Outbreak at Lloydminster Hospital declared over by SHA

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has declared that the COVID-19 outbreak at the Lloydminster Hospital is over.

Medical Health Officer Dr. Mandiangu Nsungu made the call after the standard 28 days passed since the last case.

Visitor restrictions remain in effect.

“The public is reminded that everyone needs to continue to take precautions to protect themselves, their families and everyone who lives in the community,” says a news release from the SHA.

“Physical distancing is something that everyone needs to be doing all the time, every time, to reduce the spread of COVID-19.”

The health authority is also reminding people to follow guidelines for hand washing, social distancing and self-isolation.