APR 5, 2022 

Barbados recorded 432 new COVID-19 cases, 186 males and 246 females, from the 1,715 tests conducted on Monday, April 4, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 93 persons under the age of 18, and 339 who were 18 years and older. There were 72 people in isolation facilities, while 1,826 were in home isolation. As at April 4, there were 375 COVID-19 related deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 617,920 tests since February 2020, and recorded 60,592 COVID-19 cases (28,041 males and 32,551 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,225 (70.6 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,309 (55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, April 3 – 222 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 APRIL 4, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 222 new COVID-19 cases, 101 males and 121 females, from the 884 tests carried out on Sunday, April 3.

The cases consisted of 50 persons under the age of 18, and 172 who were 18 years and older. There were 69 people in isolation facilities, while 1,738 were in home isolation. As at April 3, there were 375 COVID-19 related deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 616,205 tests since February 2020, and recorded 60,160 COVID-19 cases (27,855 males and 32,305 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,196 (70.6 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,276 (55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, April 2 – 204 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 APR 3, 2022 

A total of 204 people (91 males and 113 females) were identified as COVID-19 positive from the 960 tests conducted on Saturday, April 2, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 55 persons under the age of 18, and 149 who were 18 years and older.

There were 68 people in isolation facilities, while 1,421 were in home isolation.

As at April 2, there were 375 COVID-19 related deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 615,321 tests since February 2020, and recorded 59,938 COVID-19 cases (27,754 males and 32,184 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,190 (70.6 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,254 (66,185 males and 85,069 females) – 55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.2 per cent of the eligible population.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, April 1 – 239 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

APR 2, 2022 

Barbados recorded 239 new COVID-19 cases, 101 males and 138 females, on Friday, April 1, from the 1,039 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 62 persons under the age of 18, and 177 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 66, while1,209 were in home isolation. As at April 1 the virus had claimed 375 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 614,361 tests since February 2020, and recorded 59,734 COVID-19 cases (27,663 males and 32,071 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,179 (70.6 per cent of the eligible population).   The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,234 (55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, March 31 – 223 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 APR 1, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 223 new COVID-19 cases (94 males and 129 females) from the 1,040 tests carried out on Thursday, March 31.

Of the positive cases, 39 persons were under the age of 18, and 184 were 18 years and older. A total of 63 people were in isolation facilities, while 1,421 were in home isolation.

A 66-year-old fully vaccinated man died from the virus on Wednesday, March 30. As at March 31, there were 375 COVID-19 related deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 613,322 tests since February 2020, and recorded 59,495 COVID-19 cases (27,562 males and 31,933 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,123 (70.5 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,166 (55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, March 30 – 192 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 31, 2022

A total of 192 new COVID-19 cases, 85 males and 107 females, were identified from the 1,013 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Wednesday, March 30.

The cases comprised 37 persons under the age of 18, and 155 who were 18 years and older. There were 56 people in isolation facilities, while 1,249 were in home isolation. As at March 30, the virus had claimed 374 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 612,282 tests since February 2020, and recorded 59,272 COVID-19 cases (27,468 males and 31,804 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,114 (70.5 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,139 (55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, March 29 – 218 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 30, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 218 new COVID-19 cases (106 males and 112 females) from the 1,043 tests conducted on Tuesday, March 29.

The positive cases consisted of 45 persons under the age of 18, and 173 who were 18 years and older. A total of 47 people were in isolation facilities, while 1,175 were in home isolation.

There were 43 COVID-19 related community deaths in the last six months.  As at March 29, the number of deaths from the virus stood at 374.

The public health laboratory has carried out 611,269 tests since February 2020, and recorded 59,080 COVID-19 cases (27,383 males and 31,697 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,089 (70.5 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,097 (55.8 per cent of the total population or 66.2 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, March 28 – 228 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 29, 2022 

There were 228 new COVID-19 cases, 107 males and 121 females, recorded on Monday, March 28, from the 1,056 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 43 persons under the age of 18, and 185 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 47, while 958 were in home isolation. As at March 28, the virus had claimed 331 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 610,226 tests since February 2020, and recorded 58,862 COVID-19 cases (27,277 males and 31,585 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,076 (70.5 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,069 (55.7 per cent of the total population or 66.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, March 27 – 102 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 28, 2022 

Barbados recorded 102 new COVID-19 cases (47 males and 55 females) from the 571 tests conducted on Sunday, March 27, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the positive cases, 17 persons were under the age of 18, and 85 were 18 years and older. A total of 47 people were in isolation facilities, while 826 were in home isolation.

An 88-year-old fully vaccinated man passed away from the virus on Sunday. As at March 27, there were 331 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 609,170 tests since February 2020, and recorded 58,634 COVID-19 cases (27,170 males and 31,464 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,060 (70.5 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,034 (55.7 per cent of the total population or 66.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, March 26 – 139 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 27, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 139 new COVID-19 cases, 63 males and 76 females, from the 754 tests carried out on Saturday, March 26.

The cases comprised 28 persons under the age of 18, and 111 who were 18 years and older.

The number of people in isolation facilities was 47, while 922 were in home isolation.

As at March 26, there were 330 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 608,599 tests since February 2020, and recorded 58,532 COVID-19 cases (27,123 males and 31,409 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 161,047 (70.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 151,004 (66,063 males and 84,941 females) – 55.7 per cent of the total population or 66.1 per cent of the eligible population.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, March 25 – 123 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 26, 2022 

A total of 123 new COVID-19 cases (54 males and 69 females) were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Friday, March 25, from the 883 tests conducted.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, March 24 – 142 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 25, 2022

A total of 142 people, 70 males and 72 females, tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, March 24, from the 844 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.        

The cases comprised 26 persons under the age of 18, and 116 who were 18 years and older. There were 45 people in isolation facilities, while 881 were in home isolation. An 80-year-old unvaccinated woman died from the virus on Wednesday, March 23. As at March 24, the number of COVID-19 casualties stood at 330.

The public health laboratory has carried out 606,962 tests since February 2020, and recorded 58,270 COVID-19 cases (27,006 males and 31,264 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,890 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,816 (55.6 per cent of the total population or 66 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, March 23 – 110 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 24, 2022

There were 110 new COVID-19 cases, 46 males and 64 females, recorded on Wednesday, March 23, from the 723 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.        

Of the positive cases, 20 persons were under the age of 18, and 90 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 46, while 856 were in home isolation. As at March 23, there were 329 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 606,118 tests since February 2020, and recorded 58,128 COVID-19 cases (26,936 males and 31,192 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,869 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,788 (55.6 per cent of the total population or 66 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, March 22 – 115 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 23, 2022 

Barbados recorded 115 new COVID-19 cases – 49 males and 66 females – on Tuesday, March 22, from the 806 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 18 persons under the age of 18, and 97 who were 18 years and older. There were 50 people in isolation facilities, while 862 were in home isolation. As at March 22, the virus had claimed 329 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 605,395 tests since February 2020, and recorded 58,018 COVID-19 cases (26,890 males and 31,128 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,832 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,743 (55.6 per cent of the total population or 66 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, March 21 – 103 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 22, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 103 new COVID-19 cases (42 males and 61 females) from the 938 tests conducted on Monday, March 21.

Of the positive cases, 16 persons were under the age of 18, and 87 were 18 years and older. There were 47 people in isolation facilities, while 860 were in home isolation. As at March 21, a total of 329 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 604,589 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,903 COVID-19 cases (26,841 males and 31,062 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,809 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,699 (55.6 per cent of the total population or 66 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, March 20 – 67 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 21, 2022

A total of 67 people (32 males and 35 females) tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, March 20, from the 541 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 14 persons under the age of 18, and 53 who were 18 years and older. There were 48 people in isolation facilities, while 907 were in home isolation.

Two women, aged 55 and 60, succumbed to the virus on Sunday. They were both unvaccinated. As at March 20, the viral illness had claimed 329 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 603,651 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,800 COVID-19 cases (26,799 males and 31,001 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,800 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,682 (55.6 per cent of the total population or 66 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, March 19 – 73 Cases and No Death Recorded.

Sunday, March 20 —— Barbados has recorded two more COVID-19 deaths. 

On Sunday, March 20, two Barbadian females, one a 55-year-old and the other a 60-year-old passed away from COVID-19. They were both unvaccinated.

This brings the total number of deaths related to COVID-19 in Barbados to 329. Minister of Health and Wellness, Ian Gooding-Edghill, has extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, March 18 – 112 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 19, 2022 

A total of 112 new COVID-19 cases (50 males and 62 females) were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory, on Friday, March 18, from the 755 tests conducted.

There were 18 persons under the age of 18, and 94 who were 18 years and older. In isolation facilities, there were 50 persons, and in home isolation, 1,158. One death was recorded – an 87-year-old unvaccinated female – bringing the number of deaths as a result of the viral illness to 327.

The public health laboratory has carried out 602,521 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,660 COVID-19 cases – 26,730 males and 30,930 females.  Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,780 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 150,645 (55.6 per cent or 70.0 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, March 17 – 97 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 18, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 97 new COVID-19 cases (46 females and 51 males) from the 713 tests conducted on Thursday, March 17.

Of the positive cases, 15 persons were under the age of 18, and 82 were 18 years and older. There were 51 people in isolation facilities, while 1,068 were in home isolation. As at March 17, the viral illness had claimed the lives of 326 people.

The public health laboratory has carried out 601,766 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,548 COVID-19 cases (26,680 males and 30,868 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,761 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,580 (55.6 per cent of the total population or 65.9 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, March 16 – 103 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 17, 2022 

Barbados recorded 103 new COVID-19 cases, 47 males and 56 females, from the 725 tests carried out on Wednesday, March 16, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 18 persons under the age of 18, and 85 who were 18 years and older. There were 49 people in isolation facilities, while 997 were in home isolation. As at March 16, a total of 326 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 601,053 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,451 COVID-19 cases (26,629 males and 30,822 females).  

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,736 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,525 (55.5 per cent of the total population or 65.9 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, March 15 – 118 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 16, 2022

There were 118 new COVID-19 cases (58 females and 60 males) recorded on Tuesday, March 15, from the 949 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 26 persons under the age of 18, and 92 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 45, while 1,085 were in home isolation. As at March 15, the virus had claimed 326 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 600,328 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,348 COVID-19 cases (26,582 males and 30,766 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,703 (70.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,471 (55.5 per cent of the total population or 65.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, March 14 – 128 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 15, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 128 new COVID-19 cases, 53 males and 75 females, from the 1,005 tests conducted on Monday, March 14.

Of the positive cases, 30 persons were under the age of 18, and 98 were 18 years and older. There were 46 people in isolation facilities, while 1,008 were in home isolation. As at March 14, the number of deaths from the virus was 326.

The public health laboratory has carried out 599,379 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,230 COVID-19 cases (26,522 males and 30,708 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,671 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,419 (55.5 per cent of the total population or 65.9 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, March 13 – 79 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 14, 2022 

A total of 79 new COVID-19 cases (39 males and 40 females) were recorded on Sunday, March 13, from the 611 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 20 persons under the age of 18, and 59 who were 18 years and older. There were 48 people in isolation facilities, while 1,307 were in home isolation. A 77-year-old unvaccinated woman died from the virus on Sunday. As at March 13, the viral illness had claimed 326 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 598,374 tests since February 2020, and recorded 57,102 COVID-19 cases (26,469 males and 30,633 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,650 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,377 (55.5 per cent of the total population or 65.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, March 12 – 101 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 13, 2022 

As of Saturday, March 12, 101 persons tested positive for COVID-19 from the 734 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  Of the 101 persons, 43 were males and 58 were females.

From the new cases, 20 individuals were under the age of 18, and 81 were 18 years and older.  There were 45 persons in isolation facilities, and 1,105 in home isolation.

An unvaccinated Barbadian male aged 87 succumbed to the virus on Saturday, March 12, bringing the total number of COVID-19 deaths to 325.

The public health laboratory has carried out 597,763 tests since February 2020 and recorded 57,023 cases (26,430 males and 30,593 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,629 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,337 (55.5 percent of the total population or 65.8 percent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, March 11 – 117 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 12, 2022 

There were 117 new COVID-19 cases, 47 males and 70 females, recorded from the 907 tests conducted on Friday, March 11, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the positive cases, 28 persons were under the age of 18, and 89 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 48, while 1,285 were in home isolation.

A 53-year-old unvaccinated male died from the viral illness on Friday.  As at March 11, a total of 324 lives had been lost to COVID-19.

The public health laboratory has carried out 597,029 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,922 COVID-19 cases (26,387 males and 30,535 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,577 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,271 (55.4 per cent of the total population or 65.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, March 10 – 126 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 11, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 126 new COVID-19 cases (50 males and 76 females) from the 771 tests conducted on Thursday, March 10.

Of the positive cases, 29 persons were under the age of 18, and 97 were 18 years and older. There were 48 people in isolation facilities, while 1,178 were in home isolation. As at March 10, the virus had claimed 323 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 596,122 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,805 COVID-19 cases (26,340 males and 30,465 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,570 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,255 (55.4 per cent of the total population or 65.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, March 9 – 128 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 10, 2022

A total of 128 people (52 males and 76 females) tested positive for COVID-19 from the 1,057 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Wednesday, March 9.

The cases comprised 30 persons under the age of 18, and 98 who were 18 years and older. There were 49 people in isolation facilities, while 1,214 were in home isolation. As at March 9, the virus had claimed 323 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 595,351 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,679 COVID-19 cases (26,290 males and 30,389 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,552 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,220 (55.4 per cent of the total population or 65.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, March 8 – 175 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 9, 2022 

There were 175 new COVID-19 cases, 77 males and 98 females, recorded from the 1,056 tests conducted on Tuesday, March 8, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the positive cases, 44 persons were under the age of 18, and 131 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 55, while 1,462 were in home isolation. As at March 8, a total of 323 lives had been lost to COVID-19.

The public health laboratory has carried out 594,294 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,551 COVID-19 cases (26,238 males and 30,313 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,525 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,127 (55.4 per cent of the total population or 65.7 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, March 7 – 156 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 MAR 8, 2022

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 156 new COVID-19 cases (66 males and 90 females) from the 1,016 tests carried out on Monday, March 7.Health Laboratory

The cases comprised 46 persons under the age of 18, and 110 who were 18 years and older. There were 48 people in isolation facilities, while 1,320 were in home isolation. A 97-year-old unvaccinated man died from the virus on Monday. As at March 7, the virus had claimed 323 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 593,238 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,376 COVID-19 cases (26,161 males and 30,215 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,503 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,066 (55.4 per cent of the total population or 65.7 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, March 6 – 96 Cases and Three Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 7, 2022 

Barbados recorded 96 new COVID-19 cases, 41 males and 55 females, from the 692 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Sunday, March 6.

The positive cases consisted of 23 persons under the age of 18, and 73 who were 18 years and older. There were 47 people in isolation facilities, while 1,384 were in home isolation.

Two women, aged 78 and 96, who were both unvaccinated, and an 89-year-old vaccinated man succumbed to the virus on Sunday. As at March 6, the virus had claimed 322 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 592,222 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,220 COVID-19 cases (26,095 males and 30,125 females).  

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,485 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 150,017 (55.4 per cent of the total population or 65.7 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday March 5 – 110 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 6, 2022 

A total of 111 new COVID-19 cases (53 males and 58 females) were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Saturday March, 5 from the 830 tests conducted.

The positive cases consist of 25 persons under the age of 18, and 86 who are 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 49, while 1,645 were in home isolation.

The number of deaths from the viral illness stands at 319.

The public health laboratory has carried out 591, 530 tests since February 2020 and recorded 56, 124 (26,054 males and 30,070 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,470 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is149, 972 (55.3 per cent of the total population or 65.7 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, March 4 – 150 Cases and Three Deaths Recorded.

 MAR 5, 2022 

A total of 150 people, 69 males and 81 females, were identified as COVID-19 positive from the 997 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Friday, March 4.

The cases comprised 28 persons under the age of 18, and 122 who were 18 years and older.

There were 53 people in isolation facilities, while 1,518 were in home isolation.

Three people died from the viral illness; a 32-year-old vaccinated man; an 80-year-old unvaccinated woman and an 84-year-old unvaccinated man.

As at March 4, the virus had claimed 319 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 590,700 tests since February 2020, and recorded 56,013 COVID-19 cases (26,001 males and 30,012 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,450 (70.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,913 (55.3 per cent of the total population or 65.6 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, March 3 – 158 Cases and No Death Recorded.

 MAR 4, 2022 

There were 158 new COVID-19 cases, 67 males and 91 females, recorded from the 921 tests conducted on Thursday, March 3, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the positive cases, 33 persons were under the age of 18, and 125 were 18 years and older. People in isolation facilities numbered 60, while 1,618 were in home isolation. As at March 3, a total of 316 people had succumbed to the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 589,703 tests since February 2020, and recorded 55,863 COVID-19 cases (25,932 males and 29,931 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,340 (70.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,796 (55.3 per cent of the total population or 65.6 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, March 2 – 162 Cases and No Death Recorded.

 MAR 3, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 162 new COVID-19 cases (77 males and 85 females) from the 1,005 tests conducted on Wednesday, March 2.

The cases comprised 29 persons under the age of 18, and 133 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 59, while 1,686 were in home isolation. As at March 2, there were 316 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 588,782 tests since February 2020, and recorded 55,705 COVID-19 cases (25,865 males and 29,840 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,288 (70.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,692 (55.2 per cent of the total population or 65.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, March 1 – 158 Cases and No Death Recorded.

 MAR 2, 2022 

Barbados recorded 158 new COVID-19 cases, 63 males and 95 females, from the 937 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Tuesday, March 1.

The positive cases consisted of 41 persons under the age of 18, and 117 who were 18 years and older. There were 56 people in isolation facilities, while 1,550 were in home isolation. As at March 1, the virus had claimed 316 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 587,777 tests since February 2020, and recorded 55,543 COVID-19 cases (25,788 males and 29,755 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,188 (70.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,539 (55.2 per cent of the total population or 65.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, February 28 – 220 Cases and No Death Recorded.

MAR 1, 2022 

A total of 220 people, 105 males and 115 females, were diagnosed with COVID-19 on Monday, February 28, from the 1,265 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 43 persons under the age of 18, and 177 who were 18 years and older. There were 57 people in isolation facilities, while 1,588 were in home isolation. As at February 28, the virus had claimed 316 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 586,840 tests since February 2020, and recorded 55,385 COVID-19 cases (25,725 males and 29,660 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,114 (70.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,448 (55.1 per cent of the total population or 65.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, February 27 – 134 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 FEB 28, 2022

There were 134 new COVID-19 cases, 61 males and 73 females, recorded on Sunday, February 27, from the 819 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the positive cases, 29 persons were under the age of 18, while 105 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 67, and 1,918 were in home isolation.

A 47-year-old unvaccinated man died from the virus on Sunday. As at February 27, a total of 316 people had succumbed to the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 585,575 tests since February 2020, and recorded 55,165 COVID-19 cases (25,620 males and 29,545 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,091 (70.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,406 (55.1 per cent of the total population or 65.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, February 26 – 129 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 27, 2022

A total of 129 new COVID-19 cases (64 females and 65 males) were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory, on Saturday, February 26, from the 1,029 tests conducted.

There were 15 persons under the age of 18, and 114 who were 18 years and older.

In isolation facilities, there were 73 persons, and in home isolation, 2,411.

