Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health; photo courtesy Communications NS
Nova Scotia is reporting two new cases of COVID-19 and two recoveries.
The cases are in Eastern Zone. One is a close contact of a previously reported case and the other is under investigation.
All four health zones continue to be closely monitored for community spread.
“Asymptomatic testing will be an important part of our COVID-19 routine this summer,” said Premier Iain Rankin. “Our province continues to be a leader in asymptomatic testing, which is key to detecting cases early and preventing the spread of the virus.”
Nova Scotia has 39 active cases of COVID-19. Of those, two people are in hospital COVID-19 units, including one in ICU.
As of July 7, 1,062,418 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. Of those, 348,034 Nova Scotians have received their second dose.
“Nova Scotians can schedule their second-dose appointment 28 days after they received their first dose,” said Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health. “The sooner you are fully vaccinated, the better. Vaccine appointments are continuously being added to the website. Do your part and book the first available appointment.”
