The Ministry of Health (MOH) says that as of 7 am today, one other person who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has died.
The latest fatality is a 83 -year-old woman from Demerara/Mahaica (Region 4) who died while receiving care at the ministry’s medical facility. The test sample was collected from the deceased at the time of admission and tested positive for COVID-19 subsequently.
She is the 56th known fatality from COVID-19.
If anyone is 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 .