Two deaths were recorded – a 68-year-old vaccinated female and an 87-year-old unvaccinated male.  The number of deaths as a result of the viral illness now stands at 315.

The public health laboratory has carried out 584,756 tests since February 2020, and recorded 55,031 COVID-19 cases – 25,559 males and 29,472 females. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,064 (70.1 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 149,343 (55.1 per cent or 65.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, February 25 – 171 Cases and One Death Recorded.

FEB 26, 2022 

As of Friday, February 25, 171 persons tested positive for COVID-19 from the 1,107 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  Of the 171 persons, 87 were males and 84 were females.

From the new cases, 30 individuals were under the age of 18, and 141 were 18 years and older. There were 74 persons in isolation facilities, and 2,262 in home isolation.

One Barbadian male, aged 73, succumbed to the virus on Friday, February 25, bringing the total number of COVID-19 deaths to 313.

The public health laboratory has carried out 583,727 tests since February 2020, and recorded 54,902 cases (25,494 males and 29,408 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 160,024 (70.1 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,281 (55.1 percent of the total population, or 65.4 percent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, February 24 – 195 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 25, 2022 

The Best-Dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 195 new COVID-19 cases (83 males and 112 females) from the 1,263 tests carried out on Thursday, February 24.

The cases comprised 42 persons under the age of 18, and 153 who were 18 years and older. There were 95 people in isolation facilities, and 2,123 in home isolation. As at February 24, the virus had claimed 312 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 582,620 tests since February 2020, and recorded 54,731 COVID-19 cases (25,407 males and 29,324 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,990 (70.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,234 (55.1 per cent of the total population or 65.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, February 23 – 192 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 FEB 24, 2022

A total of 192 COVID-19 cases (82 males and 110 females) were identified from the 1,259 tests conducted by the Best-Dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Wednesday, February 23.

Of the positive cases, 31 persons were under the age of 18, and 161 were 18 years and older. There were 97 people in isolation facilities, and 2,323 in home isolation.

A 92-year-old fully vaccinated woman died from the viral illness. As at February 23, the number of deaths from COVID-19 was 312.

The public health laboratory has carried out 581,357 tests since February 2020, and recorded 54,536 COVID-19 cases (25,324 males and 29,212 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,958 (70 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,167 (55 per cent of the total population or 65.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, February 22 – 238 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 23, 2022 

There were 238 new COVID-19 cases, 110 males and 128 females, recorded on Tuesday, February 22, from the 1,181 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 49 persons under the age of 18, and 189 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 97, and 2,601 were in home isolation. As at February 22, a total of 311 lives had been lost to COVID-19.

The public health laboratory has carried out 580,098 tests since February 2020, and recorded 54,344 COVID-19 cases (25,242 males and 29,102 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,920 (70 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 149,071 (55 per cent of the total population or 65.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, February 21 – 222 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 22, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 222 new COVID-19 cases (106 males and 116 females) from the 1,315 tests conducted on Monday, February 21.

Of the positive cases, 35 persons were under the age of 18, and 187 were 18 years and older. There were 99 people in isolation facilities, and 3,116 in home isolation. As at February 21, the number of deaths from COVID-19 was 311.

The public health laboratory has carried out 578,917 tests since February 2020, and recorded 54,106 COVID-19 cases (25,132 males and 28,974 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,869 (70 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,993 (55 per cent of the total population or 65.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, February 20 – 186 Cases and 1 Death.

 FEB 21, 2022 

A total of 186 new COVID-19 cases, 85 males and 101 females, were recorded on Sunday, February 20, from the 947 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 46 persons under the age of 18, and 140 who were 18 years and older. There were 96 people in isolation facilities, and 3,151 in home isolation.

An 89-year-old unvaccinated woman died from the viral illness on Sunday. As at February 20, the virus had claimed 311 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 577,602 tests since February 2020, and recorded 53,884 COVID-19 cases (25,026 males and 28,858 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,837 (70 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,947 (55 per cent of the total population or 65.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, February 19 – 190 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 21, 2022

A total of 186 new COVID-19 cases, 85 males and 101 females, were recorded on Sunday, February 20, from the 947 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 46 persons under the age of 18, and 140 who were 18 years and older. There were 96 people in isolation facilities, and 3,151 in home isolation.

An 89-year-old unvaccinated woman died from the viral illness on Sunday. As at February 20, the virus had claimed 311 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 577,602 tests since February 2020, and recorded 53,884 COVID-19 cases (25,026 males and 28,858 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,837 (70 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,947 (55 per cent of the total population or 65.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, February 19 – 190 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 20, 2022 

As of Saturday, February 19, 190 persons tested positive for COVID-19 from the 1,050 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  Of the 190 persons, 103 were males and 87 were females.

From the new cases, 40 individuals were under the age of 18, and 150 were 18 years and older. There were 100 persons in isolation facilities, and 3,420 in home isolation.

Two Barbadian males, a 69-year-old vaccinated and an 84-year-old unvaccinated succumbed to the virus on Saturday, February 19, bringing the total number of COVID-19 deaths to 310.

The public health laboratory has carried out 576, 655 tests since February 2020, and recorded 53,698 cases (24,941 males and 28, 757 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,825 (70 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,906 (54.9 percent of the total population, or 65.2 percent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, February 18 – 255 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 FEB 19, 2022

A total of 255 people – 118 males and 137 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, February 18, when the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,386 tests.

Of the new cases, 53 persons were under the age of 18, and 202 were 18 years and older. There were 106 in isolation facilities, and 4,204 in home isolation.

A 52-year-old vaccinated Barbadian woman died from the virus on Friday, February 18, bringing the COVID-19 deaths to 308.

 The public health laboratory has carried out 575,605 tests since February 2020, and recorded 53,508 cases (24,838 males and 28,670 females) of COVID-19. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,792 (70 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 148,882 (54.9 per cent of the total population or 65.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, February 17 – 344 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 18, 2022 

A total of 344 people – 195 males and 149 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, February 17, from the 1,427 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 54 persons under the age of 18, and 290 who were 18 years and older. There were 126 people in isolation facilities, while 4,334 were in home isolation. As at February 17, the virus had claimed 307 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 574,219 tests since February 2020, and recorded 53,253 COVID-19 cases (24,720 males and 28,533 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,747 (69.9 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,787 (54.9 per cent of the total population or 65.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, February 16 – 272 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 17, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 272 new COVID-19 cases – 125 males and 147 females – from the 1,648 tests carried out on Wednesday, February 16.

The cases comprised 60 persons under age 18, and 212 who were 18 years and older. There were 125 people in isolation facilities, while 4,041 were in home isolation.

Two people died from the virus on Wednesday – a 76-year-old fully vaccinated man, and an 89-year-old unvaccinated woman. As at February 16, there were 307 COVID-19 deaths recorded.

The public health laboratory has carried out 572,792 tests since February 2020, and recorded 52,909 COVID-19 cases (24,525 males and 28,384 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,681 (69.9 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,678 (54.9 per cent of the total population or 65.1 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, February 15 – 327 Cases and Three Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 16, 2022

Barbados recorded 327 new COVID-19 cases – 147 males and 180 females – from the 1,609 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Tuesday, February 15.

The cases comprised 52 persons under the age of 18, and 275 who were 18 years and older. There were 126 people in isolation facilities, while 4,822 were in home isolation.

Three people died from the virus on Tuesday – a 67-year-old unvaccinated woman, a 76-year-old fully vaccinated man, and a 90-year-old unvaccinated woman. As at February 15, there were 305 COVID-19 deaths recorded.

The public health laboratory has carried out 571,144 tests since February 2020, and recorded 52,637 COVID-19 cases (24,400 males and 28,237 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,619 (69.9 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,589 (54.8 per cent of the total population or 65.1 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, February 14 – 415 Cases and Three Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 15, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 415 new COVID-19 cases (191 males and 224 females) on Monday, February 14, from the 1,844 tests conducted.

The positives consisted of 64 persons under the age of 18, and 351 who were 18 years and older. There were 138 people in isolation facilities, while 5,077 were in home isolation.

Three people died from the virus on Monday.  A 75-year-old unvaccinated man; an 80-year-old vaccinated woman, and an 84-year-old vaccinated man passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at February 14, the virus had claimed 302 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 569,535 tests since February 2020, and recorded 52,310 COVID-19 cases (24,253 males and 28,057 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,561 (69.9 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,474 (54.8 per cent of the total population or 65 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, February 13 – 271 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

FEB 14, 2022 

A total of 271 people – 121 males and 150 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, February 13, from the 1,331 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 62 persons under the age of 18, and 209 who were 18 years and older. There were 148 people in isolation facilities, while 5,951 were in home isolation. As at February 13, the virus had claimed 299 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 567,691 tests since February 2020, and recorded 51,895 COVID-19 cases (24,062 males and 27,833 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,507 (69.8 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,406 (54.8 per cent of the total population or 65 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, February 12 – 313 Cases and Four Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 13, 2022 

There were 313 new COVID-19 cases – 160 males and 153 females – from the 1,530 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Saturday, February 12.

Of the positive cases, 51 persons were under the age of 18, and 262 were 18 years and older.

The number of people in isolation facilities was 155, while 6,018 were in home isolation.

Four people – three men and one woman – died from the virus on Saturday.  Two of the men, aged 64 and 81, were fully vaccinated, while the third, who was 80 years old, was unvaccinated.  They passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  The vaccinated woman, aged 87, was pronounced dead on arrival at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  

As at February 12, there were 299 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 566,360 tests since February 2020, and recorded 51,624 COVID-19 cases (23,941 males and 27,683 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,464 (69.8 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of fully vaccinated persons is 148,344 – 64,723 males and 83,621 females, which is 54.7 per cent of the total population or 65 per cent of the eligible population.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday February 11 – 431 Cases and Four Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 12, 2022

A total of 431 new COVID-19 cases (209 males and 222 females) were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Friday, February 11, from the 2,013 tests conducted.

The positive cases consist of 83 persons under the age of 18, and 348 who are 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 169, while 5,990 were in home isolation.

A fully vaccinated 73-year-old man passed away at the Accident and Emergency Department on Friday, February 4. On Friday February 11, three males – a 68-year-old fully vaccinated man and two unvaccinated males aged 88 and 93, respectively, died at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility.

The number of deaths from the viral illness stands at 295.

The public health laboratory has carried out 564,830 tests since February 2020 and recorded 51,311 cases (23,781 males and 27,530 females) of COVID-19. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,416 (69.8 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 148,266 (54.7 per cent of the total population or 64.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, February 10 – 403 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 11, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 403 new COVID-19 cases – 173 males and 230 females – from the 1,972 tests carried out on Thursday, February 10.

The cases consisted of 73 persons under the age of 18, and 330 who were 18 years and older. There were 184 people in isolation facilities, while 9,034 were in home isolation. As at February 10, there were 291 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 562,817 tests since February 2020, and recorded 50,880 COVID-19 cases (23,572 males and 27,308 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,337 (69.8 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 148,139 (54.7 per cent of the total population or 64.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, February 9 – 519 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 10, 2022

A total of 519 new COVID-19 cases (234 males and 285 females) were identified on Wednesday, February 9, from the 2,189 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases comprised 79 persons under the age of 18, and 440 who were 18 years and older. There were 186 people in isolation facilities, while 11,806 were in home isolation.

A 94-year-old woman died on Monday, February 7, while another, aged 93, passed away on Wednesday, February 9. They were both unvaccinated and succumbed to the viral illness at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at February 9, there were 291 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 560,845 tests since February 2020, and recorded 50,477 COVID-19 cases (23,399 males and 27,078 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,275 (69.7 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 148,055 (54.6 per cent of the total population or 64.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, February 8 – 586 Cases and One Death Recorded.

 FEB 9, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 586 new COVID-19 cases – 266 males and 320 females – from the 2,219 tests conducted on Tuesday, February 8.

The cases comprised 98 persons under the age of 18, and 488 who were 18 years and older. There were 178 people in isolation facilities, while 12,654 were in home isolation.

A 53-year-old unvaccinated man passed away from the virus at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department on Tuesday. As at February 8, the death toll from COVID-19 stood at 289.

The public health laboratory has carried out 558,656 tests since February 2020, and recorded 49,958 COVID-19 cases (23,165 males and 26,793 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,193 (69.7 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,935 (54.6 per cent of the total population or 64.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, February 7 – 714 Cases and Two Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 8, 2022

There were 714 new COVID-19 cases, 310 males and 404 females, recorded on Monday, February 7, from among the 2,674 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the positive cases, 150 people were under the age of 18, and 564 were 18 years and older. Persons in isolation facilities numbered 158, while 12,300 were in home isolation.

Two women, aged 38 and 63, died from COVID-19 on Monday. They passed away while at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and were both unvaccinated. As at February 7, the virus had claimed 288 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 556,437 tests since February 2020, and recorded 49,372 COVID-19 cases (22,899 males and 26,473 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,123 (69.7 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,785 (54.5 per cent of the total population or 64.7 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, February 6 – 419 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

FEB 7, 2022 

A total of 419 people (187 males and 232 females) tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, February 6, from the 1,563 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 91 persons under the age of 18, and 328 who were 18 years and older. There were 140 people in isolation facilities, while 12,077 were in home isolation. As at February 6, the number of deaths from the virus was 286.

The public health laboratory has carried out 553,763 tests since February 2020, and recorded 48,658 COVID-19 cases (22,589 males and 26,069 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 159,075 (69.7 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,716 (54.5 per cent of the total population or 64.7 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday February 5 – 462 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 6, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 462 new cases of COVID-19, comprising 227 males and 235 females. Eighty- Six under the age of 18 and 376 persons who are 18 years old and over.

The number of tests conducted was 2,102.

There are currently 162 persons in insolation and 11, 880 in-home insolation.

Zero deaths have been reported.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 48,239 confirmed cases of the viral illness (22,402 males and 25,837 females) and 286 deaths.  

The public health laboratory has carried out 552,200 tests. To date, a total of 159,029 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  While 147,646 persons (54.5 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, February 4 – 653 Cases and No Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 5, 2022 

A total of 653 persons, 359 males and 294 females, tested positive for COVID-19 on February 4. They were identified out of 2,703 tests conducted by Bes-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases consist of 113 persons under the age of 18, and 540 who were 18 years and older.

There are now 169 people in isolation facilities and 12,280 persons in home isolation. No deaths were recorded and the death toll from the virus remains at 286.

To date, the public health laboratory has carried out 550,098 tests since February 2020 and recorded 47,777 cases (22,175 males and 25,602 females) of COVID-19. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,985 (69.6 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147, 607 (54.5 per cent of total population or 64.7 per cent of the eligible population).

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, February 3 – 618 Cases and 3 Deaths Recorded.

 FEB 4, 2022 

Barbados recorded 618 new COVID-19 cases (262 males and 356 females) out of the 2,512 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Thursday, February 3.

The new cases comprise 102 individuals under the age of 18, and 516 who are 18 years and older. There were 173 persons in isolation facilities, while 11,490 others are in home isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, the public health laboratory has conducted 547,395 tests, from which 47,124 cases (21,816 males and 25,308 females) of the viral illness were identified. As at February 3, the death toll stood at 286. 

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 158,927 persons (69.6 per cent of the eligible population) have received at least one dose. 

A total of 147,484 people (54.4 per cent of the total population or 64.6 per cent of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents persons 12 years old and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, February 2 – 609 Cases and 1 Death Recorded.

 FEB 3, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 609 new COVID-19 cases – 278 males and 331 females – from the 2,303 tests conducted on Wednesday, February 2.

The cases comprised 119 persons under the age of 18, and 490 who were 18 years and older. There were 187 people in isolation facilities, while 11,043 were in home isolation.

An 89-year-old fully vaccinated woman died from COVID-19 on Wednesday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at February 2, the virus had claimed 283 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 544,883 tests since February 2020, and recorded 46,506 COVID-19 cases (21,554 males and 24,952 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,869 (69.6 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,383 (54.4 per cent of the total population or 64.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, February 1 – 681 Cases and 1 Death Recorded.

 FEB 2, 2022 

A total of 681 people – 307 males and 374 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, February 1, from the 2,600 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 130 persons under the age of 18, and 551 who were 18 years and older. There were 171 people in isolation facilities, while 10,543 were in home isolation.

A 60-year-old unvaccinated woman passed away from the viral illness on Tuesday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at February 1, the virus had claimed 282 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 542,580 tests since February 2020, and recorded 45,897 COVID-19 cases (21,276 males and 24,621 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,775 (69.5 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,277 (54.3 per cent of the total population or 64.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, January 31 – 786 Cases and 1 Death Recorded.

FEB 1, 2022

There were 786 new COVID-19 cases (362 males and 424 females) recorded on Monday, January 31, from the 2,954 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new positives consisted of 157 persons under the age of 18, and 629 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 177, while 10,710 were in home isolation.

A 69-year-old unvaccinated woman died on Monday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  As at January 31, a total of 281 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 539,980 tests since February 2020, and recorded 45,216 COVID-19 cases (20,969 males and 24,247 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,705 (69.5 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,190 (54.3 per cent of the total population or 64.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, January 30 – 437 Cases and 1 Death Recorded.

 JAN 31, 2022 

Barbados recorded 437 cases (189 males and 248 females) of COVID-19 from the 1,803 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Sunday, January 30.

The new cases comprise 85 individuals under the age of 18, and 352 others who are 18 years and older. There were 166 persons in isolation facilities and 10,570 others in home isolation.

As at January 30, the number of lives lost to the viral illness moved to 280, following the death of an 84-year-old man at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.

A total of 44,430 COVID-19 cases (20,607 males and 23,823 females) have been identified by the public health laboratory from the 537,026 tests conducted since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 158,668 persons (69.5 per cent of the eligible population) have received at least one dose. 

The number of fully vaccinated individuals is 147,145 (54.3 per cent of the total population or 64.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents persons 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, January 29 – 512 Cases and 1 Death Recorded.

 JAN 30, 2022 

A total of 512 people – 225 males and 287 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, January 29, from the 2,173 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 76 persons under the age of 18, and 436 who were 18 years and older.

There were 159 people in isolation facilities, while 9,675 were in home isolation.

A 96-year-old unvaccinated man died on Saturday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  As at January 29, the virus had claimed 279 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 535,223 tests since February 2020, and recorded 43,993 COVID-19 cases (20,418 males and 23,575 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,623 (69.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 147,095 – 64,124 males and 82,971 females – (54.3 per cent of the total population or 64.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, January 28 – 630 Cases and 1 Death Recorded.

 JAN 29, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 630 COVID-19 cases – 290 males and 340 females – from the 2,530 tests conducted on Friday, January 28.

The new cases comprise 122 persons under the age of 18, and 508 who are 18 years old and over.

There were 152 persons in isolation facilities and 9,371 in home isolation.

An unvaccinated 97-year-old woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Friday. 

The number of deaths from the viral illness stands at 278.

Since the start of the pandemic, the public health laboratory has carried out 533,050 tests, and Barbados has recorded 43,481 cases (20,193 males and 23,288 females) of the viral illness. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 158,539 people (69.4 per cent of the eligible population) have received first doses.  To date, 147,007 persons (54.2 per cent of the population or 64.4 per cent of the eligible population) have received second doses and are fully vaccinated. 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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JAN 29, 2022 

A 97-year-old woman is the latest COVID-19 victim. 

She passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Friday, January 28.  She was unvaccinated.

