Nova Scotia is reporting four deaths related to COVID-19 and 33 new cases.
The deaths are:
— a man in his 80s in Western Zone
— two men in their 80s in Central Zone
— a woman in her 70s in Central Zone
This is the most deaths reported in one day since May 3 of last year when six were reported. There have now been 84 COVID-19-related deaths in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia is also reporting 48 recoveries.
There are 21 new cases in Central Zone, seven in Eastern Zone, three in Western Zone and two in Northern Zone.
One case in Central Zone is a staff member at Ocean View Continuing Care Centre in Eastern Passage. Public health is providing direction on isolation and other requirements.
There is still community spread in Central Zone and limited community spread in Sydney. Northern and Western Zones continue to be closely monitored for community spread.
“My heart is breaking for the loved ones, friends and families of the four Nova Scotians who have died,” said Premier Iain Rankin. “On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I want to offer condolences. We need to protect everyone from this virus. Please get vaccinated, tested and follow the restrictions and public health measures.”
Nova Scotia has 566 active cases of COVID-19. There are 43 people in hospital, including 18 in ICU. The median age of people hospitalized in the third wave is 53 for non-ICU, and 56 for people in ICU.
