Louise Martin

#BREAKING PEI is reporting another death related to COVID-19. The person is between the age of 60 and 79. Dr. Heather Morrison also announced 267 new cases of COVID-19 as of 8:00 am on Friday, January 21. There are currently 2,429 active cases of COVID-19 #PEICovid19

T H U R S D A Y on #PEI -249 new cases and 292 recoveries as of 8:00 am. -2,471 active cases -10 individuals in hospital being treated for COVID-19, including two individuals in the ICU. -3 others in hospital with COVID, but it was not the reason for admission. #PEICovid19

Apparently I looked like I belonged on Star Trek today. When Jay Scotland heard this - he quickly made me a special addition to my wardrobe. It all made me laugh. And on a day with such horrible news - we could all use a chance to chuckle. If only for a moment.

Who can be your support person under the new restrictions? I asked: A support person in the context of including additional people in your household ‘bubble’ is essentially anyone you or your family considers necessary. Depending on the household, this could be parents, your children, a neighbour or friend who visits regularly, or what we might consider a proper support person like a tutor or family caregiver. As you noted, the definition varies from person to person and household to household, depending on their needs. What we are essentially asking people to do is limit their number of close contacts and select a couple of consistent people who can help maintain important social connections as we try to get through another challenging time.

One more person has died on PEI. A sad update today.

More restrictions for two weeks as cases surge on P.E.I.

COVID-19 briefing is at 2pm today. Tuesday, January 18th.COVID-19 briefing is at 2pm today. Tuesday, January 18th.

Ernie Hudson says he and other ministers have been working behind the scenes.

Did anyone catch the sky this morning? Absolutely stunning! Fire sky!

Provincial plows are off the road until tomorrow. City plows are out tonight. #peistorm #pei #snowmicron2022

UPDATE! Royalty Crossing will remain CLOSED for the day today, Saturday (January 15th, 2022).

Please stay put. Plows are still off the road due to blowing snow and poor visibility. They are responding to emergencies only. www.511.gov.pe.ca (posted at 9:30 am Saturday, Jan 15, 2022) PEI Public Safety

No roads. Just drifts as high as the banks. Plows still off the roads at 7:20am. #peistorm

Good afternoon PEI. I hope you will join me tonight for our weekly check-up with Dr. Morrison. Tonight we ask about the Premier's comments this week about seasonal residents, with proof of vaccination, potentially not having to self-isolate when they come to PEI. Spoiler Alert: Any potential changes (nothing has been decided) will NOT just apply to seasonal residents.

Charges laid after apartment fire.

The little school that could! (Not so little anymore!)

If you have concerns or questions about the vaccines approved in Canada - watch this! It’s well done, clear and concise. Thanks to Dr. Gupta.

Charlottetown Airport Authority CEO, Doug Newson, will join us tonight on Compass.

#BREAKING SUNDAY. #PEICOVID19 There are two new unrelated positive cases of COVID-19 on PEI. ... From government press release: Both cases are male one is in his 20s and one in his 50s who work in unrelated non-health care industries and recently travelled outside Atlantic Canada. They have been in self-isolation since arriving in the province and are being followed by public health. Contact tracing has been completed. There are now three active cases of COVID-19 in the province. See more

The decision will put 29 employess on temporary layoff, including: 5 in Sydney. 8 in Fredericton. 8 in Moncton.... 8 in Charlottetown. More details tonight, including reaction, on Compass

Showers move in overnight ahead of a rainy and windy Wednesday. Most areas look to see rainfall in the 10-20 mm range but locally higher amounts are possible with a risk for isolated thunderstorms. Oh, and these strong southerly winds will see temperatures soar into the high teens!

What a wonderful view of our wonderful Island!

PEI Health Briefing notes: NO new cases of COVID-19 today, 3 active cases. All doing well, are at home and self-isolating. PEI has had a total of 63 cases - all travel related. #PEICOVID19 Dr Morrison: Rising numbers elsewhere is concerning. Overall Canada is in the early phases of a second wave. PEI is trying to minimize any impact here. New Brunswick has had 76 cases since last Wednesday. Morrison: Remembrance Day guidance: Important to honour our veterans.... Ceremonies on PEI will be smaller. All must adhere to public health guidance. If over 50 attending, an operational plan must be approved by CPHO See more

BREAKING NEWS: Former radio personality Zach Bell wins PC nomination in District 10, Charlottetown-Winsloe. More to come. CBC Prince Edward Island

It’s TUESDAY! (I have to keep reminding myself) There is a 11:30am health briefing today. (Oct 13th)

PEI’s CPHO Dr Morrison is warning of fentanyl in street drugs. Coroner reported accidental overdose death involving fentanyl a man in his 40s. There have been 11 accidental opioid-related overdoses since April 8 involved fentanyl.

