The Health Ministry reports 529 new Covid-19 cases in its update today, pushing the number of active cases over the 10,000 mark at 10,049.

The positive cases are from samples taken between May 28th to June 3rd.

Deaths continue to rise, with 19 additional fatalities reported over the last 24 hours.

The death toll from the virus now stands at 556.

There are now 428 Covid-19 patients in hospital and another 8,947 others in self isolation.

A total of 110,110 people have been vaccinated for Covid-19 with one dose, while another 1,179 have been fully inoculated with two shots.

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 COVID19, 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.