COVID-19: the basics
Blackburn News has compiled the basic information about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) from Ontario’s Ministry of Health.
Coronavirus
Local COVID caseload up five
Lambton Public Health reported five new cases of COVID-19 Sunday, and seven resolved cases.
15 new COVID-19 cases recorded in London region
The number of active cases in the community is 131.
11 new COVID cases recorded in Sarnia-Lambton
Lambton Public Health reported 11 new cases of COVID-19 Saturday, and 12 resolved cases.
CK MOH continues to refute local MPP’s claims about COVID-19 vaccines
The top public health official in Chatham-Kent finds himself once again fighting vaccine misinformation after the local MPP tweeted a recent interview bashing the vaccine.
No charges yet in CK for proof of vaccination violations
There have been zero charges laid in Chatham-Kent since proof of vaccination became mandatory last month.
Messages of support help to boost morale for CK hospital staff
The top hospital executive in Chatham-Kent is painting a much different picture than what’s going on around the province when it comes to hospital protests and patient abuse.
MOH concerned about looming vaccination mandates in health system
Looming COVID vaccination mandates for Ontario healthcare workers are causing concern for Sarnia-Lambton’s top doctor.
Dr. Colby OK with lifting some restrictions
The medical officer of health in Chatham-Kent says he’s fine with bars and restaurants soon going to full capacity.
London-area records 16 new COVID-19 cases
The Middlesex London Health Unit logged 16 new infections Thursday, up from 13 the previous day.
COVID caseload up 16, five in hospital
Lambton Public Health reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 Thursday, and 11 resolved cases.
