The Northwestern Health Unit has confirmed zero new positive COVID-19 test results in the region.
This comes after yesterday's (October 4, 2021) daily case update reported 17 new COVID-19 cases in the region.
The current active case count connected to the NWHU catchment area is 16.
NWHU recommends that everyone, including those who have been vaccinated, assume COVID-19 is in their community and practise preventive measures like physical distancing, wearing a mask in enclosed public spaces and when physical distancing is a challenge, good hand hygiene, and not touching their face. Anyone who has symptoms, or who has been in contact with a positive case, should self-isolate and get tested. For information about getting tested, please visit the NWHU website for instructions on how to schedule an appointment at an assessment centre.