Over 500 New COVID-19 Cases in Ontario

Thursday, 12 August 2021 10:42

By Linda Morgan

A huge spike in new COVID-19 cases throughout the province today.

Officials are confirming 513 new infections.

However, there aren't any more deaths being reported.

There are 360 cases in unvaccinated people.

As well, 56 are partially immunized.

There are 116 COVID-19 patients hospitalized with the virus, and 83 ICU patients are testing positive.

As well, the province has also hit a vaccination milestone today.

Just over 20 million vaccinations have been administered.

About 81.2 percent of eligible Ontarians have one dose, and 72.5 percent are fully immunized.

More details can be found here.

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