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39 projects launched in New Brunswick to improve the lives of Canadians as they age
OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 12, 2021 /CNW/ - Canada s population is living longer than ever before, with people over the age of 65 now outnumbering those under 15 years of age. The Governments of Canada and New Brunswick are committed to addressing the needs of this growing and diverse population and to helping Canadians live well as they age.
Today, the Governments of Canada and New Brunswick announced 39 applied research projects under the Healthy Seniors Pilot Project. The projects aim to better support seniors in their homes, communities and care facilities while promoting healthy aging.
The New Brunswick government is "aiming" to devote Thursday's COVID-19 briefing to the variants, says Department of Health spokesperson Bruce Macfarlane.
New Brunswick COVID -19 Update
The person was a resident of Manoir Belle Vue, a nursing home in Edmundston.
“I would like to express my sincere condolences to this person’s loved ones,” said Health Minister Dorothy Shephard.
“On behalf of all New Brunswickers, I want to offer my sincere sympathy to the loved ones of the deceased,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health. “Know that we all grieve this heartbreaking loss with you.”
16 new cases
The four cases in Zone 1 (Moncton region) are as follows:
an individual 19 and under;
an individual 20-29; and
an individual 20-29; and