October 11, 2020

Health Ministry Records 58 New COVID-19 Cases

By Newsroom

There are now 5,101 COVID-19 cases on record, as 58 new cases have been reported by the Ministry of Health.

The number of active cases now stands at 1,753, with 3,252 patients having recovered. 

Deaths remain constant at 90.

There are 1,597 patients in home isolation at this time, with 119 patients in hospital. 

Forty-six patients are spread across the State’s quarantine facilities and 37 patients 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.

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