16 more COVID-19 cases recorded in VI; Total jumps to 63
Hon Malone made the announcement this morning September 4, 2020, during a COVID-19 update where he also moved to clear up some statements relating to a projected figure of 1,482 virus infections in the Territory.
“This figure represented a scientific projection of what could have happened over a period of time if we had not acted swiftly to quell the outbreak,” he said.
The statements had attracted criticisms from Opposition Leader, Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) who said the statement on the undocumented cases was irresponsible and would cause fear and panic.
New cases related to existing clusters
Meanwhile, Hon Malone said the 16 new cases, however, are related in some way to existing COVID-19 clusters in the Territory, linked to families, workplace and social settings.
He encouraged persons who may be experiencing symptoms of the virus to contact the COVID-19 hotline number on 852-7650 to schedule testing.
He said to date, there have been 10 recoveries inclusive of one COVID-19 death in the Territory, with two COVID-19 patents still in hospital being treated for underlying medical issues.
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56 Responses to “16 more COVID-19 cases recorded in VI; Total jumps to 63”
It takes one spark to set a whole house ablaze.
God be with us, especially children, elderly, pregnant persons and others with health issues. Covid has no friends but God is able.
Will u remain young forever ?
How dare u speak of elders and fat ppl like Soo
In my trini voice I hope u get fat and old soon
Bigger problem is that manufactures cannot keep up with the demand soooooo VI is up the crreek..No money and no friends.
WHO meetings are held in a controlled space/environment.
“Six feet apart is better than six feet under.”
The sounds of ambulance sirens was constant in Brooklyn only months ago. People have been wearing masks and following the public health experts recommended protocols and the numbers have dropped accordingly.
People, take heed and take care of yourselves and your loved ones and neighbors. Wear a mask, properly, when in communal spaces indoors, and when social distancing isn’t possible outdoors.
“This figure represented a scientific projection of what could have happened over a period of time if we had not acted swiftly to quell the outbreak,” he said.
Then your statement was irrelevant and should not have been said!! Sounds like you didn't get or understood the facts/substance of the matter.
"...what could have happened ... if we had not ... to quell ..."
More people are on the street than when it didn’t have curfew.
To Covidiots who do no have the sense to know COVID-19 IS EVERYONE’S BUSINESS, that people should call out businesses that are open that SHOULD NOT BE OPEN, any gatherings not within the minimum number limits and that are NOT WEARING MASKS.
We must be aware of how Covid affects the vast majority of people. The above NYT article states: "up to 90 percent of people testing positive carried barely any virus" This means that the vast majority of those testing positive are not likely to be contagious. Of those that test positive how many experience covid symptoms? Keeping those with mild symptoms bedridden in an air conditioned room (COVID thrives in cool, dry air) with no sunlight may actually hinder their immune system.
Additionally we must understand the role of comorbidities in covid deaths. According to the CDC: "For 6% of the deaths, COVID-19 was the only cause mentioned. For deaths with conditions or causes in addition to COVID-19, on average, there were 2.6 additional conditions or causes per death." This was the case for our one covid death, a Filipino woman with a serious underlying medical condition was denied admission to the hospital twice. Those without serious diseases (i.e. pneumonia, hypertensive, diabetes) your chance of dying from covid is less than .0004 percent. Just focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and immune system and you will be fine.
An extremely high percentage of residents in the VI ,young and old,are comorbid.
Boss, tell me how we plan to live and manage the risk involve with this virus. This going be around for a while b.
everyone has bills to pay that's not fair mr minister.
The desperate for attention crew makes the BVI look like it’s full of imbeciles.