Covid-19: 167 community cases and two deaths
There are 167 new Covid-19 cases in the community, and two people have died, the Ministry of Health said in a statement this afternoon.
A woman in her 80s died at Middlemore Hospital. "As is appropriate, no further information will be released until conversations with the woman’s family have concluded.
A man in his 90s also died in North Shore Hospital. He had been living at the Edmonton Meadows Care Home.
"The man had a number of underlying health conditions and was receiving appropriate ward-level care after being admitted earlier this month with Covid-19," the Ministry said.
"Our thoughts are with their families and friends at this deeply sad time."
The Ministry says the continued spread of Covid-19 to regions throughout New Zealand is a reminder that everyone needs to heed the advice "that will help keep our communities as safe as possible".
"That includes ensuring you and your loved ones are fully vaccinated if eligible, that you wear a mask, keep a safe distance from people outside your bubble, and keep track of your movements outside your home."