F R I D A Y: US President Donald Trump, and the First Lady - have tested positive for COVID-19.

Our front porch. All ready for safe trick or treating! Alllll my husband’s doing!!

Sally Pitt and Dr. Heather Morrison.

ALSO. IMPORTANT: see guidance for those who have travelled to Moncton. (Wear a mask. Avoid gatherings and public places!) Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Office continues to closely monitor the outbreak of COVID-19 in New Brunswick and is. I am very concerned about the evolving situation in New Brunswick and I am strongly urging Islanders to follow public health measures here at home, as well as public health measures and travel warnings that are in place in dest...inations they are planning to visit, said Dr. Morrison. What is happening in New Brunswick could happen in Prince Edward Island, and it is a reminder of how quickly the virus can spread. It is important that we all remain vigilant this is not the time to let our guard down. New Brunswick public health officials have confirmed 57 new cases of COVID-19 in the past five days, most related to outbreaks in the Moncton and Campbellton regions. Non-essential travel to these regions is being strongly discouraged. ****** Islanders returning from travel to the Moncton and Campbellton regions of New Brunswick should: wear a mask at all times when outside of their household for the next two weeks; monitor themselves for symptoms of COVID-19, and visit a Drop-in Testing Clinic to be tested if symptoms develop; avoid public places, unless it is essential; avoid large gatherings; and, minimize contact with individuals outside of their close circle of contacts and household. Individuals returning from these two New Brunswick regions who work in long-term care facilities must be especially cautious for the next two weeks and should stay home if they are not feeling well; wear personal protective equipment at work; monitor for symptoms of COVID-19, and get tested as soon as symptoms develop. This guidance for individuals returning from travel to the Moncton and Campbellton regions will remain in place until New Brunswick public health officials declare the outbreaks over.

Without going into details (I am FINE and resting at home!) I have to thank the day surgery staff at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital!!! Thank you for taking such good care of this nervous Nellie! We are very lucky to be in such good hands. (Be back Monday!!)

Breaking - SUNDAY, from CPHO: Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has confirmed two new unrelated positive cases of COVID-19 for the province and urges Islanders to follow New Brunswick COVID-19 travel advisories. Both cases are men one is in his 20s and one in his 40s who work in unrelated non-health care industries and recently travelled domestically, outside Atlantic Canada. They have been in self-isolation since arriving in the pr...ovince and are doing well. Both men tested positive as part of routine testing and are being followed by public health. Contact tracing has been completed. There are now three active cases of COVID-19 in the province.

A crisp, windy fall day at the pumpkin patch with these two goofs! Love my gals. So grateful for them #thanksgiving

BRIEFING NOTES: Dr. Heather Morrison: One new case of COVID-19. Male in his 20's. An Island resident who worked outside the Atlantic Bubble. He is well and at home. Did not fly for travel. Contract tracing is happening now. Total of two active cases. #PEI #PEICOVID19 On new case: Few details as case just emerged before briefing. The individual returned to PEI in middle of last week, initially had symptoms but now does not. Believes he has had minimal contact with anyone. He ...says he self-isolated but CPHO are following up on that. Starting Oct 1st - PEI moves to a three phase alert system GREEN: The new normal Yellow: cautious Red: Most restrictive If it is deemed necessary to close a school, it could be closed for two days, and UP TO 28 days. An "outbreak" is defined as two or more cases.

There is an 11:30am health briefing today. Tuesday, September 29th.There is an 11:30am health briefing today. Tuesday, September 29th.

Friday night check in!!! Happy thanksgiving PEI Sending you all lots of love and many thanks. #pei #friday #thanksgiving #goodnightpei #grateful

As you may know the federal throne speech was last week and there are many takeaways about what was in it, and what wasn't. Compass host Louise Martin spoke with P.E.I. Premier Dennis King about his opinion on it. Take a look.

HEALTH Questions? Talk with the Doc is one week today. Monday October 5th. Questions? Post your questions for Dr. Trevor Jain.HEALTH Questions? Talk with the Doc is one week today. Monday October 5th. Questions? Post your questions for Dr. Trevor Jain.

More tragic news for the Westisle school family will see classes cancelled today. A 17 year old student was killed in a car accident on the weekend. That comes on the heels of the tragic drowning of two other students. Due to the recent fatalities in their school community, all classes for Westisle Composite High School are canceled today. The school will remain open and buses will run as per normal. All students are welcome to come to school for counselling services, to gather with friends, or to work in the library. Teachers and staff will be on site.

Friday night check-in! Happy weekend PEI.

UPDATE! back online. FYI PEI : The province says 811 is experiencing technical difficulties with their phone lines - working to resolve this issue as soon as possible. ... For COVID-19 testing please go to a drop in clinic. For emergency assistance call 911. Drop in clinics list - princeedwardisland.ca/covidtesting See more