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(PLTM) - The Virgin Islands continues to see an increase in COVID-19 recoveries as active and new cases have noticeably declined in the past week.
Official information released by the Government shows that of the 69 cases recorded, 46 persons have recovered while the active cases have shifted downwards from 52 on September 7 to 22 as of this evening, September 16. Overall, the BVI has recorded one death. Minister of Health and Social Development, Hon. Carvin Malone shared earlier today that of the 69 total cases recorded – 64 were on Tortola, and five on the island of Anegada.
"The majority of persons infected with the virus were between 21 and 59 years old. Of concern is that cases have also been detected among children, teens, and older persons. Seven patients were between the ages of ten months and ten years, three were between ten and 20 years old, and three patients were over the age of 60," Hon. Malone stated.
He shared that more males than females tested positive, with 52 percent of cases recorded among males.
According to the Health Minister, the majority of cases, 81 percent, were detected through case contact and surveillance. The remaining 19 percent were among returning individuals and residents seeking health care.
"This clearly shows the efficiency and resilience of our various teams to which I have reported from time to time. Our frontline teams are of critical importance to our Territory’s success. There are specific reasons why we continue to call on each of us to do your part. We can get through this but we must do this together," the Minister stated.
According to Hon. Malone, over the past month, the BVI experienced a cluster of active cases that threatened to spread to a large number of persons if 'we didn’t act decisively'.
"In response, with the efforts of our Joint Task Force of the Royal Virgin Police Force, Her Majesty’s Customs and the Immigration Department, we have strengthened our Southwest and our Northwest borders. The illegal transit of individuals must be permanently disrupted," the Minister explained.
He added, "If you see something, say something. Through your cooperation and various public health measures, this recent outbreak, caused by these illegal activities, has now been brought under effective control.
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