There are 17 new cases of COVID-19 to report in Saskatchewan on Monday, bringing the total to 1,359 cases. The new cases are located in the North (4), Central (5), South (6) and Regina (2) regions.

Of the 17 cases reported, investigations completed thus far have found nine cases are from communal living settings across the province. In addition, one person who lives outside of Saskatchewan has tested positive in Saskatchewan. This case is counted in the person’s home province, as per guidance provided by the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Of the 1,359 reported cases, 252 are considered active. 19 total more recoveries were reported bringing that total to 1,089 people having recovered.

Fifteen people are in hospital. Nine people are receiving inpatient care; five in Saskatoon, three in the South and one in Regina. Six people are in intensive care; four in Saskatoon and two in Regina.

Learn more at https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2020/august/03/covid-19-update-august-3

Find more information on cases and risk of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan at dashboard.saskatchewan.ca/health-wellness