Nova Scotia has recorded 25 new cases of COVID-19 today and announced the death of a young man in his 30’s.
Premier Iain Rankin said following today’s cabinet meeting the death was a man from Central Zone in his 30s. The man is the youngest person to die of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia.
“My thoughts and prayers are with those who are grieving,” said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health.”
“This is the youngest Nova Scotian who has died from COVID-19 and is a stark reminder that the virus can have devastating impacts. Do your part and book your vaccine appointment if you haven’t done so already. Together we can slow the spread of the virus.”
There are 15 new cases being reported in Central Zone. Eleven of these are close contacts of previously reported cases, two are related to travel and two are under investigation.
Eight new cases reported are in Eastern Zone. Six of these cases are close contacts of previously reported cases, one is related to travel and one is under investigation.
Two cases are in Northern Zone. One of these is related to travel and the other is under investigation.