Community transmission can happen quickly & impact multiple settings.

* A recent outbreak on a teenage hockey team resulted in nine players & one coach testing positive. Multiple teams are currently self-isolating as a result. 

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2020/november/28/covid19-update-one-death-197-new-cases-106-in-hospital-137-recoveries

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* A recent outbreak at a curling bonspiel resulted in positive cases on teams from several cities & towns across the province.

* Positive cases among attendees at a recent funeral has led to the potential exposure of more than 200 people.

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* Recently, 17 nurses working in one hospital were required to self-isolate after being identified as close contacts to positive cases linked to sporting events and community transmission.

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The extensive amount of investigation & contact tracing as a result of these events causes delayed notification of possible exposure resulting in further transmission. 

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With significant outbreaks continuing to occur among larger gatherings and sporting events, the public is urged to follow the public health orders in place & are reminded these orders are enforceable.

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A lot people are sick, and we are ridiculously busy, trying to keep up.

#StayHome

#COVID19SK
#COVID19Reality

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