Her death brings the total number of deaths from the viral illness to 278. Minister of Health and Wellness, Ian Gooding-Edghill, has extended condolences to the loved ones of the deceased.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, January 27 – 729 Cases and No Death Recorded.

 JAN 28, 2022 

A total of 729 new cases – 347 males and 382 females – were identified out of the 2,708 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Laboratory on Thursday, January 27.

The cases comprise 139 individuals under the age of 18, and 590 who were 18 years and older. There were 120 persons in isolation facilities and 8,772 others in home isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 42,851 COVID-19 cases (19,903 males and 22,948 females) from 530,520 tests.  The number of lives lost to the viral illness is 277.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 158,463 persons (69.4 per cent of the eligible population) have received at least one dose. 

To date, 146,911 individuals (54.2 per cent of the total population or 64.3 per cent of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are12 years and older.  

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, January 26 – 767 Cases and No Death Recorded.

 JAN 27, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 767 new COVID-19 cases (357 males and 410 females) on Wednesday, January 26, from the 2,752 tests conducted.

Of the positive cases, 145 persons were under the age of 18, and 622 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 113, while 8,415 were in home isolation. As at January 26, there were 277 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 527,812 tests since February 2020, and recorded 42,122 COVID-19 cases (19,556 males and 22,566 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,358 (69.3 per cent of the eligible population).

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,822 (54.2 per cent of the total population or 64.3 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, January 25 – 723 Cases and One Death Recorded.

JAN 25, 2022

A total of 723 people – 343 males and 380 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, January 25, from the 2,880 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 125 persons under the age of 18, and 598 who were 18 years and older. There were 120 people in isolation facilities, while 7,883 were in home isolation. As at January 25, the virus had claimed 277 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 525,060 tests since February 2020, and recorded 41,355 COVID-19 cases (19,199 males and 22,156 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,242 (69.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,699 (54.1 per cent of the total population or 64.2 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

A man, aged 68, succumbed to COVID-19 today, Tuesday, January 25.

He passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and was fully vaccinated. The number of deaths from the virus has now reached 277.

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has extended condolences to his family and friends.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, January 24 – 923 Cases and No Death Recorded.

JAN 25, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 923 new COVID-19 cases – 420 males and 503 females – from the 3,428 tests carried out on Monday, January 24.

Of the new cases, 146 persons were under the age of 18, and 777 were 18 years and older. There were 124 people in isolation facilities, while 7,696 were in home isolation. As at January 24, a total of 276 deaths from the virus had been recorded.

The public health laboratory has carried out 522,180 tests since February 2020, and recorded 40,632 COVID-19 cases (18,856 males and 21,776 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,129 (69.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,590 (54.1 per cent of the total population or 64.2 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, January 23 – 497 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded

 JAN 24, 2022 

There were 497 new COVID-19 cases, 208 males and 289 females, recorded on Sunday, January 23, from the 2,017 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases comprised 84 persons under the age of 18, and 413 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 125, while 7,321 were in home isolation.

A girl, aged 17, died from the virus on Sunday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. She was fully vaccinated. As at January 23, there were 276 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 518,752 tests since February 2020, and recorded 39,709 COVID-19 cases (18,436 males and 21,273 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 158,055 (69.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,527 (54.1 per cent of the total population or 64.2 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, January 22 – 626 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded

 JAN 23, 2022

Barbados recorded 626 cases of COVID-19 (281 males and 345 females) from the 2,194 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Saturday, January 22.

Of these new cases, 119 individuals were under the age of 18, and 507 were 18 years and older. There were 122 persons in isolation facilities and 7,073 in home isolation.

The death toll has risen to 275, following the passing of a 91-year-old man at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Saturday.

Since the start of the pandemic, the public health laboratory has recorded 39,212 cases (18,228 males and 20,984 females) from 516,735 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 157,969 persons (69.2 per cent of the eligible population) have been inoculated with at least one dose.  A total of 146,438 individuals (54 per cent of the total population or 64.1 per cent of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated. 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, January 21 – 415 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded

 JAN 22, 2022

A total of 415 people, 191 males and 224 females, tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, January 21, from the 1,542 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised 91 persons under the age of 18, and 324 who were 18 years and older. There were 125 people in isolation facilities, while 6,676 were in home isolation.

As at January 21, there were 274 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 514,541 tests since February 2020 and recorded 38,586 COVID-19 cases (17,947 males and 20,639 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,854 (69.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,319 (54 per cent of the total population or 64.1 per cent of the eligible population).

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, January 20 – 549 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded

 JAN 21, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 549 new COVID-19 cases – 241 males and 308 females – from the 1,960 tests carried out on Thursday, January 20.

The cases consisted of 96 persons under the age of 18, and 453 who were 18 years and older. There were 122 people in isolation facilities, and 6,411 in home isolation.

A 51-year-old unvaccinated man passed away from the virus on Thursday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at January 20, there were 274 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 512,999 tests since February 2020, and recorded 38,171 COVID-19 cases (17,756 males and 20,415 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,802 (69.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,281 (54 per cent of the total population or 64 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, January 19 – 559 new COVID-19 Cases and Two deaths recorded

 JAN 20, 2022

A total of 559 people, 251 males and 308 females, tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, January 19, from the 2,165 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases comprised, 96 persons under the age of 18, and 463 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 123, while 5,992 were in home isolation.

There were two deaths on Wednesday. A 33-year-old unvaccinated man and a 63-year-old fully vaccinated woman both died from the virus at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at January 19, there were 273 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 511,039 tests since February 2020, and recorded 37,622 COVID-19 cases (17,515 males and 20,107 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,795 (69.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,265 (54 per cent of the total population or 64 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, January 18 – 677 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded

 JAN 19, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 677 new COVID-19 cases – 300 males and 377 females – from the 2,565 tests carried out on Tuesday, January 18.

The new cases consisted of 121 people under the age of 18, and 556 who were 18 years and older. There were 103 persons in isolation facilities, while 5,561 were in home isolation. As at January 18, there were 271 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 508,874 tests since February 2020, and recorded 37,063 COVID-19 cases (17,264 males and 19,799 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,793 (69.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,257 (54 per cent of the total population or 64 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, January 17 – 652 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 JAN 18, 2022 

There were 652 new COVID-19 cases – 296 males and 356 females – recorded on Monday, January 17, from the 2,503 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the new cases, 119 persons were under the age of 18, and 533 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 101, while 5,601 were in home isolation.

Two women, aged 59 and 97, died from the virus on Monday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.The 59-year-old was unvaccinated while the 97-year-old was fully vaccinated. As at January 17, there were 271 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 506,309 tests since February 2020, and recorded 36,386 COVID-19 cases (17,201 males and 19,185 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,721 (69.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 146,155 (53.9 per cent of the total population or 64 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, January 16 – 361 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

 JAN 17, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory reported 361 new cases of COVID-19 from 1,566 tests conducted on Sunday, January 16.

The new cases comprise 163 males and 198 females. Of these, 55 persons are under the age of 18, and the remaining 306 are 18 years and older. There are 102 persons in isolation facilities and 5,512 in home isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 35,734 cases of the viral illness from 503,806 tests. There have been 269 deaths.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 157,634 persons (69 per cent of the eligible population) have received at least one dose. 

A total of 146,046 individuals (53.9 per cent of the total population or 63.9 per cent of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, January 15 – 412 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

 JAN 16, 2022 

A total of 412 positive COVID-19 cases were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory from the 1,988 tests carried out on Saturday, January 15.  Of those cases 227 are females and 185 are males.

Of the 412 cases recorded, 70 persons were under the age of 18, while 342 were 18 years and older. A total of 105 people are in isolation facilities, and in-home isolation, 5,217.

The public health laboratory has conducted 502,240 tests since February 2020, and recorded 35,373 COVID-19 cases (16,505 males and 18,868 females).  The deaths from the viral illness remain at 269, as no deaths were recorded on January 15.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,495 (69 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 145,896 (53.8 per cent of the total population or 63.9 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, January 14 – 536 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

 JAN 15, 2022 

A total of 536 people, 227 males and 309 females, tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, January 14, from the 2,424 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The cases comprised, 105 persons under the age of 18, and 431 who were 18 years and older.

There were 102 people in isolation facilities, while 5,079 were in home isolation.

As at January 14, there were 269 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 500,252 tests since February 2020, and recorded 34,961 COVID-19 cases (16,320 males and 18,641 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,426 (70 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 145,760 (53.8 per cent of the total population or 63.8 per cent of the eligible population). 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, January 13 – 537 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

JAN 14, 2022

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 537 new COVID-19 cases – 229 males and 308 females – from the 2,346 tests conducted on Thursday, January 13.

Of the new positives, 86 persons were under the age of 18, and 451 were 18 years and older. There were 107 people in isolation facilities, while 4,593 were in home isolation. As at January 13, there were 269 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 497,828 tests since February 2020, and recorded 34,425 COVID-19 cases (16,093 males and 18,332 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,251 (68.9 per cent of the eligible population).

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 145,532 (53.7 per cent of the total population or 63.7 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, January 12 – 577 new COVID-19 Cases and Two deaths recorded.

 JAN 13, 2022 

There were 577 new COVID-19 cases – 251 males and 326 females – recorded on Wednesday, January 12, from the 2,439 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases comprised 110 persons under the age of 18, and 467 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 100, while 4,181 were in home isolation.

Two people died as a result of COVID-19 on Wednesday.A 52-year-old unvaccinated man and a 72-year-old partially vaccinated man succumbed to the virus at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at January 12, there were 269 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 495,482 tests since February 2020, and recorded 33,888 COVID-19 cases (15,864 males and 18,024 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,136 (68.8 per cent of the eligible population).

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 145,357 (53.6 per cent of the total population or 63.6 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, January 11 – 516 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded.

JAN 12, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 516 new COVID-19 cases – 243 males and 273 females – from the 2,403 tests carried out on Tuesday, January 11.

The new cases consisted of 87 persons under the age of 18, and 429 who were 18 years and older. There were 106 people in isolation facilities, while 3,775 were in home isolation.

An 81-year-old fully vaccinated man died from the viral illness on Tuesday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at January 11, there were 267 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 493,043 tests since February 2020, and recorded 33,311 COVID-19 cases (15,613 males and 17,698 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 157,038 (68.8 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 145,217 (53.6 per cent of the total population or 63.6 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, January 10 – 567 new COVID-19 Cases and No death recorded.

 JAN 11, 2022 

A total of 567 people – 239 males and 328 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, January 10, from the 2,488 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases comprised 100 persons under the age of 18, and 467 who were 18 years and older. There were 98 people in isolation facilities, while 3,520 were in home isolation. As at January 10, there were 266 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 490,640 tests since February 2020, and recorded 32,795 COVID-19 cases (15,370 males and 17,425 females).           

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,871 (68.7 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 144,995 (53.5 per cent of the total population or 63.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, January 9 – 387 new COVID-19 Cases and No death recorded.

 JAN 10, 2022

There were 387 new COVID-19 cases – 172 males and 215 females – recorded on Sunday, January 9, from the 1,690 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the new cases, 84 persons were under the age of 18, and 303 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 105, while 3,243 were in home isolation. As at January 10, there were 266 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 488,152 tests since February 2020, and recorded 32,228 COVID-19 cases (15,131 males and 17,097 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,763 (68.6 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 144,881 (53.5 per cent of the total population or 63.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, January 8 – 342 new COVID-19 Cases and No death recorded.

 JAN 9, 2022 

A total of 342 new COVID-19 cases (149 males and 193 females) were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Saturday, January 8, from the 1,833 tests conducted.

The positive cases consist of 58 persons under the age of 18, and 284 who are 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 115, while 2,919 were in home isolation. As at January 8, there were 266 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 486,462 tests since February 2020 and recorded 31,841 cases (14,959 males and 16,882 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,698 (68.6 per cent of the eligible population).

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 144,805 (53.4 per cent of the total population or 63.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, January 7 – 495 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 JAN 8, 2022 

 The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 495 new COVID-19 cases – 225 males and 270 females – on Friday, January 7, from the 2,475 tests conducted.

The cases comprised 69 persons under the age of 18, and 426 who were 18 years and older. There were 173 people in isolation facilities, while 2,647 were in home isolation.

An 85-year-old man passed away from the virus on Friday, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. He was unvaccinated.

As at January 7, there were 266 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 484,629 tests since February 2020, and recorded 31,499 COVID-19 cases (14,810 males and 16,689 females).             

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,631 (68.6 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 144,706 (53.4 per cent of the total population or 63.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, January 6 – 407 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 JAN 7, 2022

A total of 407 new COVID-19 cases – 193 males and 214 females – were identified on Thursday, January 6, from the 1,949 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases consisted of 58 persons under the age of 18, and 349 who were 18 years and older. Persons in isolation facilities numbered 176, while 2,394 were in home isolation.

A 70-year-old unvaccinated man died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Thursday. As at January 6, there were 265 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 482,154 tests since February 2020, and recorded 31,004 COVID-19 cases (14,585 males and 16,419 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,150 (68.4 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,919 (53.1 per cent of the total population or 63 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, January 5 – 420 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 JAN 6, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 420 positive COVID-19 cases – 172 males and 248 females – from the 1,978 tests conducted on Wednesday, January 5.

The cases comprised 65 persons under the age of 18, and 355 who were 18 years and older. There were 184 people in isolation facilities, while 2,019 were in home isolation.

A boy, aged 14, died from the virus on Wednesday, at the Enmore Isolation Facility. He was unvaccinated.  As at January 5, there were 264 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 480,205 tests since February 2020, and recorded 30,597 COVID-19 cases (14,392 males and 16,205 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,101 (68.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,867 (53.1 per cent of the total population or 63 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, January 4 – 479 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

 JAN 5, 2022

There were 479 new COVID-19 cases – 191 males and 288 females – recorded on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, from the 2,111 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The positive cases comprised 71 persons under the age of 18, and 408 who were 18 years and older. There were 164 people in isolation facilities, while 1,604 were in home isolation. As at January 4, there were 263 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 478,227 tests since February 2020, and recorded 30,177 COVID-19 cases (14,220 males and 15,957 females). Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,049 (68.3 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,812 (53.1 per cent of the total population or 63 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday January 3 – 538 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 JAN 4, 2022 

A total of 538 people – 229 males and 309 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, January 3, 2022, from the 2,383 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases consisted of 91 persons under the age of 18, and 447 who were 18 years and older.

There were 194 people in isolation facilities, while 1,498 were in home isolation.

An unvaccinated 75-year-old woman died from the viral illness at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department on Monday. As at January 3, there were 263 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 476,116 tests since February 2020, and recorded 29,698 COVID-19 cases (14,029 males and 15,669 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 156,033 (68.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,792 (53.1 per cent of the total population or 63 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday January 2 — 200 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

 JAN 3, 2022 

Two-hundred cases of COVID-19; 74 males and 126 females – were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on January 2, from among the 896 tests conducted.

The new cases comprise 23 individuals under the age of 18 and 177 who are 18 and older.

There are 210 persons in isolation facilities and 1,378 others in home isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 29,160 cases (13,800 males and 15,360 females) of the viral illness from 473,733 tests. The death toll remains at 262.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 156,003 persons (68.3 per cent of the eligible population) have received their first dose. A total of 143,735 persons (53.2 per cent of the total population or 62.9 per cent of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday January 1 — 150 new COVID-19 Cases and No deaths recorded.

 JAN 2, 2022 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 150 new cases (71 males and 79 females) of COVID-19, from the 892 tests conducted on Saturday, January 1.

Of these, 20 persons were under the age of 18, and 130 were 18 years and older.

There were 203 persons in isolation facilities, and 1,282 in home isolation.

The public health laboratory has carried out 472,837 tests since February 2020, and recorded 28,960 COVID-19 cases – 13,726 males and 15,234 females. The number of persons who died from the virus remains at 262.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,993 (68.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,722 (53.2 per cent of the total population or 62.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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2022 HAPPY NEW YEAR.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday December 31 — 245 new COVID-19 Cases and Two deaths recorded.

 JAN 1, 2022 

A total of 245 COVID-19 cases – 105 males and 140 females – were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Friday, December 31, from the 1,496 tests conducted.

The new cases comprise 41 individuals under the age of 18, and 204 who are 18 years and older.

There are 167 persons in isolation facilities and 1,353 others in home isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 28,810 cases (13,655 males and 15,155 females) of the viral illness from 471,945 tests. There have been 262 deaths.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 155,952 persons (68.3 per cent of the eligible population) have received at least one dose.The number of fully vaccinated persons is 143,677 (53 per cent of the total population or 62.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday December 30 — 255 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 31, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 255 new COVID-19 cases – 113 males and 142 females – on Thursday, December 30, from the 1,372 tests conducted.

Of these, 48 persons were under the age of 18, and 207 were 18 years and older.
There were 151 people in isolation facilities and 996 in home isolation.

As at December 30, there were 260 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 470,449 tests since February 2020, and recorded 28,565 COVID-19 cases (13,550 males and 15,015 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,918 (68.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,621 (53 per cent of the total population or 62.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday December 29 — 247 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 30, 2021

A total of 247 people – 98 males and 149 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, December 29, from the 1,366 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases comprised 38 persons under the age of 18, and 209 who were 18 years and older.

Persons in isolation facilities numbered 117, while 875 were in home isolation.

The public health laboratory has carried out 469,077 tests since February 2020, and recorded 28,310 COVID-19 cases (13,437 males and 14,873 females).  Deaths from the viral illness remain at 260. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,732 (68.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,321 (52.9 per cent of the total population or 62.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday December 28 — 227 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 29, 2021 

There were 227 new COVID-19 cases – 125 females and 102 males – recorded on Tuesday, December 28, from the 1,409 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. Of these, 38 persons were under the age of 18, while 189 were 18 years and older.

The number of people in isolation facilities was 112, while 843 were in home isolation.

As at December 28, there were 260 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 467,711 tests since February last year, and recorded 28,063 cases (13,339 males and 14,724 females) of COVID-19. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,614 (68.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 143,062 (52.8 per cent of the total population or 62.6 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday December 27 — 112 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 28, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 112 new cases (50 males and 62 females) from the 705 tests conducted on Monday, December 27.

Of the new cases, 14 individuals were under the age of 18, and the other 98 were 18 years and older.

There were 111 persons in isolation facilities and 874 others in home isolation.

The number of lives lost to the virus remains at 260.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 27, 836 cases of the viral illness from the 466,302 tests carried out by the public health laboratory.

A total of 155,512 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. This represents 68.1 per cent of the eligible population that has received at least one dose.

So far, 142,849 persons have been fully vaccinated. They represent 52.7 per cent of the total population or 62.5 per cent of the eligible population. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday December 26 — 51 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 27, 2021

Fifty-one people – 27 females and 24 males – were diagnosed with COVID-19 on Sunday, December 26, from the 542 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases comprised six persons under the age of 18, and 45 who were 18 years and older.

There were 93 people in isolation facilities, while 877 were in home isolation.

As at December 26, there were 260 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 465,597 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,724 COVID-19 cases (13,187 males and 14,537 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,500 (68.1 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,839 (52.7 per cent of the total population or 62.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday December 25 — 44 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 26, 2021 

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Forty-four new COVID-19 cases – 19 females and 25 males – were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory from the 411 tests carried out on Saturday, December 25.

