B.c. Coronavirus Update

• Coronavirus: B.C. reports 6 new deaths, case confirmed at Okanagan jail

  On Thursday, Canada reached 10,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus.

  Apr 2, 2020
  
• COVID-19 outbreak at B.C. nursing home must be met with compassion and caution, experts say

  But experts say while clamping down on the potential spread of the virus is critical for such facilities that can quickly become a hotbed for infectious diseases, it's just as important to balance those measures with compassion.

  Mar 7, 2020
  
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• B.C. declares COVID-19 outbreak at North Vancouver care home, 6 new cases announced

  Two new cases and a previously-announced case are connected to the Lynn Valley Care Centre, while two others were passengers on the Grand Princess cruise ship.

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  Mar 7, 2020
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• B.C. premier outlines province’s COVID-19 response plan

  B.C.'s premier and top health officials are scheduled to provide an update on the province's preparations for COVID-19 on Friday.

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  Mar 6, 2020
• B.C. confirms 4 new cases of COVID-19, provincial total climbs to 12

  "Wash your hands like you've been chopping jalapeños and you need to change your contacts," said Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. 

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  Mar 3, 2020
• B.C. identifies 5th presumptive case of COVID-19, woman who travelled near Shanghai

  B.C.'s health minister and chief medical health officer are slated to provide an update on COVID-19 on Friday afternoon.

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  Feb 14, 2020
• No new COVID-19 cases in B.C., 4 confirmed patients doing well: Province

  B.C. health officials are slated to deliver an update on COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus) on Tuesday morning.

  Feb 11, 2020