There are just two cases of COVID-19 identified in the province, the lowest one-day total in B.C. since March 7th.
The provincial total is 2,446, including 60 in Northern Health.
#breaking – only 2 new cases of #covid19 in BC. 1 in Fraser and one in Vancouver Coastal health. 19 outbreaks in health care system – one of today’s cases is associated.
— My Prince George Now (@mypgnow) May 19, 2020
Three more deaths have occurred, and 146 B.C. residents have now died because of the virus.
In a joint statement, Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Minister of Health Adrian Dix said:
“Today is the first day that many businesses can begin to reopen, and we encourage business owners to take it slowly… this approach will give you, your employees and your customers the confidence that you are doing all you can to keep everyone safe.”
“Staying vigilant is even more important as restrictions ease. Every day, pause and think about how you are going to keep yourself and those around you safe.”
Nearly 81% of those who have tested positive in B.C. have now recovered.
There are 325 active cases province-wide, with 45 people in hospital – 12 of which are in acute care.
The breakdown of cases by health authority is as follows:
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- 883 in Vancouver Coastal Health (+1 new case)
- 1196 in Fraser Health (+1)
- 126 in Island Health (no change)
- 181 in Interior Health (no change)
- 60 in Northern Health (no change)
