Guyana has recorded two more deaths from the novel coronavirus, taking the total number of deaths from the pandemic now to 243.
According to the Ministry of Health, these latest fatalities are two males, one 73-year-old from Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) and another 62-year-old from Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica).
They both died on Saturday while receiving care at medical facilities.
The MOH expresses sincerest condolences to the families of the two deceased and will make every effort to provide all the necessary support during this difficult time to render any assistance needed.
The Ministry is also appealing to the general public to respect the confidentiality of the two
deceased and their families and to allow them to mourn their tragic loss in peace.
All Guyanese are reminded to observe the protocols of the COVID-19 EMERGENCY
MEASURES (NO.16), which are in effect until April 30, 2021. This order emphasises: the need for correct and consistent use of a face mask when leaving your home; the importance of maintaining the six feet physical distance from others; and the need for good hand-hygiene to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, among other things.
If anyone is displaying any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, or need any additional information, kindly contact the COVID-19 Hotline 231-1166, 226-7480 or 624-6674 IMMEDIATELY or visit us at www.health.gov.gy.
