The Ministry of Health has reported 126 new Covid-19 cases over the last 24 hours, with 108 of those cases emerging  from wihin the nation’s prison system. 

The new cases are from samples taken between November 19th to November 21st, according to the Ministry’s update on Sunday.

The latest numbers takes the overall tally to 6,450 cases, with active cases rising to 725.

In the state’s hospitals there are 14 patients, with 526 others in home isolation. 

In the state’s quarantine facilities there are 178 people, while 19 persons are in step-down facilities. 

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.

No new deaths have been reported, with fatalities remaining at 115.