The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is warning Emo and area residents of an increased COVID-19 risk in the Emo area.
The health unit says, a number of cases of COVID-19 have been identified within a group of people in Emo, but believes the situation is may be more widespread than it appears.
It's unclear how many cases are currently in the Emo area, as the health unit is reporting cases by region and not specific communities. Emo is located in the District of Rainy River, which as of Tuesday, September 28 has three active cases.
“Anyone in the Emo area who has symptoms of COVID-19 should self-isolate and arrange to get tested for COVID-19 as soon as possible, Choosing to not get tested or delaying getting tested makes it more difficult to control the spread of COVID-19,” says Dr. Kit Young Hoon, Medical Officer of Health at NWHU in a prepared release.
“When called by public health, we need individuals to answer questions truthfully so we can gather information to put in measures to protect the health of the community,” added Dr. Young Hoon.
The health unit is advising that residents in the Emo area avoid larger gatherings, especially indoors, until the risk is reduced and encourages residents to get vaccinated.