April 28, 2021

T&T Records 223 New Covid Cases, Two Additional Deaths

By Newsroom

Trinidad and Tobago has crossed the 10,000 mark for Covid-19 cases, with the Ministry of Health reporting a record high of 223 new cases in its update on Wednesday. 

The death toll has also climbed to 163, as two patients have succumbed to the virus. 

The latest figures see the number of patients in hospital at 150, with 1,259 others in home isolation. 

A total of 42,082 people have bene vaccinated to date.

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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