The Northwestern Health Unit continues to look into the reasons behind an outbreak of COVID-19 in the town of Rainy River.
There are as many as six cases in the community.
Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Kit Young Noon says at first glance, they don’t appear to be travel related.
“There are a couple of them that are connected, but for the most part, the connections aren’t clear at this point in the investigation,” says Dr. Young Hoon.
Young Hoon says they may get a better sense of the virus’ origins once all contact tracing is complete.
“It is very challenging for a disease like this to really know exactly where it comes from. So at this point, I really can’t give you any clear indication where those cases have potentially contracted COVID-19 and how it lead to this cluster happening right,” says Dr. Young Hoon.
Young Hoon says given its presence, everyone in the district should be vigilant in following public health recommendations.
“Because infectious diseases don’t just stay within the boundaries of a municipality. With the movement of people (throughout the district), I think the Rainy River district, in general, should be aware of the heightened risk for COVID-19.
There is one other case in the district, and it’s in Fort Frances.
