The local medical officer of health says he’s concerned about the developing situation surrounding the coronavirus coming out of China, but the actual risk locally, is still considered low.
Speaking on 800 AM CJBQ’s Lorne Brooker Show Wedesday Hastings Prince Edward Medical Officer of Health Dr. Piotr Oglaza says there are no cases of the virus locally and very few outside of China, including in Canada, so it’s shown that the virus can be contained.
But Oglaza did have some information for those who might be nervous about the virus.
He adds that, like the flu, there are some easy things you can do to prevent catching the virus.
You can hear the full interview with Dr. Oglaza below:
