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BC records 46 new deaths from COVID-19, Northern Health adds 73 new cases

It was a deadly weekend when it came to COVID-19 in BC.

Over the weekend, an additional 46 people passed away from the virus bringing the death toll to 441.

BC health officials recorded 2,364 new cases over three days with 73 occurring in Northern bringing the region’s total to 845.

Our health authority currently has a record 270 active cases with 29 in hospital, 12 of which are in critical care.

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The province’s total is 33,238 with 8,855 of those cases considered active.

“This has been a challenging pandemic for all of us, with so many of the usual ways that we connect with those we care about – our families, friends and communities – paused or significantly changed as a result of COVID-19,” said Provincial Health Officer Dr Bonnie Henry.

“For the many occasions and daily life activities that we would normally do together, we must stay apart. And despite how difficult this may be, most people in B.C. are doing the right thing.

“People have followed the orders and used the important layers of protection because it is a responsibility we have to each other and our fellow citizens, and is how we show we care.

“If you are thinking that it may be okay for you to bend the rules, remember that COVID-19 is a serious, life-threatening illness.

“By choosing to make the exception for yourself, you are not only going against all that we are doing to slow this virus down and putting yourself at risk, but you are also endangering the lives of others.

“We are facing a significant storm surge, which is why, with the start of vaccine availability only a few short weeks away, it is so important for all of us to work together to keep our wall strong, to push back on COVID-19 united and together.

“Remember that you are not alone in your sacrifice; it is our collective effort that makes the difference and will see us through,” added Dr Henry.

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Here is a breakdown of the three-day total:

  • Friday to Saturday – 750
  • Saturday to Sunday – 731
  • Sunday to Monday – 596
  • 277 historical cases connected to Fraser Health dated from November 18th to 26th

This comes after the province saw record 911 infections on Friday.

Across BC, 316 people are battling the virus in the hospital, 75 of whom are in ICU.

10,139 people are under active public health monitoring and with 23,111 people recovered the recovery rate is now 69.5%.

569 people have recovered from the virus in Northern Health bring our recovery rate to 67.3%.

There are now 62 active outbreaks at long-term care or assisted living facilities with five more announced today (Monday).

Regional Breakdown 

Northern Health – 845 (+73)

Interior Health – 1,750 (+212)

Vancouver Coastal – 8,853 (+371)

Fraser – 21,070 (+1642)

Island – 629 (+58)

With files from Hartley Miller

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