One new case of COVID-19 in Manitoba

One new case of COVID-19 in Manitoba was reported Thursday.

That brings the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases to 331.

The new case is a man in his 30s from the Southern Health–Santé Sud health region, public health officials reported.

The investigation is ongoing and any additional information will be provided as needed once investigations are complete to inform people of any public health risks.

There are still no patients in hospital being treated for the virus. There are six active cases and 318 individuals have recovered from COVID-19.

An additional 734 tests were completed on Wednesday, bringing the total number of tests performed since early February to 73,042.

Meanwhile, Manitoba Parks has reinstated the life-jacket loaner program at 11 provincial parks.

There will be some occasional cleaning efforts made, but after consulting with public health officials, it was determined the risk of transmission would be relatively low and was balanced against the risk of drowning if someone needs a life jacket, health officials say.

Park visitors are still encouraged to bring their own life jackets if they are a non-swimmer.