{"id":247799,"date":"2020-03-11T05:20:03","date_gmt":"2020-03-11T09:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=247799"},"modified":"2020-03-11T05:20:03","modified_gmt":"2020-03-11T09:20:03","slug":"alberta-announces-seven-new-coronavirus-cases-bringing-total-to-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2020\/03\/11\/alberta-announces-seven-new-coronavirus-cases-bringing-total-to-14\/","title":{"rendered":"Alberta announces seven new coronavirus cases, bringing total to 14"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The number of cases in Alberta is expected to rise, Hinshaw says, although the risk of catching the virus remains low. (Pixabay photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

EDMONTON \u2014 Alberta’s chief medical officer is urging people to check health advisories before travelling abroad as the number of novel coronavirus cases in the province doubled to 14.<\/p>\n

Dr. Deena Hinshaw says all the cases are travel related.<\/p>\n

She says the risk of travelling outside the country is increasing and those planning trips outside Canada should check the latest recommendations from the Public Health Agency of Canada.<\/p>\n

She says anyone returning to Canada should monitor their health for two weeks and self-isolate if they have symptoms of coronavirus, such as a cough or a fever.<\/p>\n

The number of cases in Alberta is expected to rise, Hinshaw says, although the risk of catching the virus remains low.<\/p>\n

The new cases include four people from the Calgary region and three people from the Edmonton area.<\/p>\n

The men and women range in age from their 30s to 70s.<\/p>\n

One of the original seven patients, who had a pre-existing health condition, is in hospital in stable condition.<\/p>\n

The new patients visited a range of countries, including France, the Netherlands, Germany, the Philippines and the United States. One was also on the MS Braemar of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in the Caribbean.<\/p>\n

Hinshaw said preventative work continues, with new information and cautionary materials being readied for schools and long-term care centres.<\/p>\n

Anyone feeling ill, even if they have not travelled abroad, should avoid going to schools or long-term care centres or supportive living facilities, she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe need to get used to a new normal,\u201d Hinshaw told a news conference Tuesday.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe all need to be vigilant and take additional precautions to limit the risk for others.\u201d<\/p>\n

Also Tuesday, the Opposition NDP urged the United Conservative government to introduce new protections for Alberta workers who are forced to self-isolate and miss work due to the coronavirus.<\/p>\n

Labour critic Christina Gray said stronger job protection legislation and compensation would ensure that sick Albertans don’t feel compelled to go to work for fear of losing their jobs.<\/p>\n

She’s asking the province to prohibit employers from requiring a doctor’s note.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat do most Albertans do when they have the sniffles? They tough it out and they go to work,\u201d said Gray.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe cannot have that happen while we’re asking people to self-isolate and prevent the spread of a serious virus, one that can be fatal.\u201d<\/p>\n

Alberta’s labour ministry said it is working to find solutions surrounding quarantine and sick leave and is urging employees and employers to find alternate working arrangements for those who are self-isolating, such as working from home.<\/p>\n

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