Covid Claims Fourth Death in Pugwash

Nova Scotia is reporting two more deaths from COIVID, including a man in his 60s who was a resident of the East Cumberland Lodge long-term care home in Pugwash.

Premier Tim Houston said, ”I am saddened to learn that two more Nova Scotians lost their lives because of this virus." Houston says, "We must stay vigilant as the holiday season approaches to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our province. We can do this by getting vaccinated, following public health measures and not socializing if you are sick.”

Nova Scotia also reported 59 new cases of COVID-19 and 58 recoveries since the last update on November 26.

Once again the Northern Zone  leads the list with 38 cases, while there are 21 in Central Zone. 

There is a new cluster of cases in a localized community in Northern Zone and there is also evidence of limited community spread in Halifax and parts of northern Nova Scotia.

There are no new cases at East Cumberland Lodge. A total of 32 residents and 11 staff members at the home have tested positive, and four of the infected residents have died. 

As of today, Nova Scotia has 171 active cases. Of those, 13 people are in hospital, including four in ICU.

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