The Ministry of Health this afternoon confirmed the deaths of two senior citizens who tested positive for COVID-19, taking the total number of deaths from the pandemic in Guyana to 166.
The ministry said the latest fatalities are two men — a 70-year-old from Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) and an 85-year-old from Region 10 (Upper Demerara- Berbice). Both died while in state care.
The ministry once again urged the general public to observe the protocols of the COVID-19 Emergency Measures (No.12), which are in effect, including the need for correct and consistent use of a face mask when leaving 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.
It added that if anyone is displaying any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, or need any additional information, they can contact the COVID-19 Hotline 231-1166, 226-7480 or 624-6674 immediately or visit the ministry’s website at www.health.gov.gy.
