Health officials announce 204 new coronavirus cases in Ontario

The province confirmed 204 additional cases of coronavirus in Ontario Sunday — a slight decrease from the day prior, for a total of 44,504 cases.

One additional death was also announced, bringing the total number of deaths to 2,815.

39 people are currently hospitalized, and 14 are in intensive care.

According to Health Minister Christine Elliot, 64% of new cases are in people under the age of 40.

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In addition, 27 public health units are reporting five or fewer cases, with 16 reporting no new cases. Toronto is reporting 63 cases with 47 in Ottawa and 35 in Peel.

Today, Ontario is reporting 204 cases of #COVID19 as over 31,000 tests were completed. Locally, 27 public health units are reporting five or fewer cases, with 16 reporting no new cases. Toronto is reporting 63 cases with 47 in Ottawa and 35 in Peel.

— Christine Elliott (@celliottability) September 13, 2020

Over 31,000 tests were completed from the previous day.

There has been a total of 44,504 coronavirus cases to date, with 39,841 resolved and 2,815 reported deaths.