Of this number, three persons were under the age of 18, while 41 were 18 years and older.

A total of 100 people were in isolation facilities, and in home isolation, 869.

The public health laboratory has conducted 465,055 tests since February 2020, and recorded 27,673 COVID-19 cases (13,163 males and 14,510 females).  The deaths from the viral illness remain at 260. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,497 (68.1 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,832 (52.7 per cent of the total population or 62.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday December 24 — 47 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 25, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 47 new COVID-19 cases (23 males and 24 females), from the 800 tests carried out on Friday, December 24

Of these, five persons were under the age of 18, while 42 were 18 years and older.

There were 120 people in isolation facilities, and 869 in home isolation.

The public health laboratory has carried out 464,644 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,629 cases (13,138 males and 14,491 females) of COVID-19.  There have been 260 deaths from the viral illness. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,493 (68.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,830 (52.7 per cent of the total population or 62.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, December 23 — 96 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 DEC 23, 2021

A total of 96 people – 45 females and 51 males – were identified as COVID-19 positive on Thursday, December 23, from among the 1,059 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of these, 14 persons were under the age of 18, while 82 were 18 years and older.

There were 121 people in isolation facilities, while 850 were in home isolation.

A 68-year-old unvaccinated man died from the virus at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Thursday.

As at December 23, there were 260 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 463,844 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,582 cases (13,115 males and 14,467 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,491 (68.1 per cent of the eligible population).

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,815 (52.7 per cent of the total population or 62.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, December 22 — 97 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded

 DEC 23, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 97 new COVID-19 cases – 46 males and 51 females – on Wednesday, December 22, from the 1,082 tests conducted.

Of these, 17 persons were under the age of 18, while 80 were 18 years and older.

There were 133 people in isolation facilities, while 946 were in home isolation.

An unvaccinated 96-year-old man passed away from the viral illness on Wednesday at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department.

As at December 22, there were 259 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 462,785 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,486 cases (13,064 males and 14,422 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,459 (68.1 per cent of the eligible population).

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,717 (52.7 per cent of the total population or 62.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, December 21 — 81 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 DEC 22, 2021

Eighty-one people – 41 males and 40 females – tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, December 21, from the 1,156 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases comprised six persons under the age of 18, and 75 who were 18 years and older.

There were 144 people in isolation facilities, while 974 were in home isolation.

Two women lost their lives to COVID-19. A 65-year-old presented dead on arrival at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department on December 13, and an 83-year-old died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Monday, December 20. They were both unvaccinated.

As at December 21, there were 258 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 461,703 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,389 cases (13,018 males and 14,371 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,383 (68 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,528 (52.6 per cent of the total population or 62.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, December 20 — 66 new COVID-19 Cases and no deaths recorded.

 DEC 21, 2021 

A total of 66 new COVID-19 cases – 30 males and 36 females – were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Monday, December 20, from the 1,058 tests conducted.

Of these, five persons are under the age of 18, while 60 are 18 years and older. The age of one person is unknown.

There were 155 people in isolation facilities, while 979 were in home isolation.

As at December 20, there were 256 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 460,547 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,308 cases (12,977 males and 14,331 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,312 (68 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 142,281 (52.5 per cent of the total population or 62.3 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, December 19 — was not available

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, December 18 — 49 new COVID-19 Cases and no deaths recorded.

 DEC 19, 2021 

A total of 49 new COVID-19 cases, 25 males and 24 females, were reported for Saturday, December 18, from the 1,040 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new positives comprise 10 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 39 who are 18 years and older. There were 178 people in isolation facilities, and 1,131 in home isolation.

Barbados’ confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 27,218 (12,939 males and 14,279 females). There were no deaths recorded yesterday, the number of deaths remain at 256.

The public health laboratory has carried out 458,730 tests since February 2020. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,192 (68 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of people who are fully vaccinated is 141,900 (52.3 per cent of the total population or 62.1 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, December 17 — 43 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 deaths recorded.

 DEC 18, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 43 people who were COVID-19 positive – 13 males and 30 females – on Friday, December 17, from among the 1,237 tests conducted.

Of these, eight persons were under the age of 18, and 35 were 18 years and older. There were 185 people in isolation facilities and 1,254 in home isolation.

A 96-year-old woman passed away from COVID-19 on Friday. She died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility and was unvaccinated. As at December 17, there were 256 deaths from the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has carried out 457,690 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,169 cases (12,914 males and 14,255 females) of COVID-19

. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 155,137 (67.9 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 141,720 (52.3 per cent of the total population or 62.1 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, December 16 — 55 new COVID-19 Cases and NO deaths recorded.

 DEC 17, 2021

A total of 55 new COVID-19 cases, 27 males and 28 females, were identified from the 1,207 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Thursday, December 16.

The new positives consist of 10 persons under the age of 18, and 45 who are 18 years and older. Persons in isolation facilities numbered 188, while 1,410 were in home isolation. As at December 16, there were 255 COVID-19 deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 456,453 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,126 cases (12,901 males and 14,225 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,990 (67.9 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 141,265 (52.1 per cent of the total population or 61.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, December 15 — 44 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 DEC 16, 2021 

Forty-four people tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, December 15, from the 1,100 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases comprised seven persons under the age of 18, and 37 who were 18 years and older. A total of 191 persons were in isolation facilities, while 1,396 were in home isolation.

One person died from COVID-19 on Wednesday. A 68-year-old man, who was unvaccinated, passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at December 15, there were 255 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 455,246 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,071 cases (12,874 males and 14,197 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,868 (67.8 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 140,927 (52 per cent of the total population or 61.7 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, December 14 — 78 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

DEC 15, 2021 

There were 78 new COVID-19 cases (35 males and 43 females) recorded on Tuesday, December, 14, from among the 1,053 tests carried out by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

Of the new cases, 13 persons were under the age of 18, and 65 were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 193, while 1,502 were in home isolation.

A 48-year-old man died from COVID-19 on Tuesday. He was at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility and was unvaccinated. As at December 14, there were 254 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 454,146 tests since February last year, and recorded 27,027 cases (12,855 males and 14,172 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,702 (67.7 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 140,662 (51.9 per cent of the total population or 61.6 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, December 13 — 85 new COVID-19 Cases and NO death recorded.

 DEC 14, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 85 positive COVID-19 cases (36 males and 49 females) from the 1,052 tests conducted on Monday, December 13. Of the new cases, 20 persons were under the age of 18, and 65 were 18 years and older.

Persons in isolation facilities numbered 228, while 1,631 were in home isolation. As at December 13, there were 253 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 453,093 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,949 cases (12,820 males and 14,129 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,565 (67.7 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 140,080 (51.7 per cent of the total population or 61.3 per cent of the eligible population).The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, December 12 — 50 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 DEC 13, 2021 

Fifty people – 20 males and 30 females – were identified as COVID-19 positive from the 864 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Sunday, December 12.

The new cases comprised 10 persons under the age of 18, and 40 who were 18 years and older. There were 239 persons in isolation facilities and 1,680 in home isolation.

One woman, aged 67, died at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department on Sunday. She was unvaccinated. As at December 12, there were 253 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 452,041 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,864 cases (12,784 males and 14,080 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,524 (67.7 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 139,979 (51.6 per cent of the total population or 61.3 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, December 11 — 74 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 DEC 12, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 74 new cases (34 males and 40 females) of COVID-19 on Saturday, December 11, from the 1,117 tests conducted.

Of the new cases, nine persons were under the age of 18, and 65 were 18 years and older.  

There were 263 people in isolation facilities, and 1,763 in home isolation. One death was recorded – a 73-year-old fully vaccinated woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  

As at December 11, the number of people who have died from the virus is 252.

The public health laboratory has carried out 451,177 tests since February 2020, and recorded 26,814 COVID-19 cases – 12,764 males and 14,050 females. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,481 (67.6 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 139,823 (51.6 per cent of the total population or 61.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, December 10 — 72 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 DEC 11, 2021

There were 72 people – 32 males and 40 females – who tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, December 10, when the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,204 tests.

Of the new cases, nine persons were under the age of 18, and 63 were 18 years and older. There were 292 people in isolation facilities, and 1,825 in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded – a 51-year-old woman and a 66-year-old man – who passed away at the Harrison Point’s Isolation Facility.  They were both unvaccinated. As at December 10, the number of people who have died from the virus is 251.

The public health laboratory has carried out 450,060 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,740 cases (12,730 males and 14,010 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,444 (67.6 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 139,726 (51.6 per cent of the total population or 61.2 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, December 9 — 103 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded.

 DEC 10, 2021 

A total of 103 people (46 males and 57 females) were diagnosed with COVID-19 on Thursday, December 9, from among the 1,292 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.

The new cases comprised 19 persons under the age of 18, and 84 who were 18 years and older. The number of persons in isolation facilities was 296, while 1,866 were in home isolation.

Three COVID-19 deaths were recorded on Thursday. A 43-year-old woman and a 90-year-old man died at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department. They were both unvaccinated.  

Additionally, a 94-year-old woman passed away from the viral illness at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility. She was partially vaccinated. 

As at December 9, there were 249 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 448,856 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,668 cases (12,698 males and 13,970 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,334 (67.6 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 139,285 (51.4 per cent of the total population or 61 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, December 8 — 132 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 DEC 9, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 132 new cases of COVID-19 (54 males and 78 females) from the 1,161 tests conducted on Wednesday, December 8.

Of the positive cases, 18 persons were under the age of 18, and 114 were 18 years and older. Persons in isolation facilities numbered 295, while 1,960 were in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded on Wednesday. An 80-year-old woman and 85-year-old man passed away at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility. They were both unvaccinated. 

As at December 8, there were 246 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 447,564 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,565 cases (12,652 males and 13,913 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,226 (67.5 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 138,857 (51.2 per cent of the total population or 60.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, December 7 — 127 new COVID-19 Cases and 4 deaths recorded.

 DEC 8, 2021

Positive COVID-19 cases recorded for Tuesday, December 7, stood at 127 (57 males and 70 females). The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,206 tests.

The new cases consist of 22 persons under the age of 18, and 105 who are 18 years and older. There were 293 persons in isolation facilities and 2,062 in home isolation.

Four persons died from COVID-19. A 61-year-old woman, who succumbed to the viral illness at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and three men aged 61, 87, and 93, who passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department, and the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility. They were all unvaccinated.

As at December 7, there were 244 deaths from the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 446,403 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,433 cases -12,598 males and 13,835 females – of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,177 (67.5 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 138,719 (51.2 per cent of the total population or 60.7 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, December 6 — 106 new COVID-19 Cases and NO death recorded.

 DEC 7, 2021 

Forty-seven men and 59 women were the most recent persons diagnosed with COVID-19. They were identified from the 1,218 tests conducted by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Monday, December 6.

Of the 106 new cases, 14 persons were under the age of 18, and 92 were 18 years and older. Those persons in isolation facilities numbered 303, while 2,084 were in home isolation. As at December 6, there were 240 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 445,197 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,306 cases (12,541 males and 13,765 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,081 (67.5 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 138,416 (51.1 per cent of the total population or 60.6 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, December 5 — 105 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded.

 DEC 6, 2021 

A total of 105 new COVID-19 cases (53 males and 52 females) were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Sunday, December 5, from the 998 tests conducted.

The positive cases consist of 24 persons under the age of 18, and 81 who are 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 283, while 2,081 were in home isolation.

Three people died from the virus on Sunday. A 48-year-old woman and 56-year-old man both passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, while an 89-year-old woman died at the Blackman and Gollop isolation Facility. They were all unvaccinated. As at December 5, there were 240 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 443,979 tests since February last year, and recorded 26,200 cases (12,494 males and 13,706 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 154,033 (67.4 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 138,267 (51 per cent of the total population or 60.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, December 4 — 131 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded.

 DEC 5, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 131 new cases – 63 males and 68 females – of COVID-19 on Saturday, December 4.  There were 1,158 tests conducted.

Of the new cases, 29 persons were under the age of 18, and 102 were 18 years and older. The number of persons in isolation facilities was 314, and in home isolation, 2,126.

Three deaths were recorded on Saturday. A fully vaccinated 88-year-old man died at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility, while a 57-year-old man and a 74-year-old woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. They were both unvaccinated.

Barbados’ confirmed cases of COVID-19 have reached 26,095 (12,441 males and 13,654 females), and 237 persons have died from the viral illness, as at December 4.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,984 (67.4 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 138,096 (51 per cent of the total population or 60.5 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, December 3 — 172 new COVID-19 Cases and no death recorded.

 DEC 4, 2021 

The number of positive COVID-19 cases recorded on Friday, December 3, was 172 – 81 males and 91 females. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,454 tests.

The new cases consist of 35 persons under the age of 18, and 137 who were 18 years and older.  There were 340 people in isolation facilities, and 2,137 in home isolation. A total of 234 lives were lost to the virus, as at December 3.

The public health laboratory has carried out 441,823 tests since February last year, and recorded 25,964 cases (12,378 males and 13,586 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,907 (67.4 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 137,922 (50.9 per cent of the total population or 60.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, December 2 — 165 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 DEC 3, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 165 new COVID-19 cases – 82 males and 83 females – on Thursday, December 2, from the 1,234 tests conducted.

Of the new cases, 34 persons were under the age of 18, and 131 were 18 years and older. A total of 328 people were in isolation facilities, and 2,238 were in home isolation.

A 61-year-old unvaccinated man passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. There were 234 deaths from the virus, as at December 2.

The public health laboratory has carried out 440,369 tests since February last year, and recorded 25,792 cases (12,297 males and 13,495 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,816 (67.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 137,485 (50.7 per cent of the total population or 60.2 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, December 1 — 198 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 DEC 2, 2021

There were 198 people (96 males and 102 females) who tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, December 1. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,827 tests.

Of the new cases, 49 persons were under the age of 18, and 149 were 18 years and older. A total of 394 people were in isolation facilities, and 2,370 were in home isolation.

Two persons died from the virus on Wednesday; a 22-year-old man who was unvaccinated, and a 51-year-old woman who was fully vaccinated. They both died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at December 1, there were 233 COVID-19 deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 439,135 tests since February last year, and recorded 25,627 cases (12,215 males and 13,412 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,670 (67.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 136,988 (50.5 per cent of the total population or 60 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, November 30 — 113 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 DEC 1, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 113 positive COVID-19 cases – 54 males and 59 females – on Tuesday, November 30.  The facility conducted 777 tests.

The new cases comprised 22 persons under the age of 18, and 91 who were 18 years and older. A total of 416 people were in isolation facilities, and 2,469 were in home isolation.

Two women, an unvaccinated 57-year-old, and a partially vaccinated 83-year-old, died from the virus on Tuesday at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  As at November 30, there were 231 deaths from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 437,308 tests since February last year, and recorded 25,429 cases (12,119 males and 13,310 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,586 (67.2 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 136,759 (50.5 per cent of the total population or 59.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, November 29 — 164 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 NOV 30, 2021 

One hundred and sixty-four new COVID-19 cases, 74 males and 90 females, were recorded on Monday, November 29. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory carried out 1,165 tests.

The positive cases comprised 40 persons under the age of 18, and 124 who were 18 years and older. The number of people in isolation facilities was 457, while 2,601 were in home isolation.

An unvaccinated 28-year-old woman died from COVID-19 on Monday.  She succumbed to the viral illness at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. COVID-19 deaths, as at November 29, stood at 229.

Since February last year, the public health laboratory has conducted 436,531 tests, and recorded 25,316 COVID-19 cases (12,065 males and 13,251 females).

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,582 (67.2 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 136,754 (50.5 per cent of the total population or 59.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, November 28 — 114 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded.

 NOV 29, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has recorded 114 new cases (47 males and 67 females) of COVID-19.  There were 845 tests conducted on Sunday, November 28.

Twenty-six individuals are under the age of 18, and the other 88 are 18 and older. There are 463 persons in isolation facilities and 2,734 in home isolation.

The number of lives lost to COVID-19 has moved to 228, following the deaths of three women, aged 61, 70, and 94.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 25,152 confirmed cases of the viral illness, comprising 11,991 males and 13,161 females. The public health laboratory has carried out 435,366 tests.

To date, 153,576 persons (67.2 per cent of the eligible population) have received their first dose under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. 

A total of 136,750 others (50.5 per cent of the total population, or 59.9 per of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, November 27 — 115 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 NOV 28, 2021 

A total of 115 positive COVID-19 cases, 50 males and 65 females, were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Saturday, November 27.  The number of tests conducted was 1,003.

Of the new cases, 20 persons were under the age of 18, and 95 were 18 years and older. There were 505 people in isolation facilities, and 3,190 in home isolation.

Two people died on Saturday. A 53-year-old woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and an 85-year-old man succumbed to the virus at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility. They were both unvaccinated. As at November 27, there were 225 COVID-19 deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 434,521 tests since February last year, and recorded 25,038 cases (11,944 males and 13,094 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,571 (67.2 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 136,738 – 59,061 males and 77,677 females (50.5 per cent of the total population or 59.9 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, November 26 — 154 new COVID-19 Cases and 4 deaths recorded.

 NOV 27, 2021 

Sixty-six males and 88 females are Barbados’ latest COVID-19 cases. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,346 tests on Friday, November 26.

Of these 154 new cases, 19 are under the age of 18 and the remaining 135 are 18 years and older. There are 524 people in isolation facilities, and 3,379 others in home isolation.

Barbados has recorded 24,923 cases (11,894 males and 13,029 females) of the viral illness since the start of the pandemic. The number of lives lost to the virus, as at November 26, stands at 223. The public health laboratory has performed 433,518 tests, to date.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153, 459 (67.2 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 136,474 (50.4 per cent of the total population or 59.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, November 25 — 154 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded.

 NOV 26, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 154 positive cases of COVID-19 – 74 males and 80 females – on Thursday, November 25. Tests conducted numbered 1,364.

Of the new cases, 33 persons were under the age of 18, and 121 were 18 years and older. There were 563 people in isolation facilities, and 3,818 in home isolation.

Three people died on Thursday; two men, aged 78 and 94, died at the Harrison’s Point and Queen’s College Isolation Facilities, and a 43-year-old woman passed away at the Accident and Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.  They were all unvaccinated. As at November 25, COVID-19 had claimed 219 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 432,172 tests since February last year, and recorded 24,769 cases (11,828 males and 12,941 females) of COVID-19.            

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,391 (67.2 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 136,103 (50.2 per cent of the total population or 59.6 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, November 24 — 183 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 NOV 26, 2021 

There were 183 positive COVID-19 cases, 82 males and 101 females, reported for Wednesday, November 24.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory carried out 1,431 tests.

The new cases comprised 38 persons under the age of 18, and 145 who were 18 years and older. A total of 570 people were in isolation facilities, and 4,095 in home isolation.

One person died from the virus on Wednesday.  A 91-year-old woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  She was unvaccinated. As at November 24, the number of people who died from the viral illness was 216.

The public health laboratory has carried out 430,808 tests since February last year, and recorded 24,615 cases (11,754 males and 12,861 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,261 (67.1 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 135,721 (50.1 per cent of the total population or 59.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, November 23 — 198 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 NOV 24, 2021

A total of 198 people – 89 males and 109 females – were diagnosed as COVID-19 positive by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Tuesday, November 23. The facility conducted 1,610 tests.

Of the new cases, 41 persons were under the age of 18, and 157 were 18 years and older. There were 635 people in isolation facilities, and 7,125 in home isolation.

