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Algoma Public Health announced the regionâs first COVID-19 related death on Monday afternoon. âI am deeply saddened by this loss of life,â said APH Medical Officer of Health Jennifer Loo. âAs a supportive and compassionate community, we extend our most sincere condolences to this personâs loved ones,â she said. According to APH, out of respect for the family, no further information is being shared. For days leading up to the death, there had been one hospitalization in the district as noted on the APH website. APH said the tragic loss highlights the seriousness of this virus and commends all those who have worked to prevent COVID-19 spread in our communities.