Friday, May 15, 2026

Two more deaths related to COVID-19; toll at 169

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The COVID-19 death toll has reached 169, following the passing of two Barbadians this morning.

A 61-year-old woman and a 71-year-old man succumbed to the viral illness while in primary isolation at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. They were both unvaccinated.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to their family and friends. (MR/BGIS)

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