Alberta records first COVID-19 death

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Overall, there have been 27 new cases in Alberta, bringing the total to 146. There remains only three cases in Central zone, including one in Red Deer.

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“This is a dangerous virus,” said Dr. Deena Hinshaw during her daily update on Thursday, adding while some may see only mild symptoms, “it can make others very sick.”

Asked how many fatalities can be expected in Alberta, Hinshaw replied, “that depends on us,” and the ability to maintain hand washing and social distancing.

“It’s up to us to keep that low.”

Alberta is the fourth province to record a death. British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec have all had people die from COVID-19.

Of Alberta’s total cases, five are currently hospitalized, two admitted to intensive care units (ICU), and one patient has died.

Regarding reports of individuals who meet the requirements to self-isolate for two weeks but aren’t following recommendations, Hinshaw stressed for people not to call 911 or 811. She stated there is work being done through Alberta Justice on this issue.

For now, she said individuals should, “encourage these individuals to do the right thing.”