Nova Scotia reports potential exposure to COVID-19 in 2 Bedford stores

Nova Scotia health officials are advising residents of two potential exposures to the novel coronavirus in Bedford.

The exposures may have occurred at:

• Sobeys (961 Bedford Hwy.) on Nov. 6 between 8 – 10 p.m.
• NSLC (955 Bedford Hwy.) on Nov. 6 between 8 – 9 p.m.

“Anyone present at the location during this time is asked to monitor for symptoms of COVID-19,” says a press release.

The province says anyone exposed may develop symptoms up to and including Nov. 20.

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Nearly a dozen potential exposure locations have been identified in Halifax last week.

Nova Scotians should do a self-assessment if, in the last 48 hours, they experienced a new or worsening fever or cough.

In addition, self-assessment is advised if experiencing two or more of the following symptoms:

• Sore throat
• Runny nose
• Headache
• Shortness of breath

One new case of COVID-19 was reported on Monday. Nova Scotia has 16 active cases of the virus.

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