Huron-Perth’s only case of COVID-19 remains in serious condition at Stratford General Hospital.
Huron Perth Public Health issued the statement after rampant rumours that the 64-year old St. Marys man had died. He has not.
“I am urging everyone to please respect the privacy of the family involved during this difficult time and to continue to follow credible sources before sharing information,” says Dr. Miriam Klassen, Medical Officer of Health.
Klassen added, “From what we know, the patient did exactly what they should have done during this time – he self-isolated at home when he became sick with gastrointestinal and chronic illness issues unrelated to COVID-19. Once his symptoms changed and were aligned with COVID-19, the appropriate precautions were taken and he was tested.”
The staff of HPPH is conducting thorough contact tracing related to the case. Klassen said, “Please be assured that public health is following all necessary contact tracing to ensure that anyone who may have been exposed or at risk is contacted and receiving instructions from us. We also provide guidance if there are any environmental considerations and recommendations needed to be taken. If there were a greater community exposure, we would be sure to let everyone know.”
“I understand that these are uncertain times in our community and in the world around us. However, we are all in this together and are working at every level in our community – on a personal level, organizational level, and community level – to stop or slow down the spread of COVID-19 in our community,” says Dr. Klassen.
There is only one case of COVID-19 in the Huron Perth Public Health area.
