Nova Scotia Buzz
Nova Scotia is reporting eight new cases of COVID-19 and 13 recoveries.
Five cases reported are in Central Zone. Four are close contacts of previously reported cases and the other is under investigation.
Three cases reported are in Eastern Zone. Two are close contacts of previously reported cases and the other is under investigation.
“Nova Scotians should be proud of the work they have done to get us where we are today,” said Premier Iain Rankin.
“Although our cases continue to be in the single digits and people are following the public health measures, it is important to continue to get tested. Testing is a key part of our reopening plan as it will help to identify cases quickly before they have the chance to spread.”
Nova Scotia has 92 active cases of COVID-19. Five people are in hospital with COVID-19, including four in ICU.
“As we work our way through the reopening plan, entering Phase 2 today, it is important to remember to continue to get tested for COVID-19 and get vaccinated as soon as you can,” said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health.
“Many of our new cases are among people who are not vaccinated, or who got the virus within two weeks of their first dose, before the vaccine has taken effect.”
There is limited community spread in Central Zone. Eastern, Northern and Western Zones continue to be closely monitored for community spread.
