Doctor Sarah Lesperance from the Northern Health Region says even if these restrictions are lifted people have the option of staying home if they don’t feel safe going out. She says the risk of COVID 19 in our region still remains low.  She explains because the risk is considered low at present it is okay for people to move about their communities as long as they take steps to stay COVID safe. She notes some people do also choose to wear non-medical masks when they’re in public and although it’s not currently mandated it can help to protect others around you especially when you make sure that masks are used properly and they’re paired up with good hand hygiene.

Lesperance adds it’s important you not allow this pandemic to get in the way of going to scheduled appointments and that you continue to seek medical care when you need it.