Travellers who are unable to reach the Ministry of Health and Wellness via telephone or whatsapp can now do so via email.
The Ministry issued a call today for all persons who arrived in Barbados from the United Kingdom and the United States between March 15 and 22.
However, the 832-6171 number has been overwhelmed with calls and there is a constant busy tone.
The Ministry of Health and Wellness apologised to everyone who has been trying unsuccessfully to provide the information requested and advised “there is a waiting period on the telephone line due to the volume of calls. Additionally, the problems being experienced with WhatsApp are expected to be resolved by this evening”.
Information can also be submitted via [email protected].
Earlier, acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr Anton Best, said the measure is being taken so that the Ministry can establish a register of those persons and make regular contact to ensure they remain well.
The policy to quarantine all travellers entering Barbados from the United States and the United Kingdom went into effect on March 22. (BGIS/SAT)
