SUDBURY -- The North Bay Parry Sound Health Unit is reporting a new COVID case, the area's 51st since the pandemic began.

The person is between 40-59 years old and contracted the disease through close contact with someone who was infected. They are from the Nipissing district and is self-isolating at home.

There are now 33 resolved cases in Nipissing, with three active cases. All 15 cases in the District of Parry Sound have been resolved.

"To get tested for COVID-19, call an assessment centre  directly to book an appointment," said information on the health unit's website.

You can also take a self-assessment to help you decide if you need a test. COVID-19 testing is currently not available at a pharmacy in the Nipissing district.

"As Ontario enters a second wave of COVID-19, our time to act is now," the health unit said.

To stay safe, the health unit recommends residents:

- Limit social interactions to household members only, both indoors and outdoors. If you live alone, you may consider having close contact with another household.

- Limit travel outside the home to attending school or work - if unable to work from home – and essential trips for groceries, medication, and medical appointments. 

- Limit exercise and recreation to outdoor spaces where physical distancing is possible.

- Avoid travel outside of our district, especially to areas with high numbers of COVID-19 cases, unless for emergencies or urgent medical appointments.