Two persons died from the virus on Tuesday. A 67-year-old unvaccinated man, and a partially vaccinated 90-year-old woman both passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. As at November 23, 215 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 429,377 tests since February last year, and recorded 24,432 cases (11,672 males and 12,760 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,165 (67.1 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 135,475 (50 per cent of the total population or 59.3 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, November 22 — 290 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 NOV 23, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 290 positive COVID cases – 128 males and 162 females – on Monday, November 22.  The facility conducted 1,669 tests.

Of the new cases, 43 persons were under the age of 18, and 247 were 18 years and older. There were 682 people in isolation facilities, and 7,429 in home isolation.

Two women, aged 77 and 78, died on Monday, at the Blackman and Gollop and Queen’s College Isolation Facilities, respectively.  They were both fully vaccinated.  As at November 22, the virus had claimed 213 lives.

The public health laboratory has carried out 427,767 tests since February last year, and recorded 24,234 cases (11,583 males and 12,651 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 153,017 (67 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 135,089 (49.8 per cent of the total population or 59.1 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, November 21 — 149 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 NOV 22, 2021 

New COVID-19 cases reported for Sunday, November 21, numbered 149 – 63 males and 86 females. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,241 tests.

The positive cases comprised 33 persons under the age of 18, and 116 who were 18 years and older. There were 715 people in isolation facilities, and 7,531 in home isolation.

One person died from the virus on Sunday; a 93-year-old woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. She was fully vaccinated. As at November 21, 211 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 426,098 tests since February last year, and recorded 23,944 cases (11,455 males and 12,489 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 152,928 (67 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 134,847 (49.8 per cent of the total population or 59 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, November 20 — 172 new COVID-19 Cases and 4 deaths recorded.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 — By Sheena Forde-Craigg —– BGIS

A total of 172 new COVID-19 cases, 80 males and 92 females, were reported for Saturday, November 20. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,360 tests.

The new positives comprise 30 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 142 who are 18 years and older.

There were 804 people in isolation facilities, and 7,553 in home isolation.

Barbados’ confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 23,795 (11,392 males and 12,403 females). Four persons – three males, aged 67, 67, and 83, and one 82-year-old female – succumbed to the viral illness, bringing the number of deaths, as at November 20, to 210.

The public health laboratory has carried out 424,857 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 152,756 (66.9 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of people who are fully vaccinated is 134,530 (49.6 per cent of the total population or 58.9 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, November 19 — 197 new COVID-19 Cases and no deaths recorded.

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The number of new COVID-19 positive cases recorded on Friday, November 19, was 197 – 97 females and 100 males.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,611 tests.

The new cases consist of 42 persons under the age of 18, and 155 who were 18 years and older. There were 854 people in isolation facilities, and 7,664 in home isolation.

No deaths were recorded on Friday, so the total number of people who have died from the virus, as at November 19, is 206.

Barbados’ confirmed cases of COVID-19 have reached 23,623 (11,312 males and 12,311 females). The public health laboratory has carried out 423,497 tests since February last year.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 152,592 (66.8 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of people who are fully vaccinated is 133,226 (49.5 per cent of the total population or 58.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, November 18 — 251 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded.

 NOV 19, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 251 new COVID-19 cases – 119 females and 132 males – on Thursday, November 18.  The facility conducted 1,656 tests.

Of the new cases, 46 individuals are under the age of 18 and the other 205 are 18 years and older. There were 840 people in isolation facilities, and 7,634 in home isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 23,426 cases of the viral illness, comprising 11,212 males and 12, 214 females.

COVID-19 has claimed 206 lives, as at November 18. The latest victim is a 96-year-old Barbadian woman who died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Thursday.  She was partially vaccinated.

The public health laboratory has conducted 421,886 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the number of persons who have received at least one dose is 152,374, or 66.7 per cent of the eligible population. A total of 133,835 persons (49.4 per cent of the total population, or 58.6 per cent of the eligible population) are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, November 17 — 252 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded.

 NOV 18, 2021 

A total of 252 positive COVID-19 cases, 108 males and 144 females, were recorded on Wednesday, November 17, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  The facility conducted 1,681 tests.

Of the new cases, 70 persons were under the age of 18, and 182 were 18 years and older. There were 841 people in isolation facilities, and 7,573 in home isolation.

One person died – a 73-year-old Barbadian woman passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  She was unvaccinated. As at November 17, 205 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 420,230 tests since February last year, and recorded 23,175 cases (11,080 males and 12,095 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 152,195 (66.6 per cent of the eligible population). 

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 133,458 (49.2 per cent of the total population or 58.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, November 16 — 284 new COVID-19 Cases and Seven deaths recorded.

 NOV 17, 2021

There were 284 people – 119 males and 165 females – identified as COVID-19 positive on Tuesday, November 16.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,590 tests.

Of the new cases, 56 persons were under the age of 18, and 228 were 18 years and older. There were 923 people in isolation facilities, and 7,512 in home isolation.

Seven deaths were recorded – five men aged, 36, 58, 67, 75 and 77, and one woman died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, while an 89-year-old woman passed away at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility. They were all unvaccinated. As at November 16, 204 people had died from the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 418,549 tests since February last year, and recorded 22,923 cases (10,972 males and 11,951 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 152,095 (66.6 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 133,284 (49.2 per cent of the total population or 58.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, November 15 — 323 new COVID-19 Cases and Three deaths recorded.

 NOV 16, 2021 

The number of positive COVID-19 cases recorded on Monday, November 15, was 323 – 158 males and 165 females.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,830 tests.

The new cases consist of 59 persons under the age of 18, and 264 who were 18 years and older. There were 991 people in isolation facilities, and 7,437 in home isolation.

Three deaths were recorded – an 89-year-old woman, who was dead on arrival at the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department on November 12; a 68-year-old woman, who died at A&E on November 14, and a 78-year-old man who passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility on Monday. They were unvaccinated. As at November 15, 197 lives were lost to the virus.

The public health laboratory has carried out 416,959 tests since February last year, and recorded 22,639 cases (10,853 males and 11,786 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 151,882 (66.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 132,777 (49 per cent of the total population or 58.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, November 14 — 223 new COVID-19 Cases and One death recorded.

NOV 15, 2021 

A total of 223 people, 101 males and 122 females, were identified as COVID-19 positive on Sunday, November 14, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. Tests conducted numbered 1,229.

The new positives comprised 42 persons who were under the age of 18, and 181 who were 18 years and older. There were 927 people in isolation facilities, and 7,419 in home isolation.

One person, a 64-year-old man, succumbed to the virus on Sunday, while at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. He was unvaccinated.  As at November 14, 194 lives have been lost to the virus.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 151,799 (66.5 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 132,610 (49 per cent of the total population or 58.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

The public health laboratory has carried out 415,129 tests since February last year and recorded 22,316 cases (10,695 males and 11,621 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For For Saturday November 13 — 216 new COVID-19 Cases and Two deaths recorded.

 NOV 14, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has recorded 216 new cases – 80 males and 136 females – of COVID-19 on Saturday, November 13.  There were 1,446 tests conducted.

Of the new cases, 43 persons were under the age of 18, and 173 were 18 years and older.

The number of persons in isolation facilities was 975, and in home isolation, 7,365.

Barbados’ confirmed cases of COVID-19 have reached 22,093 (10,594 males and 11,499 females), and 193 persons have died from the viral illness, as at November 13.

The public health laboratory has carried out 413,900 tests since February last year. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 151,634 (66.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 132,284 (48.8 per cent of the total population or 57.9 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, November 12 — 282 new COVID-19 Cases and no deaths recorded.

 NOV 13, 2021

A total of 282 positive COVID-19 cases,116 males and 166 females, were identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Friday, November 12.  The facility conducted 1,668 tests.

Of the new cases, 49 persons were under the age of 18, and 233 were 18 years and older. There were 970 people in isolation facilities, and 6, 942 in home isolation.

The public health laboratory has carried out 412,454 tests since February last year and recorded 21,877 cases (10,514 males and 11,363 females) of COVID-19. There have been 191 deaths.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 151,530 (66.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 132,034 (48.7 per cent of the total population or 57.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, November 11 — 284 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 SATURDAY NOV 12, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified a total of 284 persons, 130 males and 154 females, as COVID-19 positive on Thursday, November 11. The facility conducted 1,659 tests.

Of the new cases, 56 persons were under the age of 18, and 228 were 18 years and older. There were 962 people in isolation facilities, and 6,803 in home isolation.

Two deaths were reported on Thursday – two Barbadian males, who were both unvaccinated. One of the men, aged 79 years old, died at the Harrison’s Point facility, while the other male who was 86 years old, died at the Blackman and Gollop facility. As at November 11, 191 lives have been lost to the virus.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 151,323 (66.3 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 131,630 (48.6 per cent of the total population or 57.6 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

The public health laboratory has carried out 410,786 tests since February last year and recorded 21,595 cases (10,398 males and 11,197 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, November 10 — 300 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 NOV 11, 2021 

There were 300 new COVID-19 cases, 145 males and 155 females, reported for Wednesday, November 10. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,910 tests.

The new positives comprise 66 persons who are under the age of 18, and 234 who are 18 years and older. There are 937 people in isolation facilities, and 6,522 in home isolation.

There were two deaths recorded on Wednesday- two Barbadian males, ages 84 and 80 years old, who died at the Blackman and Gollop and the Harrison’s Point Isolation facility, respectively. They were both unvaccinated. Confirmed deaths as at November 10, stand at 189.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 151,082 (66.2 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated is 131,187 (48.4 per cent of the total population or 57.4 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

Since the beginning of the pandemic, the public health laboratory has carried out 409,127 tests and recorded 21,311 cases (10,268 males and 11,043 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, November 9 — 335 new COVID-19 Cases and 4 deaths recorded.

 NOV 10, 2021

A total of 335 people, 155 males and 180 females, were identified as COVID-19 positive on Tuesday, November 9, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  The facility conducted 2,078 tests.

Of the new cases, 79 persons were under the age of 18, and 256 were 18 years and older. There were 899 people in isolation facilities, and 6,413 in home isolation.

Four deaths were reported on Tuesday – two females and two males.  One female was 88 years old; she died in the Accident and Emergency Department on Sunday, November 7. The other female, aged 60, passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. The two males were 87 and 89 years old. They were all unvaccinated.  As at November 9, 187 lives had been lost to the virus.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 150,914 (66.1 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 130,910 (48.3 per cent of the total population or 57.3 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

The public health laboratory has carried out 407,217 tests since February 2020 and confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 21,011 (10,123 males and 10,888 females).

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, November 8 — 411 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 NOV 9, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,255 tests and recorded 411 new COVID-19 cases, 185 males and 226 females, on Monday, November 8.  

Of this number, 98 persons were under the age of 18, and 313 were 18 years and older. There were 896 people in isolation facilities, and 6,661 in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded – a 90-year-old Barbadian woman, who died at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility on November 7, and a 79-year-old Barbadian man, who died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation facility. They were both unvaccinated.  Their deaths bring the number of persons who have died from COVID-19 to 183, as at November 8.

The total number of persons vaccinated with at least one dose under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 is 150,639 (66 per cent of the eligible population). A total of 130,367 persons (48.1 per cent of the total population or 57.1 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

The public health laboratory has carried out 405,139 tests since February 2020 and recorded 20,676 confirmed cases (9,968 males and 10,708 females) of the viral illness.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday November 7 — 196 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 NOV 8, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 196 new COVID-19 cases, 82 males and 114 females, on Sunday, November 7, and conducted 1,163 tests. 

The new positives comprised 43 persons who were under the age of 18, and 153 who were 18 years and older. There were 915 people in isolation facilities, and 6,780 in home isolation.

One death was recorded, that of a 46-year-old Barbadian male who died at the Accident and Emergency department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He was unvaccinated. As at November 7, 2021, the number of deaths from the viral illness was 181.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 150,437 (65.9 per cent of the eligible population). A total of 129,966 persons (48 per cent of the total population or 57 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

The public health laboratory has carried out 402,884 tests since the beginning of the pandemic and recorded 20,265 confirmed cases (9,783 males and 10,482 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday November 6 — 238 new COVID-19 Cases and 8 deaths recorded.

 NOV 7, 2021

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The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,503 tests and reported 238 new COVID-19 cases -111 females and 127 males – on Saturday, November 6.

The new positives comprised 45 persons, who were under the age of 18, and 193 who were 18 years and older.

There were 928 individuals in isolation facilities, and 6,513 in home isolation.

Eight deaths were recorded on Saturday.  There were two females, aged 76 and 89, who were partially vaccinated and unvaccinated, respectively.  They both died at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility.  Of the six males, there were a 54-year-old, two 62-year-olds, one aged 67, and the other two were 91 years old.  One male was fully vaccinated, another partially vaccinated and the other four were unvaccinated.  As of November 6, 180 lives have been lost to COVID-19.

 Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 150,271 (65.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 129,689 (47.9 per cent of the total population or 56.8 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

The public health laboratory has carried out 401,721 tests since February 2020, and recorded 20,069 cases (9,701 males and 10,368 females) of the viral illness. 

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COVID-19 Update For Friday November 5 — 315 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded on COVID-19

 NOV 6, 2021 

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The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 315 new COVID-19 cases, 158 males and 157 females, on Friday, November 5, and conducted 1,946 tests. 

The new positives comprised 67 persons, who were under the age of 18, and 248 who were 18 years and older.

There were 927 people in isolation facilities, and 6,471 in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded – a Barbadian male, aged 72, who was fully vaccinated, and another Barbadian male, aged 74, who was unvaccinated.  The two men passed away at the Blackman and Gollop and Harrison’s Point Isolation Facilities, respectively. Their deaths bring the number of persons who have died from COVID-19 to 172, as at November 5.

 Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 150,015 (65.7 per cent of the eligible population).  A total of 129,280 persons (47.7 per cent of the total population or 56.6 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

The public health laboratory has carried out 400,218 tests since the beginning of the pandemic, and recorded 19,831 confirmed cases (9,574 males and 10,257 females) of COVID-19.

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SATURDAY — NOV 6, 2021 — Five More Persons Die From COVID-19

BY GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS | CORONA VIRUS, TOP STORIES

Five more persons have lost their battle with COVID-19.

On Friday, November 5, a 72-year-old fully vaccinated male died at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility, while a 74-year-old unvaccinated male passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.

This morning, an unvaccinated 62-year-old man died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and at the Blackman and Gollop Facility, two women, aged 76 and 89, who were partially vaccinated and unvaccinated, respectively, succumbed to the virus. The number of persons who have died as a result of COVID-19 in Barbados is now 175.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to the bereaved.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, November 4 — 328 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded on COVID-19 Update For Thursday November 4

 NOV 5, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 328 new COVID-19 cases, 146 males and 182 females, on Thursday, November 4, and conducted 1,892 tests. 

The new positives comprised 99 persons, who were under the age of 18, and 229 who were 18 years and older.

There were 926 people in isolation facilities, and 6,403 in home isolation.

Three deaths were recorded – two Barbadian females aged 58 and 61, and a 71-year-old Barbadian male.  These patients passed away in primary isolation at the Harrison’s Point facility.  They were unvaccinated.  Their deaths bring the number of persons who have died from COVID-19, as at November 4, to 170.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 149,799 (65.6 per cent of the eligible population).  A total of 128,816 persons (47.5 per cent of the total population or 56.4 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

The public health laboratory has carried out 398,272 tests since the beginning of the pandemic and recorded 19,516 confirmed cases (9,416 males and 10,100 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, November 4 — 336 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded on Wednesday November 3.

NOV 4, 2021 

A total of 336 new cases of COVID-19 were reported by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Wednesday, November 3.  The facility conducted 2,096 tests.

The new positives consisted of 156 males and 180 females.  Of these, 74 individuals were under the age of 18, and the other 262 were 18 years and older.

There were 869 persons in isolation facilities, and 6,096 in home isolation.

Three deaths were recorded on Wednesday – two Barbadian women, aged 33 and 53, who were both unvaccinated. The third death was that of a 61-year-old Barbadian man who was fully vaccinated.  They all passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  These three deaths bring the number of lives lost to the virus to 167, as at November 3.

To date, 149,534 persons – 65.5 per cent of the eligible population – have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine under the National Vaccination Programme. 

A total of 128,216 persons (47.3 per cent of the total population or 56.1 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Since February 2020, the public health laboratory has carried out 396,380 tests and recorded 19,188 confirmed cases (9,270 males and 9,918 females) of the viral illness.

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Two Die From COVID-19

THURSDAY – NOV 4, 2021

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

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

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to their family and friends.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, November 2 — 393 new COVID-19 Cases and 6 deaths recorded.

NOV 3, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted a total of 1,966 tests and recorded 393 positives – 168 males and 225 females on Tuesday, November 2. 

Of this number, 88 persons were under the age of 18, and 305 were 18 years and older. There were 797 people in isolation facilities, and 5,845 in home isolation.

Six deaths were recorded on Tuesday – three males, aged 72, 81 and 94, and three females, aged 62, 88 and 91. One of the individuals was fully vaccinated; the others were unvaccinated.  Their deaths bring the number of lives lost to the viral illness to 164, as at November 2.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 149,355 persons – 65.4 per cent of the eligible population – have received at least one dose of the vaccine. A total of 127,847 persons (47.2 per cent of the total population or 56 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Barbados has conducted 394,284 tests and recorded 18,852 confirmed cases (9,114 males and 9,738 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, November 1. — 436 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths recorded.

 NOV 2, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 436 new COVID-19 cases, 219 males and 217 females, on Monday, November 1.  

Of this number, 97 persons were under the age of 18, and 339 were 18 years and older.  The facility conducted 2,265 tests. There were 815 people in isolation facilities, and 5,885 in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded on Monday –  a 70-year-old Haitian female and a 92-year-old Barbadian male.  They were both unvaccinated. Their deaths bring the number of lives lost to the viral illness to 158, as at November 1.

To date, 149,174 persons – 65.3 per cent of the eligible population – have received at least one dose of the vaccine under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  A total of 127,311 persons (47 per cent of the total population or 55.7 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has conducted 392,318 tests and recorded 18,459 confirmed cases (8,946 males and 9,513 females) of COVID-19.  

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, October 31 — 260 new COVID-19 Cases and 3 deaths recorded.

 NOV 1, 2021 

The number of new COVID-19 cases reported for Sunday, October 31, is 260 – 131 males and 129 females.   The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,293 tests. 

The new positives consist of 61 persons who are under the age of 18, and 199 who are 18 years and older. There are 803 people in isolation facilities, and 5,755 in home isolation.

Three deaths were recorded – two Barbadian females, one aged 69, who passed away on October 29, and  an 81-year-old. The third death is that of a 70-year-old Barbadian male. They were all unvaccinated. The number of people who have died from COVID-19 as at October 31, is 156.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 149,019 (65.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

A total of 126,914 persons (46.8 per cent of the total population or 55.6 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated.  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Barbados has carried out 390,053 tests and recorded 18,023 confirmed cases (8,727 males and 9,296 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, October 30 — 298 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 OCT 31, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 298 new COVID-19 cases, 149 males and 149 females, on Saturday, October 30, and conducted 1,658 tests.

The new positives comprise 64 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 234 who are 18 years and older.

There are 808 people in isolation facilities, and 5,296 in home isolation.

