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COVID deaths at 498 in Barbados

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A 98-year-old woman is the latest person to die as a result of COVID-19.

She passed away on Thursday, August 4, and her death has brought the COVID-19 death toll to 498.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Ian Gooding-Edghill, has extended condolences to her loved ones. (BGIS)

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