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    Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/8456425/n...e-dec-16-2021/


    Nova Scotia smashes daily record for COVID-19 cases with 287
    By Rebecca Lau Global News
    Posted December 16, 2021 2:23 pm
    Updated December 16, 2021 2:27 pm

    Nova Scotia is reporting 287 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday — the highest daily case count since the pandemic began.

    The previous record was set in on May 7, when 227 cases were reported, while the province was in the grips of the third wave...

    ...There are six people in hospital, including two in ICU. These numbers are unchanged from the previous day. There are no hospitalizations in Eastern Zone, where an outbreak involving the Omicron variant is centred at St. Francis Xavier University...

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      Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-...c-17-1.6289420

      Nova Scotia reports record 394 new cases of COVID-19, 7 people in hospital
      Houston announces new grant for businesses damaged by latest restrictions
      CBC News · Posted: Dec 17, 2021 8:03 AM AT | Last Updated: 21 minutes ago

      Nova Scotia announced 394 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday and said seven people are in hospital, including two in intensive care.

      The province said there 295 new cases in central zone, 54 in eastern zone, 27 in northern zone and 18 cases in western zone.

      Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said during a COVID-19 briefing the "sheer volume" of new cases is putting pressure on Public Health as it tries to keep up with tests...

      ...Atlantic Canada case numbers

      New Brunswick reported 163 new cases on Friday, a new high. The province has 1,255 active cases. There are 45 people in hospital, 14 in ICU.
      Newfoundland and Labrador reported 46 new cases on Friday. The province has 76 active cases.
      Prince Edward Island reported 31 new cases on Friday, a single-day record for the province. There are 75 active cases, P.E.I.'s highest active case count since the pandemic was declared.

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          Source: https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20211218001


          426 New Cases of COVID-19
          Health and Wellness / COVID - 19
          December 18, 2021 - 10:51 AM


          NOTE: Nova Scotia is issuing an abbreviated COVID-19 news release today and Sunday. The online dashboard will not be updated.

          Today, December 18, Nova Scotia is reporting 426 new cases of COVID-19.
          There are 296 cases in Central Zone, 70 cases in Eastern Zone, 35 cases in Northern Zone and 25 cases in Western Zone.
          Due to delays with data entry into Panorama (public health’s case management system), the number of positive cases being released today are lab results, not Panorama results. This continues to better reflect the situation on the ground.
          Because of a spike in testing and positive cases, public health is experiencing some delays in follow-up. Public health will try to contact anyone confirmed positive by the lab within 24 hours to provide information on required isolation and testing. All cases will be asked to contact their close contacts. This may be the only contact a positive case has with public health. Detailed follow-ups are being prioritized to support contact tracing in schools, long-term care, healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, shelters and other group settings.
          All close contacts, including those who are fully vaccinated, now need to isolate for 72 hours after the exposure and then get a lab-based (PCR) test. Those who are fully vaccinated can stop isolating after receiving a negative lab test. Those not fully vaccinated must continue to isolate, following the instructions for close contacts who are not fully vaccinated, found at https://www.nshealth.ca/information-...close-contacts
          It is important that anyone who tests positive with a rapid test self-isolates immediately and gets a PCR test, regardless of vaccination status. If the PCR test is negative, they can stop isolating if they have no symptoms and are fully vaccinated.
          On December 17, Nova Scotia Health Authority's labs completed 8,996 tests...




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            Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/8461754/n...e-dec-19-2021/


            COVID-19: N.S. breaks single-day record again with 476 new cases
            By Rebecca Lau Global News
            Posted December 19, 2021 9:48 am
            Updated December 19, 2021 9:49 am

            Nova Scotia has recorded another single-day, record-high number of COVID-19 cases — just one day after setting the record...

            ...Public health continues to be bogged down by the spike in testing and positive cases. Anyone confirmed positive by a lab test should be contacted within 24 hours to receive information on required testing and isolation. This contact can be through text.

