Saturday, April 18, 2026

13 more test positive for COVID

Date:

Share post:

Thirteen new cases of COVID-19, six females and seven males, were reported by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory from 1 381 tests on Tuesday, August 17.

The number of people in isolation is 127.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded since March 2020 reached 4 594 (2 237 females and 2 357 males), and the virus claimed 48 lives.

A total of 242 920 tests were conducted by the laboratory.

Public health officials administered 101 228 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, while 87 096 people received second doses.  Those who are fully vaccinated represent 32.1 per cent of the population. (BGIS)

Related articles

UWI mourns slain student, plans vigil

The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus community is holding a vigil in tribute to final-year...

Sun halo spotted

Barbadians can spot a Sun Halo in the sky today, which appears to be a rainbow encircling the...

Police searching for suspects in carjacking attack

Police are on the hunt for the men who attacked a man, struck him with a gun and stole his...

Gum Air announces fuel surcharge for flights to Guyana

PARAMARIBO – The Suriname-based Gum Air has announced a fuel surcharge of US$25 for the one-way trip to...