Nova Scotia Buzz
Nova Scotia is reporting one death related to COVID-19. A man in his 70s in Central Zone has died. The Province is also reporting 22 new cases of COVID-19 and 24 recoveries.
“I am saddened to hear about the loss of another Nova Scotian today, especially as we are nearing what is supposed to be a joyful time of year,” said Premier Tim Houston. “I offer my deepest sympathies to the family and friends grieving. Please get fully vaccinated if you haven’t done so yet and do everything you can to help make sure not one more Nova Scotian has to mourn the loss of a loved one as a result of COVID-19.”
No new cases are reported at East Cumberland Lodge, a long term care home in Pugwash. Thirty-two residents and 11 staff members at the facility have tested positive and three residents have died from the virus.
Sixteen cases are being reported today in Central Zone, five cases in Northern Zone and one case in Western Zone. The province says there is limited community spread in Halifax and northern Nova Scotia.
“Today we lost another Nova Scotian to this virus, and I offer my prayers and condolences to the family and loved ones of the man who passed,” said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s Chief Medical Officer of Health. “Each person we lose is not just a reminder that COVID-19 persists as a very real threat, but it breaks my heart to know that another family is grieving the loss of a loved one before their time.”
Yesterday, eight schools were notified of an exposure(s) at their school. A full list is available here.