            People are asked to reach out to their own close contacts. All close contacts, even those who are fully vaccinated, must isolate for 72 hours after the exposure and book a PCR test...

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              Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-...c-20-1.6292328

              Nova Scotia reports record-setting 485 new COVID-19 cases Monday
              A new outbreak was also reported at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax
              CBC News · Posted: Dec 20, 2021 3:26 PM AT | Last Updated: 23 minutes ago

              Nova Scotia is reporting 485 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, breaking yet another daily case count record.

              It is the 11th day in a row the province has announced more than 100 new infections...

              ...Nine people are now in hospital with the virus, including two in intensive care...

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                  Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-...2021-1.6293463

                  N.S. reports 522 new cases of COVID-19 Tuesday, more restrictions announced
                  9 people are in hospital including 3 in the intensive care unit, most of the cases in Halifax area
                  CBC News · Posted: Dec 21, 2021 9:21 AM AT | Last Updated: 16 minutes ago

                  Further COVID-19 restrictions are coming to Nova Scotia this week as the province continues to grapple with a significant spike in cases — including 522 new cases on Tuesday, a new all-time high.

                  "What we are asking now is probably the most difficult request we have made yet," said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health. "This is a long two years and there is a lot of disappointment about having to do this yet again in the holiday season."

                  Strang said the new restrictions, which come into effect Wednesday and will be in place until at least Jan. 12, are due to how easily the Omicron variant is spreading. The restrictions affect gathering limits for both business and personal events like weddings, funerals, sports, shops, the arts, restaurants, bars, hair salons, long-term care facilities and movie theatres.

                  Physical distancing and masking requirements will remain in effect, and the number of people allowed to gather informally in places like homes has been reduced from 20 to 10.

                  "Our goal is to slow things down," said Strang.

                  Groups of 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors can participate in sports practices and training, but spectators, games and tournaments are cancelled. The same group limits apply for arts and culture rehearsals and virtual performances...

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                      Source: https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20211222004



                      One Death, 537 New Cases of COVID-19, Hospital Outbreak

                      Health and Wellness / COVID - 19
                      December 22, 2021 - 5:09 PM


                      NOTE: The online COVID-19 dashboard will not be updated until Thursday, December 23.

