Sixth local COVID-19 related death reported by Health Unit

The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit is reporting an individual in Nipissing as the sixth overall COVID-19 related death in the district since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020.  

"Out of respect for the individual’s family and friends, no further information will be provided," states a release from the Health Unit, Sunday afternoon.

“We are thinking of the individual’s family and friends in these most difficult times, and wish to extend our sympathies,” expresses Dr. Carol Zimbalatti, Public Health Physician. “Every person lost is one person too many. We must do our best to protect each other. Follow public health measures. Get fully vaccinated. Use good judgement in all of your activities. Make this latest shutdown the last one.”

If you think you may have COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive, first self-isolate and then use Ontario's Self-Assessment Tool to see if you need to seek testing or further care. If you need further assistance, call your health care provider or the Health Unit at 1-844-478-1404. If you have severe symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, you should call 911 and mention your symptoms if you are able.

Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect Ontarians from COVID-19.