Coronavirus: Kingston prepares to receive out-of-region COVID-19 patients “This reinforces the reality of COVID-19 in our community and I urge individuals to do everything they can to prevent its spread, recognizing that many are at higher risk from the virus,” he continued.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The region currently has 53 active cases.
According to the health unit, cases have been rising steadily since the holiday season.The health unit is also urging locals to get tested if they develop symptoms, or if they have been in close contact with any positive cases.“In these stressful times, it is important that we remember that we are all in this together.