October 12, 2020

Two More Die From COVID-19, 15 New Cases Recorded

By Newsroom

The Ministry of Health has reported two additional COVID-19 deaths in its update for today. There are now 92 fatalities from the virus.

Meanwhile 15 new COVID-19 cases have been reported this afternoon, taking the number of confirmed cases on record to 5,116- of which 1,715 are currently active.  

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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