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7-Eleven store in downtown Calgary temporarily closed after worker tests positive for COVID-19

A 7-Eleven store in downtown Calgary has been temporarily closed, after a worker was confirmed to have COVID-19.

Staff at the location have been asked to self isolate with pay

This 7-Eleven location in downtown Calgary was temporarily closed after an employee was found to have COVID-19. (Google Maps)

A 7-Eleven store in downtown Calgary has been temporarily closedafter a worker was confirmed to have COVID-19.

7-Eleven is advising anyone who visited the store, located at 435 Fourth Avenue S.W., between March 4 and 17 to contact Alberta Health Services at 811.

The store has been closed for cleaning and sanitization, the convenience store chain said in an email sent Monday evening, and will reopen once it's determinedsafein consultation with AHS.

The store's staff have been asked to self isolate with pay for 14 days.

"The health and safety of our customers, employees and the communities we serve is the top priority," the company said. "7-Eleven Canada has contacted Alberta Health Services to determine next steps and will provide further updates whenever possible."

There were 188 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Calgary zone as of Monday, out of 301 in the province. In Calgary, nine of those cases were in the citycentre.


What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Common symptoms include:

  • Fever.
  • Cough.
  • Tiredness.

But more serious symptoms can develop, including difficulty breathing and pneumonia, which can lead to death.

What should I do if I feel sick?

Isolate yourself andcall your local public health authority. Do not visit an emergency room or urgent care centre to get tested.

How can I protect myself?

  • Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Be aware ofevolving travel advisoriesto different regions.

More detailed information on the outbreak is available on thefederal government's website.

Important reminder:The World Health Organizationsaidmore than 80 per centof COVID-19 infections are estimated to be mild.