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COVID-19: Kingston sees 117 new cases over the weekend, active infections reach record high

Paul Soucy/Global News

Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox and Addington Public Health has reported 117 new COVID-19 cases over the weekend. That brings active cases to a new record high of 336.

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There is also one new death, the 12th for the region since the beginning of the pandemic.

Of the new cases, 69 come from those between the ages of 18 and 49.

The sudden rise in cases has prompted Public Health to issue a public warning.

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“We have managed to keep schools and workplaces open; however, now we must prioritize measures to stabilize cases in the region,” said Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health.

“Moving forward, our key priorities will be immunizing vulnerable populations, especially younger individuals who are not vaccinated; continue contact tracing and case management, particularly in the school setting; strongly recommend active screening in public places and workplaces; and testing for symptoms of COVID-19.”

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The health unit has said that many of these new cases are being transmitted easily in social settings, which can cause greater severity of the disease.

They’re reminding residents to get fully vaccinated when possible, screen for symptoms daily, stay home if any symptoms are present, avoid social gatherings, and limit visits with others.

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