Guyana has recorded its 109th death, The Ministry of Health (MOH) confirmed that two more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have died.
In a statement to the media, the Ministry said that the latest fatalities are a 48-year-old man from Region One (Barima-Waini) and a 71-year-old woman from Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica). The duo died while receiving care at the Ministry’s medical facility.
The Ministry is also appealing to the public to observe the protocols of the COVID-19 EMERGENCY MEASURES (NO. 9), which are in effect until October 31st, 2020. This order emphasises the need for correct and consistent use of a face mask when leaving your home; the importance of maintaining the six feet physical distance from others; and the need for good hand-hygiene to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Persons displaying any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, or need any additional information, kindly contact the COVID-19 Hotline 231-1166, 226-7480 or 624-6674 IMMEDIATELY or visit us at www.health.gov.gy.
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