Today, Nova Scotia is reporting one death related to COVID-19. A man in his 80s in Eastern Zone has died. The Province is also reporting 56 new cases of COVID-19 and 29 recoveries. Nova Scotia has 281 active cases of COVID-19. Ten people are in hospital including two in ICU.
Thirty new cases are being reported in Western Zone, 18 cases in Central Zone, seven cases in Northern Zone and one case in Eastern Zone.
“It pains me greatly to know that another family is mourning the loss of a loved one because of COVID-19,” said Premier Tim Houston. “We all need to do our part and get vaccinated, and we need to follow the rules. If we’re sick, we stay home. If we aren’t vaccinated, we respect the proof of vaccine policy and we don’t participate in activities that aren’t essential. This is how we protect ourselves and one another.”
The Province says there is community spread in Northern and Western zones. It’s mainly due to transmission from a faith-based gathering that occurred in late October. They say this includes secondary transmission to other faith-based gatherings, workplaces and to East Cumberland Lodge, a long-term care home in Pugwash.
“Thirteen more residents and one additional staff member at East Cumberland Lodge have tested positive for COVID-19. Some of these cases will be reflected in Wednesday’s case numbers.” said the Province in a release.
“A total of 17 residents and two staff members at the home have now tested positive, and one resident is in hospital. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.”
On November 8, four schools were notified of an exposure(s) at their school. A list of schools with exposures is available online.