Manitoba’s opposition New Democratic Party promised to call an investigation into the province’s COVID-19 response if they win the next election.
NDP leader Wab Kinew said the investigation would be led by independent experts.
He said it will look at what has led to the higher rates of cases and deaths than in many other provinces.
Manitoba sent dozens of COVID-19 patients to other provinces last spring to free up hospital beds.
Have a question about COVID-19? Here are a few things you need to know:
Symptoms can include fever, cough and shortness of breath – very similar to a cold or flu. Some people may develop more severe disease. Those most at risk for this condition include older adults and people with severe chronic medical conditions such as heart, lung, or kidney disease. If you develop symptoms, contact public health authorities.
To prevent the virus from spreading, experts recommend washing your hands often and coughing into your sleeve. They also recommend minimizing contact with others, staying at home as much as possible, and maintaining a two-meter distance from others if you are out. In situations where you cannot keep a safe distance from others, public health officials recommend the use of non-medical masks or face coverings to prevent the spread of respiratory droplets. can carry the virus. In some provinces and cities across the country, masks or face coverings are now mandatory in indoor public spaces.
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