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Thousands dealing with stress of COVID-19 self-isolation, B.C. health officials say

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(File) - British Columbia'sProvincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry giving her views during a press conference. - (B.C. Government)

British Columbia health officials say the number of COVID-19 cases across the province continues to be too high.

Dr. Bonnie Henry and deputy health minister Stephen Brown say in a joint statement that thousands of residents are being forced to deal with the stress of self-isolating as a result of others not following proper COVID-19 safety precautions.

They say everyone needs to follow the proper safety guidelines to ensure businesses and communities can remain open.

B.C. announced 91 new cases on Wednesday for a total of 8,395.

There are 1,376 active cases, with 62 people in hospital and 18 in intensive care.

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