                      Today, December 22, Nova Scotia is reporting one death related to COVID-19. A man in his 50s in Northern Zone has died.
                      “I am saddened to hear about the loss of another Nova Scotian, so close to what is supposed to be a joyful time of year. I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends grieving,” said Premier Tim Houston. “Now is not the time to let our guard down. This holiday season is different as we take steps to protect each other and contain the spread of this virus. Please keep gatherings small, slow down your activities and follow all the public health guidelines to keep our loved ones and communities safe.”
                      Nova Scotia is also reporting 537 new cases of COVID-19.
                      There are 434 cases in Central Zone, 36 cases in Eastern Zone, 44 cases in Northern Zone and 23 cases in Western Zone.
                      Due to delays with data entry into Panorama (public health’s case management system), the number of positive cases being released today are lab results, not Panorama results. This continues to better reflect the situation on the ground.
                      Because of a spike in testing and positive cases, public health is experiencing some delays in follow-up. Public health will try to contact anyone confirmed positive by the lab within 24 hours to provide information on required isolation and testing. All cases will be asked to contact their close contacts. This may be the only contact a positive case has with public health. Detailed follow-ups are being prioritized to support contact tracing in schools, long-term care, healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, shelters and other group settings.
                      All close contacts, including those who are fully vaccinated, now need to isolate for 72 hours after the exposure and then get a lab-based (PCR) test. Those who are fully vaccinated can stop isolating after receiving a negative lab test. Those not fully vaccinated must continue to isolate, following the instructions for close contacts who are not fully vaccinated, found at https://www.nshealth.ca/information-...close-contacts
                      It is important that anyone who tests positive with a rapid test self-isolates immediately and gets a PCR test, regardless of vaccination status. If the PCR test is negative, they can stop isolating if they have no symptoms and are fully vaccinated.
                      Further updates to Nova Scotia’s testing approach will be made soon. Information will be posted at: https://www.nshealth.ca/coronavirus
                      Hospitals, Long-term Care Facilities, Schools
                      The Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is reporting an outbreak at Dartmouth General Hospital. Fewer than five patients have tested positive for COVID-19, and all patients are being closely monitored. Infection prevention and control measures are being put in place, and NSHA is currently testing all patients and staff identified as a close contact. NSHA will provide a further update when more information is available.
                      An additional patient has tested positive at St. Martha’s Regional Hospital in Antigonish. The total number of cases is still fewer than five. As a precaution, NSHA is testing identified close contacts, and other infection prevention and control measures are being put in place. Testing will be made available for all staff and doctors on site who want to get tested.
                      There are no new cases reported at the Halifax Infirmary site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre. There have been fewer than five patients test positive, and all patients are being closely monitored and other infection prevention and control measures are being put in place.
                      An additional resident at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax has tested positive. A total of two residents and one staff member at the facility have tested positive. No one is in hospital. All staff and residents are fully vaccinated, and all eligible residents have had a booster shot. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                      An additional resident at Parkland Antigonish, a seniors’ living community, has tested positive. A total of three residents and two staff members from the retirement home have tested positive. No one is in hospital. All staff and residents are fully vaccinated. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                      There are no new cases linked to Ocean View Continuing Care Centre in Eastern Passage. A total of three staff members have tested positive. No one is in hospital. All staff and 97 per cent of residents are fully vaccinated. Eighty-six per cent of eligible residents have had a booster shot. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                      On December 21, 11 schools were notified of an exposure(s) at their school. As always, all staff, parents and guardians are notified of exposures if a positive case (student, teacher or staff) was at the school while infectious. A list of schools with exposures is available online: https://backtoschool.ednet.ns.ca/school-exposures
                      Test, Hospitalization, Vaccination Data
                      On December 21, NSHA’s labs completed 7,816 tests.
                      Ten people are in hospital, including three in ICU.
                      As of December 21, 1,750,383 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. Of those, 793,214 Nova Scotians have received their second dose, and 98,652 eligible Nova Scotians have received a third dose...





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                          689 New Cases of COVID-19, Long-Term Care Outbreak

                          Health and Wellness / COVID - 19
                          December 23, 2021 - 3:45 PM



                          Today, December 23, Nova Scotia is reporting 689 new cases of COVID-19.
                          There are 498 cases in Central Zone, 55 cases in Eastern Zone, 79 cases in Northern Zone and 57 cases in Western Zone.
                          Because of a spike in testing and positive cases, public health is experiencing some delays in follow-up. Public health will try to contact anyone confirmed positive by the lab within 24 hours to provide information on required isolation and testing. All cases will be asked to contact their close contacts. This may be the only contact a positive case has with public health. Detailed follow-ups are being prioritized to support contact tracing in schools, long-term care, healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, shelters and other group settings.
                          Information about testing, self-isolation and case management is at: https://www.nshealth.ca/coronavirus
                          Long-term Care Facilities, Hospitals, Schools
                          The Province is reporting an outbreak at Roseway Manor in Shelburne. Two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. Neither is in hospital or has had contact with residents. All staff are fully vaccinated, and 98 per cent of residents are fully vaccinated and have had a booster shot. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                          There are no new cases reported at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax. A total of two residents and one staff member at the facility have tested positive. No one is in hospital. All staff and residents are fully vaccinated, and most eligible residents have had a booster shot. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                          There are no new cases at Parkland Antigonish, a seniors’ living community. A total of three residents and two staff members from the retirement home have tested positive. No one is in hospital. All staff and residents are fully vaccinated. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                          There are no new cases reported at Dartmouth General Hospital. There have been fewer than five patients test positive, and all patients are being closely monitored and infection prevention and control measures are being put in place. Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is currently testing all patients and staff identified as a close contact.
                          There are no new cases reported at St. Martha’s Regional Hospital in Antigonish. The total number of cases is still fewer than five. As a precaution, NSHA is testing identified close contacts, and other infection prevention and control measures are being put in place. Testing will be made available for all staff and doctors on site who want to get tested.
                          There are no new cases reported at the Halifax Infirmary site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre. There have been fewer than five patients test positive, and all patients are being closely monitored and other infection prevention and control measures are being put in place.
                          On December 22, 11 schools were notified of an exposure(s) at their school. As always, all staff, parents and guardians are notified of exposures if a positive case (student, teacher or staff) was at the school while infectious. A list of schools with exposures is available online: https://backtoschool.ednet.ns.ca/school-exposures
                          Active Cases, Hospitalization, Tests, Vaccination Data
                          As of today, there are an estimated 3,844 active cases of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia. Of those, 14 people are in hospital, including four in ICU.
                          On December 22, NSHA’s labs completed 8,181 tests.
                          As of December 22, 1,758,286 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. Of those, 793,489 Nova Scotians have received their second dose, and 105,019 eligible Nova Scotians have received a third dose.




