SUDBURY -- The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit reported two more COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the total to 58 cases in the health unit's coverage area since the pandemic began.
Both cases are in the Nipissing district, the health unit said in a tweet. The source of infection was close contact with a confirmed case. There are now six active cases – five in Nipissing, one in Parry Sound – with one person self-isolating in hospital.
"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.
