THE Ministry of Health has reported that there are currently 219 active COVID-19 cases in Guyana, following the addition of seven new cases on March 12, 2022.
The seven newly confirmed cases were recorded in Regions One, Four and Six.
Region Four recorded five new cases while Regions One and Six recorded one new case each.
The country has now recorded a total of 63,134 cases since March 2020.
Of the active cases, six persons are in the COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the National Infectious Diseases Hospital, Liliendaal; eight are in institutional isolation; 193 are in home isolation, and 12 are in institutional quarantine.
Many of the persons infected with the virus are said to be asymptomatic, that is, they are not exhibiting symptoms.
The updated COVID–19 Emergency Measures are in force until March 31, 2022. They may be extended or amended by notice of the Minister of Health, after an assessment of the prevailing public health conditions of the pandemic.
As per the current measures, all persons are required to wear face masks when leaving their homes, and physical distancing and adequate sanitisation are recommended.
Persons with symptoms of COVID-19 are asked to call the COVID-19 hotline numbers: 231-1166; 226-7480; or 180/181 for assistance.
