The Covid-19 death toll has risen to 161 as the Ministry of Health reported to new fatalities in its update this afternoon. Meanwhile an additional 151 cases have been recorded over the last 24 hours, and 53 recoveries.

Three of the new cases were reported in Tobago, where there are now 37 active cases of the virus.

In the hospitals there are 152 patients and 1,192 others in home isolation.

A total of 41,669 people have been 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.