An investigation is under way into a coronavirus cluster in Dumfries.
Some of the locations involved are healthcare settings, with the public health department of NHS Dumfries and Galloway working with the places in question to manage the situation.
A spokesman said: “Individuals who have been identified as having close contact with a positive Covid-19 case are being contacted by the local Test and Protect Team and given appropriate advice and support.
“People attending health care settings should be assured that high standards of infection control, with additional specific measures for Covid-19, are in place.”
Three more coronavirus cases were confirmed in Dumfries and Galloway today, taking the total since the start of the month to 13.
Anyone experiencing Covid-19 symptoms should self isolate and seek testing, which is available across the region.
Tests can be booked by visiting www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-getting-tested/pages/arrange-a-test/
Anyone elgibile for testing in the NHS should follow the occupational health process.
Anyone who is concerned about symptoms can get advice at www.nhsinform.scot or by phoning NHS 24 on 111.
