Dr. Theresa Tam said on Friday she's optimistic that rules like Manitoba's recent ban on almost all gatherings between households will help slow the spread of COVID-19. WATCH | Dr. Theresa Tam talks about new pandemic control measures:Dr. Theresa Tam talks about new pandemic restrictions Manitoba Video 1:19 Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's chief public health officer, says it will take some time before limits on social gatherings have an effect, but she's optimistic. This slide from the Public Health Agency of Canada shows rapid growth in Manitoba's new COVID-19 cases. (Public Health Agency of Canada)Roussin said one of the effects public health officials hope to see as a result of the new rules is a lower five-day test-positivity rate. The data released by the Public Health Agency of Canada on Friday also showed the sharp increase in Manitoba's recent hospitalizations linked to COVID-19.

Source: CBC News November 20, 2020 18:46 UTC