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The COVID-19 situation in British Columbia is continually evolving and the information below is current as of 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.
Cases:
- Total confirmed cases in B.C.: 1,013
- New cases since March 30, 2020: 43
- Hospitalized cases: 128
- Intensive care: 61
- COVID-19 related deaths: 24
- Recovered: 507
Confirmed cases by region:
- Vancouver Coastal Health: 476
- Fraser Health: 348
- Island Health: 67
- Interior Health: 107
- Northern Health: 15
New Provincial advice and measures:
- NEW: Province provides guidelines for industrial work camps to support their response to the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep workers safe: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020EMBC0018-000598
- NEW: Province helps essential service workers find child care: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020CFD0017-000599
- A full list of orders and letters issued by the provincial health officer is available: www.Gov.bc.ca/phoguidance
- Latest COVID-19 updates and statements: https://news.gov.bc.ca/Search?q=COVID-19
- Critical care and acute care hospitalization modelling information: https://news.gov.bc.ca/files/COVID19_Technical_Briefing_Condensed.pdf
New travel/federal measures:
- NEW: Prime Minister announces new partnerships with Canadian industries to fight COVID-19: https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2020/03/31/prime-minister-announces-new-partnerships-canadian-industries-fight
- NEW: Government announces support for air transportation sector during COVID-19 pandemic: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2020/03/government-announces-support-for-air-transportation-sector-during-covid-19-pandemic.html
- For Government of Canada COVID-19 Travel Advice: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/latest-travel-health-advice.html
Media availability schedule:
Upcoming scheduled media availability with Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, will be held:
Wednesday, April 1, 2020 – 3 p.m., Victoria
Thursday, April 2, 2020 – 3 p.m., Victoria
Friday, April 3, 2020 – 3 p.m., Victoria
Resources:
- For provincial support and COVID-19 information: www.gov.bc.ca/covid
- For seniors looking for additional support at this time, call 211 or visit: http://www.bc211.ca/
- For information for First Nations and Indigenous peoples in B.C., visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/indigenous-people/covid19
- Help flatten the curve by checking symptoms online or downloading the app: https://covid19.thrive.health/
- If you or a family member need additional medical advice, call 811.
Testing:
- 42,028 individuals tested as of March 30
- If symptoms appear, check your symptoms online: https://covid19.thrive.health
- If needed, call your health-care provider or 811 for further guidance.
Learn More:
For the latest videos and livestreaming of COVID-19 media availabilities:
on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BCProvincialGovernment/
on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ProvinceofBC
on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BCGovNews
For up-to-date non-medical information, including the latest travel restrictions and provincial and federal programs, call 1 888 COVID-19 or visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support
For recommendations on protecting yourself and your community, including for employers and businesses, visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/coronavirus-(novel)
For common questions about COVID-19 and terminology, visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/common-questions
For the COVID-19 pandemic preparedness and planning materials, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-officer/current-health-topics/pandemic-influenza
For more information and latest updates on the #COVID19 pandemic, follow the BCCDC on Twitter: @CDCofBC or visit: http://www.bccdc.ca/
