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SHA warns of COVID-19 variant exposure at Canadian Plasma Resources in Saskatoon

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The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising the public of an increased risk of COVID-19 variants of concern at Canadian Plasma Resources on Quebec Avenue in Saskatoon.

SHA said a person or persons attended the location while infectious on April 8, 10, 13, 14, 15, and 16 any time during business hours.

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People who were at this location at the specified times must immediately self-isolate for 14 days following the date of exposure, the SHA said.

The SHA added that if individuals develop symptoms to call HealthLine 811, physician or a nurse practitioner.

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