November 19, 2020

COVID-19 Update: 53 Cases Recorded In 24 Hours

By Newsroom

Fifty-three new Covid-19 cases recorded by the Ministry of Health on Thursday have put the national count at 6,233 cases, of which 589 are presently active.

According to the Health Ministry’s update, there are now 41 patients in hospital with 471 in home isolation. Deaths remain at 113 for another day. 

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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