CHARLOTTETOWN — Health officials in Prince Edward Island are reporting 222 new cases of COVID-19 today.
There are 1,378 active reported cases of COVID-19 on the Island.
Three people are hospitalized with the disease, including one in intensive care.
There are four other people in hospital for non-COVID-19 reasons who have tested positive for the disease.
Chief medical officer of health Dr. Heather Morrison said today in a news release it's more important than ever to follow public health measures, such as mask-wearing, physical distancing and proper handwashing.
Anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 is urged to get tested and self-isolate as they await results.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 5, 2022.
The Canadian Press