An outbreak is declared at the Southbridge Pinewood long term care home.
Both Southbridge Care Homes and the Thunder Bay District Health Unit making the announcement after one staff member tested positive for COVID-19.
As per provincial guidelines, the outbreak declaration for COVID-19 in a long-term care home is made when one staff or resident is found to be positive for the virus.
Officials say there’s no evidence that any spread of the virus has occurred at the facility.
A thorough assessment of the situation continues, including enhanced surveillance and testing activities and on-site inspection.