One death was reported, that of an 85-year-old Barbadian male. He was unvaccinated.

Confirmed deaths, as of October 30, 2021, stand at 153.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 148,757 (65.1 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 126,355 (46.6 per cent of the total population or 55.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

The public health laboratory has carried out 388,760 tests since February 2020 and recorded 17,763 COVID-19 cases – 8,596 males and 9,167 females.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, October 29 — 314 new COVID-19 Cases and 1 death recorded.

 OCT 30, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 314 new cases – 143 males and 171 females – of COVID-19 on Friday, October 29.  There were 2,101 tests conducted on that day.

Of the positive cases, 68 persons were under the age of 18, and the other 246 were 18 years and older. There were 807 persons in isolation facilities, and 5,087 in home isolation. As at October 29, there were 152 deaths attributed to the viral illness.

The number of persons who have received at least one dose of the vaccine under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 stands at 148,469 (65 per cent of the eligible population). 

A total of 125,663 persons (46.4 per cent of the total population or 55 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Since the start of the pandemic, the public health laboratory has conducted 387,102 tests, and recorded a total of 17,465 confirmed cases (8,447 males and 9,018 females) of COVID-19. 

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, October 28 — 369 new COVID-19 Cases and no deaths were recorded.

Thursday OCT 29, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 369 new cases – 159 males and 210 females – of COVID-19 on Thursday, October 28. There were 2,313 tests conducted.

Of the positive cases, 90 persons were under the age of 18, and the other 279 were 18 years and older. There were 784 persons in isolation facilities, and 5,382 in home isolation. As at October 28, there were 151 deaths attributed to the viral illness.

The number of persons who have received at least one dose of the vaccine under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 stands at 148,227 (64.9 per cent of the eligible population).  

A total of 124,798 persons (46 per cent of the total population or 54.6 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Since the start of the pandemic, the public health laboratory has conducted 385,001 tests and recorded a total of 17,151 confirmed cases (8,304 males and 8,847 females) of COVID-19. 

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, October 27, is 358 new COVID-19 Cases and 2 deaths were recorded.

COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, October 27
BY GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS | OCT 28, 2021 | CORONA VIRUS, TOP STORIES

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 358 new COVID-19 cases, 185 males and 173 females, on Wednesday, October 27.

Of this number, 72 persons were under the age of 18, and 286 were 18 years and older. The facility conducted 2,275 tests. There were 748 people in isolation facilities, and 4,976 in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded on Wednesday – a 55-year-old male, and a 63-year-old male, who died on October 26, but was subsequently confirmed positive for COVID-19. They were both unvaccinated. Their deaths bring the number of lives lost to the viral illness to 151 as at October 27.

To date, 147,978 persons – 64.8 per cent of the eligible population – have received at least one dose of the vaccine under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.

A total of 124,043 persons (45.8 per cent of the total population or 54.3 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has conducted 382,688 tests and recorded 16,782 confirmed cases (8,145 males and 8,637 females) of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, October 26, is 391 positives cases and 6 deaths were recorded.

 OCT 27, 2021

A total of 391 persons were identified as COVID-19 positive on Tuesday, October 26, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The lab conducted 2,078 tests. 

Of the 184 males and 207 females comprising the new cases, 81 persons are under the age of 18, and 310 are 18 years and older. There are 740 people in isolation facilities, and 4,674 in home isolation.

Six persons died from the virus yesterday- four Barbadian females aged 54, 82, 85 and a 97-year-old who died October 24, but was subsequently confirmed positive, and two males aged 51 and 87. They were all unvaccinated.  These deaths bring the total number of deaths from COVID-19 to 149, as at October 27.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded from March 2020 stand at 16,424 (7,960 males and 8,464 females), and the total number of tests since February last year is 380,413.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 147,702 (64.7 per cent of the eligible population). A total of 123,217 persons (45.5 per cent of the total population or 54 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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 COVID-19 Update for Monday, October 25, is 445 positives cases and 4 deaths were recorded.

OCT 26, 2021 

The number of new COVID-19 cases reported for Monday, October 25, is 445 – 229 males and 216 females. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,223 tests. 

The new positives consist of 87 persons who are under the age of 18, and 358 who are 18 years and older. There are 768 people in isolation facilities, and 4,693 in home isolation.

Four deaths were recorded – three Barbadian females aged 40, 58 and 81 and a 53-year-old Vincentian male. They were all unvaccinated. Their deaths bring the number of persons who have died from COVID-19, as at October 25, to 143.

Barbados has recorded 16,033 confirmed cases (7,776 males and 8,257 females) of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic in March last year. The public health laboratory carried out a total of 378,335 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 147,436 (64.6 per cent of the eligible population).  A total of 122,666 persons (45.3 per cent of the total population or 53.7 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated.  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, October 24 — A total of 247 positives and Nine deaths were recorded.

 OCT 25, 2021

A total of 247 positives – 111 males and 136 females – are the latest COVID-19 cases. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,255 tests on Sunday, October 24 and a total of 376, 112 tests since March 2020.

The new positives comprise 49 persons who are under the age of 18, and 198 who are 18 years and older. There are 788 people in isolation facilities, and 4,952 in home isolation.

Nine deaths were recorded for Sunday – five females, aged 54, 59, 61, 64 and 65, and four males, aged 62, 65, 71 and 93. Two persons (one male and one female) were fully vaccinated and seven unvaccinated. Their deaths bring the number of persons who have succumbed to the virus to 139, as at October 24.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 15,588 confirmed cases (7,547 males and 8,041 females) of COVID-19.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 147,118 (64.4 per cent of the eligible population).  A total of 121,827 persons (45 per cent of the total population or 53.3 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated.  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

Ministry of Health and Wellness

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, October 23 — 291 new COVID-19 cases & 2 Deaths.

OCT 24, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 291 new COVID-19 cases, 150 males and 141 females, on Saturday, October 23.  The facility conducted 2,638 tests.

The new positives comprise 65 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 226 who are 18 years and older. There are 794 people in isolation facilities, and 4,514 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 15,341 (7,436 males and 7,905 females).  As of October 23, 130 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 374,857 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 146,877 (64.3 per cent of the eligible population).  The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 121,347 (44.8 per cent of the total population or 53.1 per cent of the eligible population).  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, October 22 — 297 new COVID-19 cases & 4 Deaths.

OCT 23, 2021 

A total of 297 new COVID-19 cases, 140 males and 157 females, were reported for Friday, October 22. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,299 tests.

The new positives comprise 60 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 237 who are 18 years and older. There were 671 people in isolation facilities, and 4,029 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 15,050 (7,286 males and 7,764 females).  To date, 128 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 372,219 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 146,575 (64.2 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 120,715 (44.5 per cent of the total population or 52.9per cent of the eligible population). 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

Ministry of Health and Wellness

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, October 21 — 427 new COVID-19 cases & 2 deaths today Friday 22 Oct…..xxxx. COVID-19 Summary Of Deceased – October 15 – 21

 OCT 22, 2021 

A total of 427 new COVID-19 cases, 239 males and 188 females, were reported for Thursday, October 21. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,555 tests.

The new positives comprise 70 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 357 who are 18 years and older. There are 638 people in isolation facilities, and 3,896 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 14,753 (7,146 males and 7,607 females).  As at October 21, 124 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 369,920 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 146,302 (64.1 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 119,876 (44.2 per cent of the total population or 52.5 per cent of the eligible population).  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

Ministry of Health and Wellness

Barbados Records Two More COVID-19 Deaths

OCT 22, 2021 

Two more COVID-19 deaths were reported for today, Friday, October 22.

A 63-year-old man died in primary isolation at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and an 89-year-old man passed away while at home. Both were unvaccinated. Their deaths bring to 126 the number of lives lost to the viral illness.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to the bereaved.

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COVID-19 Summary Of Deceased – October 15 – 21

Of the 16 COVID-related deaths which occurred in Barbados during the week October 15 to 21, nine (56 per cent) were males. Their ages ranged from 29 to 93, with the median age of 65.  

Underlying illnesses or comorbidities were found in 69 per cent of the deceased, with seven (43 per cent) having multiple comorbidities.  

The two main comorbidities reported were diabetes and hypertension, with one person having had cancer and one being asthmatic. All of the deceased were unvaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, October 20 — 392 new COVID-19 cases & 1 Death.

 OCT 21, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 392 new COVID-19 cases, 209 males and 183 females, on Wednesday, October 20.  The facility conducted 2,830 tests.

The new positives comprise 68 persons, who are under the age of 18, and 324, who are 18 years and older. There are 617 people in isolation facilities, and 3,666 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 14,326 (6,907 males and 7,419 females).  To date, 124 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 367,365 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 146,106 (64 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 119,195 (44 per cent of the total population or 52.2 per cent of the eligible population).  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, October 19 — 381 new COVID-19 cases and 3 Deaths recorded.

BY GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS | OCT 20, 2021 | CORONA VIRUS, TOP STORIES

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 381 new COVID-19 cases, 170 males and 211 females, on Tuesday, October 19.  The facility conducted 2,331 tests.

The new positives comprise 79 persons who are under the age of 18, and 302 who are 18 years and older. There are 636 people in isolation facilities, and 3,422 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 13,934 (6,698 males and 7,236 females). To date, 123 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 364,535 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 145,885 (63.9 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 118,537 (43.7 per cent of the total population or 51.9 per cent of the eligible population).  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, October 18 —382 new COVID-19 cases & 1 – Death.

OCT 19, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 382 new COVID-19 cases, 189 males and 193 females, on Monday, October 18. The facility conducted 2,711 tests.

The new positives comprise 92 persons who are under the age of 18, and 290 who are 18 years and older. There are 617 people in isolation facilities, and 3,283 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 13,553 (6,528 males and 7,025 females).  As of October 18, 120 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 362,204 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 145,648 (63.8 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 117,900 (43.5 per cent of the total population or 51.6 per cent of the eligible population).  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, October 17 — 203 new COVID-19 cases – NO DEATHS.

PICTURED ABOVE — VIEW OF PARLIAMENT ACROSS CHAMBERLAIN BRIDGE – BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS.

OCT 18, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 203 new COVID-19 cases, 87 males and 116 females, on Sunday, October 17. The facility conducted 1,913 tests.

The new positives comprise 52 persons who are under the age of 18, and 151 who are 18 years and older. There are 595 people in isolation facilities, and 3,269 in home isolation.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 13,171 (6,339 males and 6,832 females). To date, 119 lives have been lost to the virus. The public health laboratory has carried out 359,493 tests since February 2020.  

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 145,339 (63.6 per cent of the eligible population). The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 117,020 (43.2 per cent of the total population or 51.2 per cent of the eligible population). 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, October 16 — 195 new Covid cases & 5 Deaths recorded.

 OCT 17, 2021 

The Best-Dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 195 new COVID-19 cases, 90 males and 105 females, on Saturday, October 16.  The facility conducted 2,355 tests.

Of this number, 43 were under age 18, and 152 persons were 18 years and older. There are currently 589 persons in isolation facilities, and 3,221 in home isolation.

Five deaths were recorded on Saturday, October 16 – three women, aged 60, 66 and 74, and two men, 69 and 70 years old. They were all unvaccinated. Their deaths bring the number of lives lost to the viral illness to 119.

Barbados has recorded 12,968 cases of COVID-19 (6, 252 males and 6, 716 females) since the start of the pandemic. The public health laboratory has carried out 357,580 tests.

To date, 144,981 people – 63.5 per cent of the eligible population – have received at least one dose of the vaccine under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  A total of 116,514 persons (43 per cent of the total population or 51 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated. 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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Three More COVID-19 Deaths For October 16

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Three more Barbadians died from COVID-19 on Saturday, October 16.

A 60-year-old female died in primary isolation at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.

Two individuals, a 69-year-old male and a 74-year-old female, died at the Accident and Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.  They were all unvaccinated.

This brings the total number of deaths from the viral illness to 119.

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COVID-19 Update For Friday, October 15- 346 new cases & Seven More Deaths recently.

 OCT 16, 2021 

A total of 346 persons – 169 males and 177 females – are the latest COVID-19 cases.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,231 tests on Friday, October 15.

The 346 new cases comprise 92 persons under the age of 18, and 254 who are 18 years and older. There are currently 601 persons in isolation facilities, and 2,728 in home isolation.

Five deaths were recorded for Friday – two women, aged 50 and 87, and three men, aged 51, 59, and 93. They were all unvaccinated.  Their deaths bring the number of persons who have died from the virus to 114, as at October 15.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 12,773 confirmed cases (6,162 males and 6,611 females) of the viral illness. The public health laboratory has carried out 355,225 tests.

To date, 144,569 people – 63.3% of the eligible population – have received first doses under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, and 116,084 persons (42.8 % of the total population or 50.8 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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Seven Barbadians, five men and two women, have lost their battle with COVID-19.

The deaths occurred over a three-day period. On Thursday, October 14, a 59-year-old man died at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident & Emergency Department.

Four of the deaths happened on Friday, October 15. A 50-year-old woman and a 51-year-old man both passed away at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility. A 93-year-old man died at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility, and an 87-year-old woman succumbed to the virus while at the Queen’s College Isolation Facility.

Additionally, two people died today, Saturday, October 16.  A woman, 66 years old, and a man, aged 70, passed away from the viral illness this morning at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility.  All of the deceased were unvaccinated. The deaths from COVID-19 have now reached 116.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to their family and friends.

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COVID-19 Update For Thursday, October 14 – 322 new COVID-19 cases & 1 Death.

 OCT 15, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory reported 322 new COVID-19 cases, 154 males and168 females, on Thursday, October 14.  The facility conducted 2,724 tests.

The new positives comprise 72 persons who are under the age of 18, and 250 who are 18 years and older. There are 576 people in isolation facilities, and 2,756 in home isolation.

One woman, aged 32, died at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility. She was unvaccinated. To date, there have been 109 deaths.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded, since March last year, stand at 12,427 (5,993 males and 6,434 females). The public health laboratory has carried out 352,994 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 144,074 (63.1 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 115,187 (42.5 per cent of the total population or 50.4 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update For Wednesday, October 13 —- 320 people was COVID-19 positive and Five deaths .

 OCT 14, 2021 

A total of 320 people were identified as COVID-19 positive on Wednesday, October 13, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. Tests conducted numbered 2,551.

Of the 133 males and 187 females who make up the new cases, 69 persons are under the age of 18, and 251 are 18 years and older. There are 578 people in isolation facilities, and 2,519 in home isolation.

Five people died from the virus yesterday – three men aged 49, 56 and 92, and two women aged 50 and 73. Two of the deceased were fully vaccinated and three unvaccinated. The death toll from COVID-19 is 108.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded from March last year stand at 12,105 (5,839 males and 6,266 females). The public health laboratory has conducted 350,270 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 143,661 (62.9 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 114,570 (42.3 per cent of the total population or 50.2 per cent of the eligible population).   The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Tuesday, October 12 —-311 new COVID-19 cases recorded & 2 Deaths.

BARBADOS: Two Added To COVID-19 Death Toll

Wednesday OCT 13, 2021 

Two Barbadian women are the latest COVID-19 casualties.

A 50-year-old passed away this afternoon ( OCT 13, 2021 ) while in primary isolation at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and a 73-year-old died this afternoon in the Accident & Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Both were unvaccinated. The number of deaths from the virus is now 106.            

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

 OCT 13, 2021 

There were 311 new COVID-19 cases recorded on Tuesday, October 12. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,473 tests.

Of the 155 females and 156 males who tested positive, 69 persons were under the age of 18, and 242 people were 18 years and older. There are 541 people in isolation facilities, and 2,273 in home isolation.

Two persons, a 69-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman, died at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  There were 103 deaths as at Tuesday, October 12.

Since March 2020, confirmed COVID-19 cases have reached 11,785 (5,706 males and 6,079 females). The public health laboratory has conducted 347,719 tests, to date.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, the total number of persons with at least one dose is 143,151 (62.7 per cent of the eligible population).  

The total number of persons who are fully vaccinated is 113,850 (42 per cent of the total population or 49.8 per cent of the eligible population). The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Monday, October 11 – 342 new COVID-19 cases and 3 Deaths.

OCT 12, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory reported 342 new COVID-19 cases, 164 males and 178 females, on Monday, October 11.  The facility conducted 2,781 tests.

The new cases comprise 82 persons under the age of 18, and 260 people who are 18 years and older. There are 537 people in isolation facilities, and 2,284 in home isolation.

Three deaths were confirmed – a 59-year-old woman and an 88-year-old man, who passed away at the Accident & Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, and a 76-year-old man died at Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  All of them were unvaccinated.  The death toll from the virus is 101.

Barbados has documented 11,474 confirmed cases (5,550 males and 5,924 females) of COVID-19, since March last year. The public health laboratory has conducted 345,246 tests, since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 142,623 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines have been administered (62.4 per cent of the eligible population). To date, 113,022 persons, 41.7 per cent of the total population or 49.5 per cent of the eligible population, have received second doses and are now fully vaccinated.  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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Two Barbadian women are the latest COVID-19 casualties.

A 50-year-old passed away this afternoon while in primary isolation at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, and a 73-year-old died this afternoon in the Accident & Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Both were unvaccinated. The number of deaths from the virus is now 106.            

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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Three COVID-19 Deaths On Monday, October 11.

Barbados has now recorded 101 deaths from COVID-19, after three persons died from the virus on Monday, October 11.

A 59-year-old woman and an 88-year-old man died in the Accident & Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. They were unvaccinated.

Additionally, a 76-year-old man succumbed to the virus at Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  He was unvaccinated.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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COVID-19 Update For Sunday, October 10 —- 214 New Cases & 4 Deaths.

 OCT 11, 2021 

COVID-19 cases recorded for Sunday, October 10, number 214. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,706 tests.

Of the 94 males and 120 females who tested positive, 55 persons are under the age of 18, and 159 are 18 years and older. There are 565 people in isolation facilities, and 2,088 in home isolation.

Four persons aged 73, 80, 69 and 74 died from the virus. Two were vaccinated and two unvaccinated.

Since March 2020, confirmed cases of the virus have reached 11,132 (5,386 males and 5,746 females), and there have been 98 deaths. The public health laboratory has carried out 342,465 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 142,182 people have received first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines.  A total of 112,162 persons (41.4 per cent of the total population or 49.1 per cent of the eligible population) have had their second dose and are now fully vaccinated.

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For Saturday, October 9 – 251 New Cases & 4 Deaths.

SUNDAY –  OCT 10, 2021 

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Two hundred and fifty-one new COVID-19 cases, 111 males and 140 females, were recorded on Saturday, October 9.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,249 tests.

The new positives consist of 69 persons under the age of 18, and 182 people who are 18 years and older.

There are 579 people in isolation facilities, and 1,947 in home isolation.

Four deaths were recorded – three Barbadians, aged 60, 69, and 85, and a 59-year-old St. Lucian national. They were all unvaccinated.

There have been 10,918 confirmed COVID-19 cases (5,292 males and 5,626 females) since the start of the pandemic in March last year. The number of deaths from the viral illness, as at October 9, was 94.

The laboratory has carried out 340,759 tests since February 2020. Public health officials have administered 141,820 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines.  A total of 111,734 persons – 47,046 males and 64,688 females – have received second doses and are fully vaccinated.  This number represents 41.2 per cent of the total population or 48.9 per cent of the eligible population. The eligible population comprises persons who are 12 years and older. 

