Yukon confirms three new COVID-19 cases, potential exposure site in Whitehorse

Yukon's chief medical officer confirmed three new COVID-19 cases on Friday, all linked to previous cases.

The territory has also issued a public exposure notice for a Whitehorse fitness centre.

Anyone who was at Better Bodieson Saturday, Nov.14 between 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.and is experiencing symptoms should call the COVID-19 testing centre in Whitehorse at867-393-3083, or contact the health centre in their community.

A government news release said an investigation into the case is underway, and public health workers are reaching out to contacts.

Yukon has now confirmed a total of 29 cases since the pandemic began. One person has died in the territory.

The government says anyone experiencing the following symptoms should arrange for a COVID-19 test "immediately":

• Fever
• Chills
• Cough
• Difficulty breathing
• Shortness of breath
• Runny nose
• Sore throat
• Loss of sense of taste or smell
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Muscle aches