Two new COVID-19 cases in Tobago, 23 active in total

Two new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in Tobago, bringing the total number of active COVID-19 cases on the Island to twenty-three (23).

The following is the clinical update for Tobago as at 13thApril 2021, 10:00pm:

• Number of new cases = 2

• Number of active COVID-19 cases = 23

• Number of discharges = 0

• Number of samples submitted to the Tobago Regional Health Authority (TRHA) and other local sites to test for COVID-19 = 3758

• Number of samples that tested positive for COVID-19 = 185

• Overall 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.)