According to public health officials, 12 additional cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Manitoba as of 9:30 a.m. Saturday.

This brings the total number of lab-confirmed positive and probable positive cases in Manitoba to 194.  

There are now 19 coronavirus cases identified in the Southern Health Region. Of those 19 cases, 15 are confirmed positive and 4 are listed as probable positive.

Meanwhile, 10 Manitobans are currently hospitalized including six in intensive care. 17 individuals have recovered from COVID-19, and the total number of deaths reported in Manitoba remains at two.  

Cadham Provincial Laboratory performed 567 tests Friday.  As of April 4, a total of 12,514 tests have been performed.  

Isolation centres are being established for those who may require some additional support as they self-isolate. The first centre has been set up in a Winnipeg hotel and will begin accepting individuals this weekend. This would be offered to individuals who may have been exposed or who are COVID positive and require a dedicated space where they can self-isolate.  

These centres will adhere to the public health guidelines and guests will be required to self-isolate in their rooms at all times. Isolation centres will use enhanced cleaning and disinfecting practices. All social and physical distancing practices will be adhered to and centres will practice zero-contact services wherever possible.