Tobago records 17 active COVID-19 cases

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Tobago records 17 active COVID-19 cases

There has been no new recorded cases of the COVID-19 virus in Tobago, however, the total number of active COVID-19 cases in Tobago remains at seventeen (17).

 

The following is the clinical update for Tobago as at 15th December 2020, 10:00pm:

  • Number of new cases = 0
  • Number of discharges = 0
  • Number of samples submitted to the Tobago Regional Health Authority (TRHA) and other local sites to test for COVID-19 = 2111
  • Number of samples that tested positive for COVID-19 = 139
  • Number of active COVID-19 cases = 17
  • Number of deaths = 2

 

The public is reminded to practice all preventative and safety measures, which include:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Wear a mask over your nose and mouth when you go out in public
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with your flexed elbow, or with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
  • Avoid close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms.
  • Stay at home when you are sick and call the hotline at 800-HEAL (4325).
  • Practice physical distancing (6 feet away from persons).
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces (door handles, cell phones etc.)

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