14 New COVID-19 Cases in Niagara

Tuesday, 19 October 2021 12:17

By Linda Morgan

Fifteen patients remain in hospital with virus.

Niagara Region Public Health is reporting 14 new COVID-19 infections today.

The area's death toll remains at 434 and there are 131 active cases.

There are 15 local COVID-19 patients in hospital, and five are in the ICU.

Four of the patients are double-dosed.

The region is also confirming five active outbreaks.

Over 721,000 vaccinations have been administered to local residents.

About 76.6 percent of Niagara residents have at least one dose, and 72.9 percent have a complete series.

A full breakdown is available here.

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