Ontario is reporting 551 COVID-19 hospitalizations as of Sunday, as well as 182 intensive care patients. This is a drop of 62 hospitalizations and three patients in intensive care since the day before.
Authorities have reported three new deaths from COVID-19.
Provincial data shows 1,680 new infections, but chief medical officer warns true number is likely higher as access to PCR testing is restricted
Since the start of the vaccination campaign, 86% of Ontarians aged five and older have been fully vaccinated. The Ministry of Health adds that more than 7.1 million people have received a booster dose.
As of March 21, wearing a mask will no longer be mandatory in most settings in Ontario, with the exception of public transit, long-term care, retirement homes and other congregate care settings.
Other measures in schools, such as cohorts and daily on-site screening for symptoms, will also end on March 21, as will all regulatory requirements for businesses.
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