KFLA Public Health reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the active case count in the region up to 32.
The latest cases involve five females age 18-29, close contact, a make in his 40s, close contact and a male age 18-29, travel related.
Three previous cases were resolved.
In light of several cases stemming from close contact, KFLA Public Health issued the following the press release:
Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health at KFL&A Public Health confirms an increase in COVID-19 positive cases in young adults in the downtown core. All individuals that are experiencing symptoms should get tested for COVID-19. Additionally, unimmunized, or partially immunized individuals who have attended large gatherings in the university district should get tested, even if they don’t have symptoms.
KFL&A Public Health’s investigations have revealed transmission is occurring during close, unprotected contact between individuals in social settings (including large gatherings) where physical distancing is limited, and face coverings are not being worn. The COVID-19 cases are rising quickly as they are being driven by the Delta COVID-19 variant, which is transmitted easily in social settings, can cause greater severity of disease, and impacts younger individuals who are not vaccinated.
“With the highly contagious nature of COVID-19 Delta variant, we urge young adults to act in a responsible and conscientious way by avoiding large gatherings and protecting others in our community by getting tested for COVID-19.” said Dr. Hugh Guan, Acting Medical Officer of Health of KFL&A Public Health.
Under the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health, all Ontarians are asked to:
• Get fully vaccinated.
• Avoid social gatherings, visiting others, or having others visit you and stay overnight.
• Stay 2 metres apart from people you do not live with and wear a mask or face covering in indoor public spaces or any time physical distancing is not possible.
• If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 — stay home, isolate, and get tested early.
The COVID-19 assessment centre at the Beechgrove Complex at 51 Heakes Lane, Kingston. COVID-19 testing appointments are available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
To learn more about COVID-19, how you can protect yourself and what to do if you suspect you may be at risk, visit kflaph.ca/Coronavirus or visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect Ontarians from COVID-19.