Now six cases in Prescott-Russell residence COVID-19 outbreak

Posted by James Morgan | Oct 12, 2020 | Coronavirus, Health & Wellness, News | Hawkesbury, Ontario, Prescott-Russell

Now six cases in Prescott-Russell residence COVID-19 outbreak

Prescott and Russell Residence in Hawkesbury. Photo: James Morgan

The United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) has confirmed that as of Monday, October 12, there are six positive cases of COVID-19 within the Prescott and Russell Residence long-term care facility in Hawkesbury.

The Residence is still awaiting the results of the tests taken last Friday, as the laboratory responsible for testing has been closed for the last two days. Other updates will follow as additional information becomes available.

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