COVID-19 Local News

'We’ve had some challenges with some individuals not abiding by our direction for self-isolation for cases or close contacts,' says region's top doctor

Nan Cleator was instrumental in shaping VON's COVID-19 response, which keeps front-line care providers and their clients safe

Of 24 resident cases, 17 are asymptomatic, said county official, who said the cause of the outbreak has not yet been determined

In some cases, the health unit is asking those with COVID to reach out to their own close contacts to let them know they should isolate and get tested

Nine of today's cases are seniors who have contracted the virus due to the outbreak at Simcoe Manor long-term care home

Failure to comply with a self-isolation order could mean a fine of up to $5,000 per day

'These are a lot of changes that will better prepare us for testing going into the winter months,' said OSMH official

Four million COVID tests have been completed in Ontario since the onset of the pandemic, more than all other provinces combined

The province has also confirmed seven new deaths today and reported 546 recoveries

Long-term care home in Beeton sees 22 total cases of COVID-19 so far, but is still waiting on test results for some staff and residents