Alarming Rise in COVID-19 Cases
The COVID19 cases have shot up to 53
The four additional cases were added to the 49 previous cases.
There have been 7 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Grand Bahama, 44 confirmed cases in New Providence, 1 confirmed case in Cat Cay, and 1 confirmed case on the island of Bimini.
The death toll remains at 8.
The newly confirmed cases are as follows:
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Case #50 is a 38 year old female of New Providence with no history of travel. This case is hospitalized.
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Case #51 is a 48 year old female of New Providence with no history of travel. This case is in home isolation.
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Case #52 is a 33 year old female of New Providence with no history of travel. This case is hospitalized.
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Case #53 is a 38 year old female of New Providence with no history of travel. This case is in home isolation.
Health officials continue to follow the condition of the other current COVID-19 positive cases.
Investigations are ongoing.
Members of the public are once again reminded to follow the Emergency Powers (COVID-19) Order announced by Prime Minister Hubert Minnis to reduce the spread of the virus, including physical distancing.