Nova Scotia is reporting one death related to COVID-19. A woman in her 80s in the Halifax region has died.
“On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I want to offer condolences to the family and friends mourning the loss of their loved one today,” said Premier Tim Houston. “COVID-19 is still in our province and the actions of Nova Scotians are critical right now. Please get vaccinated, stay home if you are sick and continue to follow public health protocols.”
There are 41 new cases of COVID-19 and 20 recoveries.
Twenty-nine of the cases are in HRM while 18 are under investigation.
There are signs of community spread among those in the city among those 20 to 40 who are unvaccinated and participating in social activities.
Seven cases are in Northern Zone and one is under investigation.
Three cases are in Western Zone with one under investigation.
Two cases are in Eastern Zone. Both are close contacts of previously reported cases.
“My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the woman who has passed,” said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health. “The vaccine can help prevent serious illness, hospitalization and death. I urge Nova Scotians to get both doses and keep doing all you can to protect each other.”
Nova Scotia has 147 active cases of COVID-19. Of those, 11 people are in hospital, including one in ICU.
