Staff Writers
May 1, 20201 min
There is 1 new case of COVID-19 in Newfoundland and Labrador today. This case is in the Eastern health region.
This brings the total number to 259.
Of these cases, 4 are in hospital, 1 of which are in ICU. 230 have recovered.
To date, there have been 3 deaths.
Regional Breakdown:
Eastern Health 241
Central Health 8
Western Health 4
Labrador-Grenfell Health 6
Dr. Fitzgerald has asked Minister Haggie to extend the health state of emergency for another two weeks.
A text line has been created for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. The number is 709-216-8188.
There will be no briefings this weekend. The update will be issued via a news release.