Guyana has recorded four more COVID-19 deaths, the Health Ministry reported this afternoon.
The Ministry said the latest fatalities, recorded as of Thursday, April 15, are an 81-year-old woman from Region 3 (Essequibo Islands- West Demerara), a 64-year- old man from Region 4 (Demerara-Mahaica), an 81-year-old woman from Region 6 (East Berbice- Corentyne) and a 46-year-old man from Region 4. They all died while receiving care at the ministry’s medical facility.
With the new fatalities, the total number of deaths from the pandemic is now 267.
The Ministry reminded all Guyanese to observe the protocols of the COVID-19 Emergency Measures (NO.16), which are in effect until April 30, 2021. They include: 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.
Anyone displaying any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, or in 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.