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                              Source: https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20211224003



                              611 New Cases of COVID-19, State of Emergency Renewed

                              Health and Wellness / COVID - 19
                              December 24, 2021 - 1:39 PM


                              NOTE: Nova Scotia is not issuing a COVID-19 news release on Christmas Day. Abbreviated COVID-19 news releases will be issued on December 26, 27 and 28. The online dashboard will not be updated until Wednesday, December 29.

                              Today, December 24, Nova Scotia is reporting 611 new cases of COVID-19.
                              There are 393 cases in Central Zone, 60 cases in Eastern Zone, 59 cases in Northern Zone and 99 cases in Western Zone.
                              Because of a spike in testing and positive cases, public health is experiencing some delays in follow-up. All cases will be asked to contact their close contacts. This may be the only contact a positive case has with public health. Detailed follow-ups are being prioritized to support contact tracing in schools, long-term care, healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, shelters and other group settings.
                              Information about testing, self-isolation and case management is available at: https://www.nshealth.ca/coronavirus
                              Long-term Care Facilities, Hospitals, Schools
                              There is one new case reported at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax. A total of two residents and two staff members at the facility have tested positive. No one is in hospital. All staff and residents are fully vaccinated, and most eligible residents have had a booster shot. Public health is working with the facility to prevent further spread. Increased public health measures and restrictions are in place.
                              There are no changes in current hospital outbreaks.
                              On December 23, 11 schools were notified of an exposure(s) at their school. As always, all staff, parents and guardians are notified of exposures if a positive case (student, teacher or staff) was at the school while infectious. A list of schools with exposures is available online: https://backtoschool.ednet.ns.ca/school-exposures
                              Active Cases, Hospitalization, Tests, Vaccination Data
                              As of today, there are an estimated 4,266 active cases of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia. Of those, 15 people are in hospital, including four in ICU.
                              On December 23, NSHA’s labs completed 8,897 tests.
                              There were 125,529 rapid tests administered between December 17 and 23. This includes 8,848 rapid tests at the pop-up sites in Halifax and surrounding communities and 116,681 through the workplace screening program. Another 134,304 home rapid tests were distributed at the pop-up sites.
                              As of December 23, 1,763,416 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. Of those, 793,666 Nova Scotians have received their second dose, and 109,333 eligible Nova Scotians have received a third dose.
                              The Province is renewing the state of emergency to protect the health and safety of Nova Scotians and ensure safety measures and other important actions can continue. The order will take effect at noon, Sunday, December 26, and extend to noon, Sunday, January 9, 2022, unless the government terminates or extends it...




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