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Second Covid-19 Death Reported For Sunday

SUNDAY – OCT 10, 2021

A 73-year-old Barbadian man is the second person to die as a result of COVID-19 today, Sunday, October 10.  And, he is the sixth recent death to be recorded.

He passed away this morning while in tertiary isolation at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility and was fully vaccinated.  His death brings to 96, the number of persons who have died from the virus since March 2020.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended sincere condolences to the loved ones of the decease

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COVID-19 Claims Five More Victims

SUNDAY – OCT 10, 2021

Four Barbadians and a St. Lucian national have died as a result of COVID-19.

An 80-year-old Barbadian man died today, Sunday, October 10, while in primary isolation at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility.  He was fully vaccinated.      

Two persons, a 69-year-old man and an 85-year-year-old woman, both Barbadians, passed away on Saturday, October 9, at Harrison Point.  They were unvaccinated.

The deaths of a 59-year-old woman, a St. Lucian national, who succumbed to the virus at the Accident & Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, and a 60-year-old Barbadian man, who died in the community, were also reported.  Both were unvaccinated.

The tally of COVID-19 deaths now stands at 95. Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended sincere condolences to their family and friends.

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COVID-19 Update 284 New Cases & Two COVID-19 Deaths Reported

 OCT 9, 2021 

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The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 284 new COVID-19 cases, 129 males and 155 females, on Friday, October 8.  Tests carried out numbered 2,389.

The new cases comprise 56 persons under the age of 18, and 228 people who are 18 years and older.

There are 519 people in isolation facilities, and 2,082 in home isolation.

Two persons died from the virus, a 55-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman. Both were unvaccinated.  Ninety lives have been lost to COVID-19

Confirmed cases of the virus recorded, since March 2020, have reached 10,667 (5,181 males and 5,486 females).

The public health laboratory has conducted 338,510 tests, to date.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 141,307 people have been given first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines. The number of persons who have received second doses and are now fully vaccinated is 111,214, which is 41 per cent of the total population or 48.7 per cent of the eligible population. The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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Two COVID-19 Deaths Reported

Two persons have been added to the COVID-19 death toll.

A 55-year-old Barbadian man died from the virus on Thursday, October 7. He was in primary isolation at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility and was unvaccinated.  The death of a 61-year-old unvaccinated woman was also reported.

To date, 90 people have died from COVID-19 in Barbados.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, has extended sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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COVID-19 Update For October 7, 2021 —- 301 new cases of COVID-19 & 2 Deaths.

 OCT 8, 202

A total of 301 new cases of COVID-19 were reported by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Thursday, October 7. The facility conducted 2,334 tests.

The new positives consist of 141 males and 160 females.  Of these, 81 individuals are under the age of 18, and the other 220 are 18 years and older. There are 553 persons in isolation facilities, and 1,951 in home isolation.

Two deaths were recorded on Thursday: a 78-year-old woman, and a 36-year-old man. Both passed away at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility and were unvaccinated.

Barbados has recorded 10,383 confirmed COVID-19 cases (5,052 males and 5,331 females) since March 2020.  The number of lives lost to the virus is 88, as at October 7. The public health laboratory has carried out 336,121 tests since February last year.  

To date, 140,616 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme.  A total of 110,616 people (40.8 per cent of the total population or 48.4 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated. 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update For October 6, 2021 —- 259 New Cases, 647 In Isolation Facilities,1491 in Home Isolation and 1 Death

 OCT 7, 2021 

There were 259 new COVID-19 cases, 129 males and 130 females, reported on Wednesday, October 6.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,165 tests.

The new positives consist of 65 persons under the age of 18, and 194 people, who are 18 years and older. There are 647 people in isolation facilities and 1,491 in home isolation.

A 75-year-old man passed away from COVID-19 on Wednesday, at the Blackman and Gollop Isolation Facility. He had pre-existing medical conditions and was unvaccinated.

Barbados has recorded 10,082 confirmed COVID-19 cases (4,911 males and 5,171 females) since March 2020. Eighty-six persons have died from the viral illness, as at October 6. The public health laboratory has carried out 333,787 tests since February last year.  

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 140,159 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines have been administered.  A total of 109,785 people (40.5 per cent of the total population or 48.1 per cent of the eligible population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated. 

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older. 

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COVID-19 Update: 300 New Cases, 803 In Isolation, 1 Death

 OCT 6, 2021 

A total of 300 people, 125 males and 175 females, were identified as COVID-19 positive on Tuesday, October 5, by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The facility conducted 2,349 tests.

The new cases comprise 50 persons under the age of 18, and 250 people who are 18 years and older. There are 803 people in isolation facilities. This figure does not include those persons isolating at home.

A 91-year-old woman died as a result of the virus on Tuesday, while at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility. She had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.

Since the first case was reported in March 2020, 9,823 cases of the virus (4,782 males and 5,041 females) have been confirmed. There have been 85deaths. The public health laboratory has, to date, carried out 331,622 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 139,644 persons have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, while 108,963 people (40.2 per cent of the total population or 47.7 per cent of the eligible population), have received their second dose and are therefore fully vaccinated.  

The eligible population represents those persons who are 12 years and older.

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COVID-19 Update: 318 New Cases, 926 In Isolation Facilities, 3 Deaths

 OCT 5, 2021 

The number of new COVID-19 cases reported for Monday, October 4, is 318 – 159 males and 159 females.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,786 tests.

The new positives consist of 69 persons under the age of 18, and 249 people who are 18 years and older. There are 926 people in isolation facilities. This figure does not include those persons isolating at home.

Two Barbadians, a 92-year-old woman, who had no known co-morbidities, and a 96-year-old man with a pre-existing condition, died from the virus on Monday, while at the Blackman and Gollop and Harrison Point isolation facilities, respectively. Both were unvaccinated.

Tests results received on Monday, also confirmed that an 82-year-old woman, who passed away at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Sunday, died from COVID-19.  She had co-morbidities and was also unvaccinated. The viral illness has, so far, claimed 84 lives.

Barbados has recorded 9,523 confirmed cases of the virus (4,657 males and 4,866 females) since the start of the pandemic in March last year. The public health laboratory carried out 329,273 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 139,149 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines have been administered.  Additionally, 108,222 people, or 39.9 per cent of the population, have received second doses and are, therefore, fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update: 195 New Cases, 996 In Isolation, 2 Deaths ——- Barbadian Woman Succumbs To COVID-19

 OCT 4, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 195 new cases of COVID-19, 94 males and 101 females, on Sunday, October 3.  The facility conducted 1,835 tests.

The new positives comprise 151 people who are 18 years old and over, and 44 under the age of 18. There are 996 persons in isolation.

The island recorded two deaths on Sunday. A 64-year-old St. Lucian man died after spending seven days in primary isolation at the Harrison Point facility. He had no pre-existing conditions and was unvaccinated.

 The second casualty was a 70-year-old Barbadian woman who died yesterday afternoon in primary isolation at Harrison Point where she had been for nine days. She had an underlying illness and was unvaccinated.

Confirmed cases of the virus since March 2020, have reached 9,205 (4,498 males and 4,707 females).  The death toll from COVID-19 is 81. The laboratory has, to date, carried out 326,487 tests.

Public health officials have administered 138,666 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines under the National Vaccination Programme, while 107,470 persons (39.7 per cent of the population) have received second doses and are, therefore, fully vaccinated.

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The number of deaths from COVID-19 has risen to 81.

A 70-year-old Barbadian woman died yesterday afternoon at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility after spending nine days in primary isolation. She had a pre-existing condition and was unvaccinated.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel, Jeffrey Bostic, extends sincere condolences to her family and friends.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 218 New Cases, One Death, 1,021 In Isolation

OCT 3, 2021 

 A total of 218 new COVID-19 cases (92 males and 126 females) were recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Saturday, October 2.  The facility conducted 2,176 tests.

The 218 new cases comprise 51 persons under the age of 18, and 167 who are 18 years old and older.

There are currently 1,021 persons in insolation.

A 52-year-old woman died from the viral illness on Saturday.  She had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 9,010 confirmed cases of the viral illness (4,404 males and 4,606 females), and 79 deaths, as at October 2.

The public health laboratory has carried out 324,652 tests. To date, 138,060 people have received first doses under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  Meanwhile, 107,056 or 39.5 per cent of the population have received second doses, and are fully vaccinated.

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Barbados Records 79th COVID-19 Death

 OCT 2, 2021 

A 52-year-old Barbadian woman is the island’s 79th COVID-19 casualty.

She passed away this afternoon (Saturday, October 2), after spending nine days in isolation. She had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 183 New Cases, 1,075 In Isolation

OCT 2, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory identified 183 new cases – 89 males and 94 females – of COVID-19 on Friday, October 1.  There were 2,199 tests conducted.

Of the positive cases, 34 persons are under 18 years, and the other 149 are age 18 and older. There are 1,075 people in isolation.

Since March 2020, Barbados has recorded 8,792 confirmed cases (4,312 males and 4,480 females) of COVID-19, and 78 deaths. The public health laboratory has performed 322,476 tests.

To date, 137,138 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. The number of persons who have received their second dose has moved to 106, 679. This figure represents 39.4 per cent of the population who are now fully vaccinated against the virus.

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 OCT 1, 2021 

BARBADOS:COVID-19 Update: 228 New Cases, 4 Deaths, 1,080 In Isolation & COVID-19 Deaths Move To 78

Barbados recorded two COVID-19 related deaths on the evening of Thursday, September 30.

They are a 79-year-old female, who passed away in the primary isolation section at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility, where she had been a patient for 22 days, and an 81-year-old male, who died at the Accident and Emergency Department. Both had comorbidities and were unvaccinated.

Their deaths bring to 78 the number of lives lost to the viral illness.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the bereaved.

There were 228 new cases (103 males and 125 females) of COVID-19 recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory on Thursday, September 30. The facility conducted 2,531 tests.

Of those testing positive, 60 persons are under 18 years old, and 168 are age 18 and older. There are currently 1,080 persons in isolation.

Four persons, who all had comorbidities, passed on Thursday. Three of them, a 47-year-old male, a 79-year-old female, and an 81-year old female were unvaccinated. A 67-year-old female was fully vaccinated.  Their deaths bring the number of persons who have died from the virus to 78.

Since March 2020, Barbados has 8,609 confirmed cases – 4223 males and 4,386 females – of COVID-19. A total of 320,277 tests were performed by the public health laboratory. 

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 136,034 first doses were administered, and 105,881 persons, or 39.1 per cent of the population, have received second doses and are fully vaccinated. 

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SEP 30, 2021

COVID-19 Update: 201 New Cases, 5 Deaths, 995 In Isolation &

COVID-19 Deaths Rise To 76

COVID-19 has claimed the lives of five more Barbadians.

Three more deaths were recorded on Wednesday, September 29. One is a 58-year-old man, who died at the Accident and Emergency Department.  He was unvaccinated.

The other two, a 55-year-old man and a 65-year-old woman, were both patients at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. They had comorbidities and were unvaccinated.

Another two persons died this morning (Thursday, September 30).  A 47-year-old man, who had comorbidities and was unvaccinated, and a 67-year-old woman. She also had comorbidities and was fully vaccinated.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Ninety-four males and 107 females are the island’s latest COVID-19 cases. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,427 tests on Wednesday, September 29.

Of these 201 new cases, 39 individuals are under the age of 18, and the remaining 162 are 18 years and older. There are 995 persons in isolation.

Five deaths were recorded on Wednesday: an 85-year-old woman and four men aged 52, 55, 58, and 65. They were unvaccinated. As at September 29, the number of deaths is 74.

Barbados has recorded 8,381 confirmed cases of the viral illness, since March 2020. The public health laboratory has performed 317,746 tests.

A total of 135,036 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. To date, 104,912 persons (38.7 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 199 New Cases, 858 In Isolation. COVID-19 Death Toll Moves To 71

 SEP 29, 2021 

COVID-19 Death Toll Moves To 71

Two more Barbadians lost their battle with COVID-19 this morning, while at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.

The first victim is a 52-year-old man, who passed away in the primary isolation section, where he was a patient at the institution for three days. He had no chronic illnesses and was unvaccinated.

The second is an 85-year-old woman, who was in secondary isolation for 10 days. She had comorbidities and was unvaccinated. The death toll from the virus now stands at 71.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the bereaved.

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A total of 199 new COVID-19 cases (96 males and 103 females) have been identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  There were 2,351 tests conducted on Tuesday, September 28.

These new cases comprise 65 individuals under the age of 18, and 134 others who are 18 years and older. There are 858 patients in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 8,180 confirmed cases (4,026 males and 4,154 females) of the viral illness, and 69 deaths, as at Tuesday. The public health laboratory has performed 315,319 tests.

To date, 134,122 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  So far, 103,846 persons (38.3 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 217 New Cases, 1,093 Isolation & Barbados Records 69th COVID-19 Death

 SEP 28, 2021 

A total of 217 new COVID-19 cases have been reported by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The facility conducted 2,382 tests on Monday, September 27.

The cases comprise 103 males and 114 females. Of these individuals, 44 are under the age of 18, and the other 173 are 18 years and older. There are 1,093 patients in isolation.

The number of lives lost to the virus has reached 69, following the death of a 63-year-old Barbadian man on Monday at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  He was unvaccinated.

Barbados has recorded 7,981 confirmed cases (3,930 males and 4,051 females) of COVID-19, since March 2020. The public health laboratory has performed 312,968 tests.

To date, 133,446 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. The number of persons who have received their second dose has moved to 103,143.  This figure represents 38.1 per cent of the population who are now fully vaccinated against the virus.

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Barbados Records 69th COVID-19 Death

 SEP 28, 2021 

A 63-year-old Barbadian man died from COVID-19 on Monday, September 27, while in the primary isolation section at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  He had been a patient at the institution for 11 days, and was unvaccinated.

His death brings to 69, the number of lives lost to the viral illness. Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 188 New Cases, 1 Death, 1,062 In Isolation

 Monday SEP 27, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 188 new COVID-19 cases, comprising 91 males and 97 females.  A total 1,746 tests were conducted on Sunday, September 26.

Of these new cases, 53 are in the 18 and under age category, and the other 135 are 18 years and older. There are 1,062 persons in isolation.

One death was recorded yesterday, that of a 47-year-old woman who was unvaccinated.

Barbados has recorded 7,764 confirmed cases of the viral illness (3,827 males and 3,937 females) and 68 deaths, since March 2020.  The public health laboratory has performed 310,586 tests.            

A total of 132,681 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  To date, 102,267 persons (37.7 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS : COVID-19 Update: 175 New Cases, 1,037 In Isolation, 3 Deaths —– & —– 68 Covid-19 Deaths Recorded In Barbados

 SEP 26, 2021 

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Eighty-six females and 89 males are the latest COVID-19 cases.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,085 tests on Saturday, September 25.  Of the 175 new cases, 43 persons are under the age of 18, and 132 are 18 years and older. 

There are 1,037 patients in isolation.

Three persons passed away on Saturday.  They were all females, aged 50, 66, and 84, who had comorbidities and were unvaccinated. 

Barbados has recorded 7,576 confirmed cases (3,736 males and 3,840 females) of the viral illness, and 67 deaths, as at Saturday.  

The public health laboratory has performed 308,840 tests. A total of 132,267 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  

To date, 101,857 persons, which represents 37.6 percent of the population, have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated. 

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68 Covid-19 Deaths Recorded In Barbados

 SUNDAY — SEP 26, 2021

Two more persons in Barbados have died from COVID-19, bringing the number of deaths to 68.

A 50-year-old female passed away last night on arrival at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility.  She had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.  

Another female, who was 47 years old, succumbed to the viral illness this morning at the facility.   She also had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 169 New Cases, 974 In Isolation & Barbados Records 66th Covid-19 Death

 SEP 25, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 169 new cases – 70 males and 99 females – on Friday, September 24.  The facility conducted 1,990 tests.

Of the 169 new cases, 36 persons are under the age of 18, and 131 are 18 years and older. The ages of two persons are unknown. There are 974 patients in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 7,401 confirmed cases (3,647 males and 3,754 females) of the viral illness, and 64 deaths, as at Friday. The public health laboratory has performed 306,755 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, a total of 131,039 first doses have been administered. To date, 101,374 persons (37.4 percent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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Barbados Records 66th Covid-19 Death

 SEP 25, 2021 

Another Barbadian woman has succumbed to COVID-19, bringing the recorded deaths to 66.

The 66-year-old, who was in primary isolation at Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility for three days, died this morning.  She had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.  

Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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COVID-19 Update: 167 New Cases, 857 In Isolation, 1 Death

SEP 24, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 167 new cases, comprising 78 males and 89 females.  There were 2,081 tests conducted on Thursday, September 23.

Thirty-eight of these individuals are under the age of 18, and the remaining 129 are in the 18 and older age category. There are 857 patients in isolation.

A 55-year-old Guyanese woman passed away on Thursday, after spending 22 days in isolation. Her death brings to 64, the number of lives lost to the viral illness.

Since March 2020, Barbados has recorded 7,232 cases (3,577 males and 3,655 females). The public health laboratory has performed 304,765 tests.

The number of first doses administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 is 130,046. To date, 100,802 persons (37.2 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 161 New Cases, 896 In Isolation, 1 Death

SEP 23, 2021 

A total of 161 new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The facility conducted 2,205 tests on Wednesday, September 22.

The new cases comprise 67 males and 94 females. Forty-three of these individuals are under the age of 18, and 118 are in the 18 and older age category. There are 896 patients in isolation.

The death toll from the virus now stands at 63. The latest casualty is a 53-year-old man, who died on Tuesday, September 21.  His COVID-19 test result, which was received on Wednesday, September 22, came back positive. He had comorbidities and was unvaccinated.

Barbados has recorded 7,065 cases of the viral illness (3,499 males and 3,566 females) since March 2020. The public health laboratory has performed 302,684 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 128,969 first doses have been administered, so far. To date, 99,921 persons have received their second dose, which translates to 36.9 per cent of the population being fully vaccinated against the virus.

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COVID-19 Update: 168 New Cases, 881 In Isolation, 3 Deaths

 SEP 22, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 168 new cases of COVID-19.  A total of 1,628 tests were conducted on Tuesday, September 21.

The new cases comprise 81 males and 87 females. Thirty-three persons are under the age 18, and 134 are 18 years and older. The age of one person is unknown. There are 881 people in isolation.

The virus claimed three lives on Tuesday, September 21, pushing the death toll to 62. The deceased are three males, aged 68, 81, and 87, all of whom had comorbidities and were unvaccinated.

To date, Barbados has recorded 6,904 cases – 3,432 males and 3,472 females – of the viral illness. The public health laboratory has performed 300,479 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 128,161 first doses have been administered. So far, 99,117 persons (36.6 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 105 New Cases, 835 In Isolation

 SEP 21, 2021

Fifty-two males and 53 females are the island’s latest COVID-19 cases. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,957 tests on Monday, September 20.

Of the 105 new cases, 25 persons are under the age of 18, and 79 are 18 years and older. The age of one person is unknown. There are 835 patients in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 6,736 confirmed cases (3,351 males and 3,385 females) of the viral illness, and 59 deaths since March 2020. The public health laboratory has performed 298,851 tests.

