The Ministry of Health recorded three new COVID-19 related deaths today, with the last two patients reported in the evening update pushing the overall death toll to 37. Meanwhile, 23 new cases were confirmed this evening, bringing the number of active cases to 1,506.

–   Twenty-two (22) persons tested positive in Trinidad

–   One (1) person tested positive in Tobago

All established protocols have been implemented.

Members of the public are reminded that they must adhere to the ‘New Normal’ recommendations and take the following personal health measures to protect themselves and their loved ones from COVID-19:

-Wear a mask over your nose and mouth when you go out in public

-Keep your distance from others (6 feet)

-Stay home if you are ill

-Clean then sanitize surfaces (e.g. tabletops, door knobs and cell phones)

-Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer

-Cough into a tissue or into the crook of your elbow

-Avoid touching your face

If you or a loved one develops symptoms of COVID-19, please call the hotline 877-WELL or 800-WELL (9355) for further guidance. If the person is severely ill, call the 811 (emergency hotline) or call ahead to the Accident and Emergency Department of your nearest hospital for help and go in immediately.