COVID-19-related deaths since the pandemic began.Health officials said Monday that seven more people had lost their lives to the disease.
Some were long-term care residents, while others died in hospital.A total of 17 people have now died of COVID-19 in the Interior Health region.“Today is our most tragic report since the beginning of this devastating pandemic,” Susan Brown, president and CEO of the health authority, said.
Interior Health ramps up testing for COVID-19 in Penticton, B.C. “In each case, I share sincere condolences to their loved ones and caregivers.