A total of 127,457 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  To date, 98,366 persons (36.3 percent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 104 New Cases, 866 In Isolation, 1 Death —– COVID-19 Claims 59th Victim

 SEP 20, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 104 new cases of COVID-19, comprising 38 males and 66 females. The facility conducted 1,430 tests on Sunday, September 19.

Of these new cases, 23 persons are under 18 years, and the remaining 81 are 18 and older. There are now 866 patients in isolation.

A 50-year-old St. Lucian woman, who resided in Barbados, died on Sunday, September 20.  She was unvaccinated.  Her death brings to 59, the number of people who have lost their lives to the virus.

Barbados has recorded 6,631 cases of COVID-19 (3,299 males and 3,332 females) since March 2020.  The public health laboratory has performed 296,894 tests.

A total of 126,623 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. To date, 97,818 persons (36.1 per cent of the population) are fully vaccinated having received their second dose.

COVID-19 Claims 59th Victim

 SEP 20, 2021 

Another life has been lost to COVID-19.

A 50-year-old St. Lucian woman, who resided in Barbados, died on Sunday, September 19, at the Harrison’s Point Isolation Facility. She spent eight days in primary isolation. She had co-morbidities and was unvaccinated.

The death toll from the virus now stands at 59. The Minister of Health and Wellness, Lieutenant-Colonel Jeffrey Bostic extends condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 74 New Cases, 837 In Isolation

SEP 19, 2021 

Seventy-four persons – 35 males and 39 females – are the latest COVID-19 cases.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,759 tests on Saturday, September 18.

The 74 new cases comprise 11 persons under the age of 18, and 62 who are 18 years and older.  The age of one person is unknown.

There are currently 837 persons in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 6,527 confirmed cases of the viral illness (3,261 males and 3,266 females), and 58 deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 295,464 tests. To date, 125,925 people have received first doses under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, and 97,580 persons (36 % of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update: 110 New Cases, 850 In Isolation, 3 Deaths

SEP 17, 2021 

Forty-eight males and 62 females are the island’s latest COVID-19 cases.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,787 tests on Thursday, September 16.

Of these 110 new cases, 30 persons are under the age of 18, and the remaining 80 are 18 years and older. There are 850 people in isolation.

Three men, ages 51, 93, and 73 died on Thursday. They were unvaccinated. Their deaths bring to 57, the number of lives lost to the virus. Since March 2020, Barbados has recorded 6,358 cases, comprising 3,177 males and 3,181 females. The public health laboratory has performed 292,019 tests.

To date, 123,950 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. A total of 97,050 persons (35.8 percent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS:COVID-19 Update: 71 New Cases, 828 In Isolation, 1 Death

 SEP 16, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 71 new cases. There were 2,132 tests conducted on Wednesday, September 15.

The new cases comprise 33 females and 38 males. Twenty-one are under the age of 18, while 50 are 18 and older. The number of people in isolation is 828.

A 97-year-old woman passed away on Wednesday, after spending four days in isolation. She was unvaccinated.

Barbados has recorded 6,248 confirmed cases of the virus (3,119 females and 3,129 males) and 54 related deaths, since March 2020. The public health laboratory has performed 290,232 tests.            

A total of 123,255 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. To date, 96,715 persons (35.7 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 124 New Cases, 752 In Isolation, 1 Death

 SEP 15, 2021 

Barbados has recorded 124 new COVID-19 cases, comprising 51 males and 73 females. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1710 tests on Tuesday, September 14.

Of these new cases, 21 are under the age of 18, and the remaining 103 are 18 years and over. There are 752 persons in isolation.

Meanwhile, a 60-year-old Barbadian man is the 53rd person to die from the virus. He passed away on Tuesday while at the Accident and Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He was unvaccinated.

Since March 2020, the island has recorded 6,177 confirmed cases (3,086 females and 3,091 males). The public health laboratory has performed 288,100 tests.

To date, 122,509 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  A total of 96,629 people (35.7 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 69 New Cases, 735 In Isolation

 SEP 14, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 69 new cases of COVID-19, comprising 30 females and 39 males. There were 1,771 tests conducted on Monday, September 13.

Of these latest cases, 16 persons are under the age of 18, and the other 53 are 18 years and older. There are 735 patients in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 6,053 confirmed cases (3,013 females and 3,040 males) since March 2020.  Fifty-two lives have been lost to the viral illness. The public health laboratory has performed 286,390 tests.

A total of 121,643 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. To date, 96,507 persons (35.6 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS:COVID-19 Update: 78 New Cases, 738 In Isolation

 SEP 13, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 78 new cases of COVID-19, comprising 36 males and 42 females. There were 1,328 tests conducted on Sunday, September 12.

Of these new cases, 22 persons are under the age of 18 and 56 are 18 years and older. There are 738 people in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, the island has recorded 5,984 confirmed cases of the viral illness (2,983 females and 3,001 males). There have been 52 deaths. The public health lab has performed 284,619 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 120,863 first doses have been administered. A total of 96,392 persons (35.6 per cent of the population) have received their second doses and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 62 New Cases, 697 In Isolation 

SEP 12, 2021 

Sixty-two persons –  29 females and 33 males – are the latest COVID-19 cases.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 2,100 tests on Saturday, September 11.

The 62 new cases comprise 46 persons who are 18 years old and over, and 16 under the age of 18.

There are currently 697 persons in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 5,906 confirmed cases of the viral illness (2,941 females and 2,965 males), and 52 deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 283,291 tests. To date, 120,269 people have received first doses under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, and 96,345 persons have received second doses, and are fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update: 85 New Cases, 719 In Isolation, 1 Death

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 108 Cases, 690 In Isolation

 SEP 10, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 108 new cases of COVID-19, comprising 51 males and 57 females.  The facility conducted 1,582 tests on Thursday, September 9.

Of these new cases, 83 persons are 18 years and older, while 23 are under the age of 18.  There are two persons whose ages are unknown. There are now 690 persons in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 5,759 confirmed cases of the virus (2,858 females and 2,901 males) and 51 deaths. The public health laboratory has performed 279, 853 tests.

A total of 118,811 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19. Meanwhile, 96,158 persons (35.5 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated. 

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 78 New Cases, 636 In Isolation

SEP 9, 2021  — BGIS

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 78 new cases of COVID-19, 36 males and 42 females.  The facility conducted 1,387 tests on Wednesday, September 8.

The new positives comprise 60 people who are 18 years old and over, 17 under the age of 18, and one person whose age is unknown. There are 636 persons in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 5,651 confirmed cases of the virus (2,801 females and 2,850 males) since March 2020.  The death toll from COVID-19 is 51. The public health laboratory has, to date, carried out 278,271 tests.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 117,968 first doses of the vaccines have been administered, while 95,932 people (35.4 per cent of the population) have been given second doses and are now fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 69 New Cases, 569 In Isolation

 SEP 7, 2021

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 69 new cases of COVID-19, 30 females and 39 males.  The facility conducted 1,303 tests on Monday, September 6.

The new positives comprise 48 people who are 18 years-old and over, 20 under the age of 18, and one individual whose age is unknown. There are 569 persons in isolation.

Since March 2020, Barbados has recorded 5,486 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,719 females and 2,767 males).  The death toll from the virus is 51.

The public health laboratory has, to date, carried out 275,511 tests. First doses administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 number 116,546.  

Meanwhile, 95,661 persons, or 35.3 per cent of the population, have received second doses of the vaccines and are now fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update: 68 New Cases, 546 In Isolation

SEP 6, 2021 

Sixty-eight new COVID-19 cases, 28 males and 40 females, have been identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The number of tests conducted on Sunday, September 5, was 1,118.

 The new positives include 61 persons who are 18 years old and over, and seven who are under the age of 18. There are currently 546 people in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 5,417 confirmed cases of the virus (2,689 females and 2,728 males) since the start of the pandemic in March 2020, and there have been 51 deaths. The public health laboratory has carried out 274,208 tests since February last year.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 115,606 people have received first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines, while 95,444 persons (35.2 per cent of the population) have received second doses and are now fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 101 Cases, 506 In Isolation

  SEP 5, 2021

One hundred and one people, 39 males and 62 females, have been identified as COVID-19 positive by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  The facility conducted 2,827 tests on Saturday, September, 4.

The new cases comprise 72 persons who are 18 years old and over, 26 under the age of 18, and three individuals whose ages are unknown.

The number of people in isolation is 506.

There have been 5,349 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,649 females and 2,700 males) since the start of the pandemic in March 2020.  The virus has claimed 51 lives.

To date, 273,090 tests have been carried out by the laboratory. Public health officials have administered 115,060 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines as part of the National Vaccination Programme.  Meanwhile, 95,351 people – 39,707 males and 55,644 females – have been given second doses and are, therefore, fully vaccinated.  This figure represents 35.2 per cent of the population.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 65 New Cases, 484 In Isolation

 SEP 4, 2021 — GOVERNMENT OF BARBADOS PRESS RELEASE.

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has recorded 65 new cases of COVID-19, 29 males and 36 females.  Tests carried out on Friday, September 3, numbered 2,139.

The new positives consist of 50 persons who are 18 years old and over, and 15 under the age of 18.

There are currently 484 people in isolation.

Since March 2020, 5,248 confirmed cases of the virus (2,587 females and 2,661 males) have been recorded.  The death toll from the viral illness is 51.

The public health laboratory has conducted 270,263 tests, since February last year. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 114,491 first doses of the vaccines have been administered, while 95,286 people (35.2 per cent of the population) have received second doses and are now fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 31 New Cases, 425 In Isolation

 SEP 3, 2021 

Thirty-one people – 15 males and 16 females – are the latest COVID-19 cases.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,557 tests on Thursday, September 2.

The 31 new cases comprise 25 persons who are 18 years old and over, and six under the age of 18.

There are currently 425 persons in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 5,183 confirmed cases of the viral illness (2,551 females and 2,632 males), and 51 deaths.

The public health laboratory has carried out 268,124 tests. To date, 113,404 people have received first doses under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  Meanwhile, 95,035 persons (35.1 per cent of the population) have received second doses, and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 80 New Cases, 413 In Isolation

 SEP 2, 2021 

Eighty new COVID-19 cases, 36 males and 44 females, have been identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  There were 2,544 tests conducted on Wednesday, September 1.

The new cases comprise 65 people who are 18 years old and over, and 15 under the age of 18.

There are 413 persons in isolation.

Confirmed cases of the virus recorded since March last year have reached 5,152 (2,535 females and 2,617 males).  Fifty-one lives have been lost to COVID-19.

To date, the public health laboratory has carried out 266,567 tests. Under the National Vaccination Programme, 112,329 people have received first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines.  Additionally, 94,803 persons (35 per cent of the population) have been administered second doses and are now fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 40 New Cases, 370 In Isolation, One Death

 SEP 1, 2021 

A 65-year-old Barbadian woman is the 51st person to die from COVID-19. She passed away on Tuesday, August 31, after reporting to the Accident and Emergency Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The deceased had comorbidities and she is not recorded as having been vaccinated.

The Ministry of Health and Wellness extends sincere condolences to her family and friends.

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory recorded 40 new cases of the virus (18 females and 22 males). Of these, 29 persons were 18 years old and over, while 11 were under 18.

The number of tests conducted on Tuesday was 1,665.

There are currently 370 people in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 5,072 confirmed COVID-19 cases (2,491 females and 2,581 males) since March 2020.

The public health laboratory has carried out 264,023 tests since February 2020.

Under the National Vaccination Programme, 111,148 persons have received first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines. To date, 94,687 second doses have been administered. This figure represents 34.9 per cent of the population

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 64 New Cases, 339 In Isolation

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Sixty-four people, 30 males and 34 females have been identified by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory as COVID-19 positive.  The facility conducted 1,979 tests on Monday, August 30.

The new cases consist of 51 persons who are 18 years old and over, and 13 individuals under the age of 18.

The number of people in isolation is 339.

There have been 5,032 confirmed cases of the virus (2,473 females and 2,559 males) recorded since the start of the pandemic in March last year.  Fifty persons have died from the virus.

The laboratory has, to date, carried out 262,358 tests. Public health officials have administered 109,905 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines, while 94,361 people, or 34.8 per cent of the population, have received second doses and are, therefore, fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 50 New Cases, 230 In Isolation, One Death

 AUG 29, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 50 new cases of COVID-19 – 24 males and 26 females. Tests carried out on Saturday, August 28, numbered 1,886.

Of the 50 new positives, 40 persons are over 18 years old and 10 are under the age of 18.  

One person, a 58-year-old woman, passed away from the virus yesterday after spending eight days in isolation.  She had no underlying conditions and was unvaccinated.  Her death brings the number of casualties from COVID-19 to 49.

There are currently 230 people in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 4,931 confirmed cases of the viral illness (2,418 females and 2,513 males) since March last year.

The public health laboratory has, to date, conducted 259,396 tests.            

The National Vaccination Programme has seen 107,838 people receive first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines, while 93,773 persons – 39,023 males and 54,750 females – have been given second doses.  Those who are fully vaccinated represent 34.6 per cent of the population

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 92 New Cases, 212 In Isolation

 AUG 28, 2021 

Ninety-two persons, 42 males and 50 females, were identified as COVID-19 positive by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory. The facility conducted 1,699 tests on Friday, August 27.

There are currently 212 people in isolation.

There have been 4,881 confirmed cases of the virus (2,392 females and 2,489 males) recorded since the start of the pandemic in March 2020. Forty-eight people have died from COVID-19.

The public health laboratory has carried out 257,510 tests since February last year.

Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 107,122 first doses of the vaccine have been administered. Additionally, 93,587 people, or 34.5 per cent of the population, have received second doses and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 48 New Cases, 203 In Isolation

 AUG 27, 2021 

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Forty-eight people, 19 males and 29 females, have been diagnosed with COVID-19 by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  The facility conducted 1,802 tests on Thursday, August 26.

There are now 203 people in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 4,789 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,342 females and 2,447 males) since March 2020.  The number of deaths from the virus remains at 48.

To date, the laboratory has conducted 255,811 tests.            

Public health officials have administered 106,178 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines under the National Vaccination Programme, while 93,220 persons (34.4 per cent of the population) have received second doses and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS:COVID-19 Update: 21 New Cases, 183 In Isolation 

AUG 26, 2021

Twenty-one people, 11 males and 10 females, have been identified as COVID-19 positive by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  The facility conducted 1,398 tests on Wednesday, August 25.

The number of people in isolation is 183.

Barbados has recorded 4,741 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,313 females and 2,428 males) since March 2020.  The death toll from the virus is 48.

To date, the laboratory has carried out 254,009 tests.
 
Public health officials have administered 105,664 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccines under the National Vaccination Programme.  
Additionally, 92,706 persons (34.2 per cent of the population) have received second doses and are fully vaccinated. 

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COVID-19 Update: 26 New Cases, 176 In Isolation

 AUG 25, 2021 

Twenty-six new cases of COVID-19, 14 males and 12 females, have been recorded by the Best-dos Santos Public Health laboratory.  Tests carried out on Tuesday, August 24, numbered 1,301.

There are currently 176 people in isolation.

Since March 2020, 4,720 confirmed cases of the virus (2,303 females and 2,417 males) have been recorded.  Forty-eight lives have been lost to the viral illness.

The public health laboratory has conducted 252,611 tests, since February last year.

As part of the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 104,678 persons have received first doses of the vaccines.  Additionally, 92,025 second doses have also been administered.  Those individuals who are fully vaccinated represent 34 per cent of the population.

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COVID-19 Update: 26 New Cases, 166 In Isolation

 AUG 24, 2021 

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The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 26 new COVID-19 cases, 14 males and 12 females.  The facility conducted 1,300 tests on Monday, August 23.

There are 166 people in isolation.

Confirmed cases of the virus have reached 4,694 (2,291 females and 2,403 males) since the start of the pandemic in March last year.  The death toll from the viral illness is 48.

Since February 2020, the laboratory has carried out 251,310 tests. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 103,822 first doses of the vaccine have been administered.  The number of people who have received second doses and are fully vaccinated is 91,186.  This figure represents 33.6 per cent of the population.

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COVID-19 Update: 16 New Cases, 161 In Isolation

 For period Sunday AUG 22, 2021

Eight males and eight females are the latest persons to be diagnosed with COVID-19. The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,145 tests on Sunday, August 22.

There are currently 161 people in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 4,668 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,279 females and 2,389 males). The virus has claimed 48 lives.

The public health laboratory has, to date, carried out 250,010 tests.            

The National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 has seen 103,200 people receive first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, while 90,675 persons (33.5 per cent of the population) have been given second doses and are fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update: 12 New Cases, 153 In Isolation

 AUG 22, 2021 

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Five males and seven females have been diagnosed with COVID-19.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory carried out 1,672 tests on Saturday, August 21.

The number of people in isolation is 153.

There have been 4,652 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,271 females and 2,381 males) since March, last year.  Forty-eight persons have succumbed to the virus.

The public health laboratory has conducted 248,865 tests since February 2020. Under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 102,649 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered.  Additionally, 90,027 persons (37,363 men and 52,664 women), or 33.2 per cent of the population, have received second doses and are fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19: 19 New Cases, 136 In Isolation

 AUG 20, 2021

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The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has reported 19 new cases of COVID-19, comprising seven males and 12 females.  The number of tests conducted on Thursday, August 19, was 1,559.

There are currently 136 persons in insolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 4,628 confirmed cases of the viral illness (2,257 females and 2,371 males), and 48 deaths.  The public health laboratory has carried out 245,843 tests.            

To date, a total of 101,732 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  While, 88,986 persons (32.8 per cent of the population) have received their second dose and are fully vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Update: 15 New Cases, 137 In Isolation

 AUG 19, 2021 

Seven males and eight females are the most recent persons to be diagnosed with COVID-19.  The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory conducted 1,364 tests on Wednesday, August 18.

There are 137 people in isolation.

Barbados has recorded 4,609 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (2,245 females and 2,364 males) since March last year.  The death toll from the virus is 48.

The public health laboratory has carried out a total of 244,284 tests.            

As part of the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19, 101,370 first doses of the vaccine have been administered, and 87,710 persons (32.4 per cent of the population) have received second doses and are fully vaccinated.

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BARBADOS: COVID-19 Update: 13 New Cases, 127 In Isolation

 AUG 18, 2021 

Thirteen new cases of COVID-19, six females and seven males, were reported by the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory.  The facility carried out 1,381 tests on Tuesday, August 17.

The number of people in isolation is 127.

Confirmed COVID-19 cases recorded since March 2020, have reached 4,594 (2,237 females and 2,357 males).  The virus has claimed 48 lives.

A total of 242,920 tests have been conducted by the laboratory.            

Public health officials have administered 101,228 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, while 87,096 persons have received second doses.  Those who are fully vaccinated represent 32.1 per cent of the population.

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COVID-19 Update: 21 New Cases, 120 In Isolation

AUG 17, 2021 

The Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory has identified 21 new COVID-19 cases, 10 males and 11 females.  There were 1,233 tests conducted on Monday, August 16.

There are currently 120 persons in isolation.

Since the start of the pandemic, Barbados has recorded 4,581 confirmed cases of the viral illness (2,231 females and 2,350 males), and 48 deaths.

The public health laboratory has conducted 241,539 tests.            

To date, 101,149 first doses have been administered under the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19.  Meanwhile, 86,141 people (31.8 per cent of the population) have received their second dose, and are fully vaccinated.