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Nova Scotia reports no new COVID-19 cases on Saturday

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One active case of the coronavirus remains in Nova Scotia, as no new cases were reported on Saturday.

The province has reported 1,087 confirmed cases of COVID-19, and 1,021 cases are considered resolved.

Health officials say one individual is currently in ICU because of the virus.

There have been 65 deaths in Nova Scotia as a result of COVID-19.

To date, 91,459 negative test results have been completed in Nova Scotia.

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The province’s health officials urge anyone currently experiencing a fever or cough to visit the 811 website to see if an assessment is needed.

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If anyone experiences two or more of the following symptoms, they should ask if an assessment is needed:

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  • sore throat
  • runny nose
  • headache
  • shortness of breath

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