID-19 cases on P.E.I.

Dr. Heather Morrison, P.E.I.'s chief public health officer, said P.E.I. had no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 Monday. (Ken Linton/CBC)

There are no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on P.E.I., Dr. Heather Morrison, P.E.I.'s chief public health officer, said in a news briefing Monday.

All 27 positive cases have recovered, and255 new negative tests came backover the weekend.

Morrison said so far, there have been over 250 complaints around people not following COVID-19 restrictions on P.E.I., 102 warnings and 16 charges.

Morrison clarified some of the rules as restrictions begin to ease.

Some self-isolation requirements for truckers have been relaxed, as well.

More Island fairs and festivals, including Old Home Week, have been cancelled.

COVID-19 has resulted in a largeincrease in the number of Islanders asking for help in providing meals for their families.Demand for the Island's school food program has quadrupledsinceCOVID-19restrictions were first implemented onP.E.I., closing schools and leading to layoffs.

The number of people using the Upper Room Food Bank in Charlottetown has also increased.

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COVID-19: What you need to know

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Common symptoms include:

  • Fever.
  • Cough.
  • Tiredness.

But more serious symptoms can develop, including difficulty breathing and pneumonia, which can lead to death.

Health Canada has built aself-assessment tool.

What should I do if I feel sick?

Isolate yourself and call 811. Do not visit an emergency room or urgent care centre to get tested. A health professional at 811 will give you advice and instructions.

How can I protect myself?

  • Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Clean regularly touched surfaces regularly.
  • Practisephysical distancing.

More detailed information on the outbreak is available on thefederal government's website.

More COVID-19 stories from CBC P.E.I.