Forty-two new cases are variants of concern, for a total of 158 cases. The majority 137 cases are the strain first identified in the United Kingdom, while 21 are the variant first found in South Africa. There have been eight new deaths linked to COVID-19, for a total of 1,363 fatalities connected to the virus in B.C. The province reported new outbreaks at four health-care facilities, including Glacier View Lodge, a long-term care home in Courtenay. Island Health said one staff person has tested positive for COVID-19 and is isolating, and no residents are experiencing symptoms. COVID-19 tests will be performed on staff and residents who had contact with the affected staff member.
B.C. reported 1,428 new COVID-19 cases over the weekend — including 88 in Island Health — for a total of 80,672 cases in the province since the pandemic began. There are 4,464 people with active . . .
B.C. reported 1,428 new COVID-19 cases over the weekend — including 88 in Island Health — for a total of 80,672 cases in the province since the pandemic began. There are 4,464 people with active . . .
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