As of the morning of Friday, 20th March, 2020 the Ministry of Health reports the following:   *Number of samples submitted to the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) for testing for COVID-19 = 250 * Number of samples which have tested positive = 9 The public is also advised that the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has the only lab that is certified to test samples for COVID-19 and therefore, it is the only lab that can confirm positive or negative results of the samples. Public Health Inspectors will visit various public locations within communities where large gatherings are common (e.g. schools, supermarkets and malls) to advise key representatives on the necessary health care precautions.