An increase in the number of Covid-19 cases overnight has brought the total number of active cases in the district up to 1,095 today (Thursday March 3).

The Southern District Health Board (SDHB), which provides information about cases in the region, does not provide a breakdown of cases in Wānaka.

Across the Southern district there are 597 new cases and a total of 6,169 active cases.

Cases increased most significantly in Dunedin, where an additional 341 cases took the total to 4,084.

In Central Otago there are 145 active cases; 85 in Clutha; 80 in Gore; 325 in Invercargill; 145 in Southland; and 200 in Waitaki.

The SDHB reiterated the importance of getting tested only if you meet certain criteria.

“Please only get tested if you have symptoms or are a household contact of a confirmed case,” the SDHB said in a statement. 

“We need to ensure those who are symptomatic, or a household contact, get access to testing.”

Testing locations can be found on the Wellsouth website.

For any questions about Covid-19, self-isolation, or what to do if you test positive, call Healthline on 0800 358 5453.

If you are self-isolating and require welfare support such as help getting groceries, call 0800 512 337.

If you have concerns about Covid-19 symptoms, call your general practice or Healthline on 0800 358 5453 at any time. If you are very unwell or having breathing difficulties, call 111 immediately.  

“Make sure you and your family have a plan to self-isolate or care for vulnerable family members in case this is needed,” the SDHB said. “Start to have these conversations now – before you need to have them.”  

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