According to the Ministry of Health as of the this afternoon Thursday, 19th March, 2020 the Ministry reports the following:

Number of samples submitted to the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) for testing for COVID-19 = 155

· Number of samples which have tested positive = 9

Members of the public are also asked to take the following personal hygiene measures to protect themselves and their loved ones from COVID-19:

· Wash your hands properly with soap and water

· Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if water and soap are not available

· Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze

· Dispose of tissue immediately after using

· Cough and sneeze into the crook of your elbow if you do not have a tissue

· Avoid touching your face

· Practice social distancing (e.g. no kissing, hugging or hand-shaking, avoid mass gatherings)

· Sanitize hard surfaces (e.g. tabletops, handrails, doorknobs and trolleys) as often as possible