FALL RIVER: “We can’t be relaxed just because we’re safe here in Nova Scotia.”
That was the message from N.S. Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Robert Strang in responding to a question from The Laker News about Nova Scotians becoming complacent with the COVID19 measures in place.
At the COVID19 briefing on Nov. 3, Dr. Strang, said he does feel Nova Scotians are becoming a bit too relaxed as it relates to restrictions and public health measures aimed at keeping people safe.
That follows reports of more large social gatherings that exceed the limit in place as well as more people not wearing masks when they should, including when they can’t socially distance.
“I do think we are seeing some signals of people becoming complacent,” said Dr. Strang. “As the world becomes a bit more concerning around us, whether its other parts of Canada or internationally, it needs to be a strong reminder to all Nova Scotians.
“The way we keep ourselves safe is to follow all the public health restrictions and recommendations. That’s how we minimize a strong resurgence of COVID19. It’s how we keep ourselves safe.”
He urged all residents to keep up the safety measures in place.
“It’s critically important that all Nova Scotians continue to practice the things around masking, social distancing, limited social gatherings, etc.,” said Dr. Strang.
The active cases for the province as of Nov. 5 stands at 20. Most of those are travel-related and several are under investigation., There has not been any further confirmed cases because of community spread.
