The Ministry of Health reports three more Covid-19 deaths in its update this afternoon, taking the overall death toll to 1,658.

Meanwhile, another 147 people have tested positive for the virus, while the number of Covid patients requiring hospital care has climbed from 317 on Tuesday, to 332 today.

On the vaccination front, the number of people fully inoculated is at 592,384 while 620,231 people have received at least a first dose. 

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.