Seventeen more people have succumbed to Covid-19 over the last 24 hours, pushing T&T’s death toll from the virus over the 600 mark at 616.

The Ministry of Health has also reported 454 new cases and 401 recoveries, putting the active case load at 9,869.

There are 454 Covid-19 patients remaining in hospital.

A total of 136,597 people have been vaccinated for Covid-19 with one dose, while another 5,896 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.