July 6, 2021

COVID-19 UPDATE: 250 New Cases, Four Deaths

By Newsroom

Four Covid-19 deaths reported by the Ministry of Health today has pushed the death toll from the virus over the 900 milestone at 903.

Active cases have dropped to 6,378 as the Health Ministry reported more recoveries than new infections for yet another day. 

On Tuesday 250 people contracted the virus while 285 recovered over the last 24 hours. 

 Hospital occupancy now stands at 339.

A total of 220,748 people have been vaccinated for Covid-19 with one dose, while another 123,497 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.

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