Another Covid-19 death reported by the Health Ministry in its Saturday update has put the total number of fatalities at 128. 

Meanwhile, 25 new cases have been reported today, however the Ministry clarified that the tests are from samples taken between January 6th to 8th.

To date, Trinidad and Tobago has recorded 7,244 positive COVID-19 cases, with 272 of those presently active.

A total of 6,844 patients have recovered from the virus.

Twenty-four patients are hospitalised.

There are 12 patients in step-down facilities, 232 in state quarantine facilities and 217 in home self-isolation. 

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.