The Government of Nunavut is warning of a surge in cases of COVID-19 in the Qikiqtaaluk region. Iqaluit, seen here, is especially hard hit. Cases began to surge over the holidays, the Government of Nunavut’s Health Department stated. (File photo)
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Increase started over holiday season, Iqaluit especially feeling effects
Cases of COVID-19 have surged in the Qikiqtaaluk region, the Government of Nunavut Department of Health announced Wednesday. Iqaluit is especially impacted by the surge that began over the holidays, the GN stated in a news release.
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