Nova Scotia is reporting another death related to COVID-19.
The death is connected to the seniors home in Pugwash and is a woman in her 90s with underlying medical conditions.
It’s the third death at the home (and fourth overall) which is connected to a religious gathering held at the end of October in Amherst.
“This is a very sad day and I send my sympathies to the family and loved ones of the woman who has passed, as well as everyone at East Cumberland Lodge,” said Premier Tim Houston. “I ask all Nova Scotians to do everything you can to help keep COVID-19 out of our long-term care facilities and our communities. This means getting fully vaccinated, staying home if you are sick and following public health measures.”
Meantime, our province is also reporting 27 new cases of COVID and 40 recoveries.
There are 13 cases in Central Zone, seven cases in Western Zone, six cases in Northern Zone and one case in Eastern Zone.
Another resident at East Cumberland Lodge has tested positive for the virus.
A total of 32 residents and 10 staff members at the home have tested positive since an outbreak was declared earlier this month.
“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. “It is important everyone understands Nova Scotia continues to see new cases of COVID-19 – we are not out of the woods yet. We must remain vigilant, especially to protect residents and staff at long-term care homes.”
Nova Scotia has 223 active cases of COVID-19. Of those, 15 people are in hospital, including seven in ICU.
