New Brunswick had no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday and the total number of cases remained at 116.
Of the total, 66 are travel-related, 40 are close contacts of confirmed cases, eight are the result of community transmission and two remain under investigation.
During the pandemic, 12 people have been hospitalized and seven have since been discharged.
Three of the five patients remaining in hospital are in an intensive care unit.
To date, 75 people have recovered.
“We are definitely moving in the right direction but we have not yet reached our destination,” said chief medical officer of health Dr. Jennifer Russell. “We must maintain our resolve. We cannot let up, not even for a minute. Please, continue to stay at home as much as you possibly can.”
Public health is now accepting donations of personal protective equipment from New Brunswickers.
Dr. Russell says many have reached out to her asking how they can help front line workers.
“Some have stocks of masks, gowns and medical equipment they purchased when caring for a loved one at home. Some businesses that use protective gear have inquired about donating their stock and others want to turn their hands to sewing masks or making other gear for our front line workers.”
Dr. Russell says anyone who wants to donate should contact Service New Brunswick and can do so online by clicking HERE.
