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And, a very concerning single confirmed case is coming out of the Dorothy Menzies Child Care Center, known as the Children's Home.

A release says "eight children were taken for medical care based on symptoms related to COVID-19. Two of them were tested for the virus and one test returned with a positive result." But other children are displaying symptoms and they have been recommended for testing along with some staff who were in closer contact with the child. the release adds, "These staff members are now quarantining at home and new staff are being identified to temporarily cover their duties."

The Ministry of Health is currently monitoring the children's health - and we saw a senior health inspector make a visit there yesterday.

Those children presenting symptoms have been placed in the designated quarantine area within the facility, and the child that is confirmed positive and the child who tested negative were placed in separate rooms within the isolation area.

Today's release adds, "Managing COVID-19 within a residential facility brings with it increased challenges and risks. The Ministry, therefore, continues to work with staff and the Ministry of Health for the protection and safety of all involved in accordance with international standards to ensure that our actions are human rights based and non-discriminatory." End quote.