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Two more positive coronavirus tests received in Grey Bruce

The Grey Bruce Health Unit received two more positive lab tests Friday for COVID-19.

A woman in her 50's is self-isolating. She is a health care worker at Mapleview Nursing Home. Another woman in her 50's is also positive, but further details on that case are still pending.

There are now 17 lab-confirmed cases in the region, but six patients are recovered.

Two cases are related to COVID-19 reported in Long-Term Care facilities, while four cases are reported in Health Care Providers working in Grey Bruce.

17 negative test results were received on Friday.

The health unit says the priority is being given to the distribution of Personal Protective Equipment to Long-Term Care and Retirements Homes.

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