The Ministry of Health revealed in its daily COVID-19 update this afternoon (Saturday 21st May 2022) that there are 517 new COVID-19 cases in Trinidad and Tobago and zero (0) additional deaths. T&T’s total active positive cases is currently at 9,187.
This is the fifth consecutive day in which cases have crossed 400. The number of new cases represents a 22.22% increase in reported cases from yesterday. The number of new deaths matches the lowest for the month (0 also on 6th May 2022). There have been 10,013 new cases and sixty-one (61) deaths so far in the month of May. The Ministry reported 423 new cases yesterday plus four (4) more unfortunate deaths. The country’s death toll remains at 3,890. As of 18th May 2022, 276 deaths were fully vaccinated persons while 3,217 deaths were not fully vaccinated. 390 deaths were recorded prior to 24th May 2021 (date at which the first group of vaccinated persons became fully vaccinated). A total of 712,228 persons have been fully vaccinated, representing 50.9% of the population. Meanwhile, 687,772 persons are not fully vaccinated (only received a first dose or no doses), representing 49.1% of the population. 154,205 persons in total have taken a booster shot. Based on data from 22nd July 2021 - 18th May 2022, 3,453 patients in the parallel healthcare system (Hospitals and step-down facilities) are fully vaccinated, representing 18.7%, while 15,046 are not fully vaccinated, representing 81.3%. The Ministry states that the number of positive cases reported reflects the samples taken during a 4-day period between 17th - 20th May 2022 and not the last twenty-four (24) hours. The Ministry also notes that there are currently 199 COVID-19 positive patients in total being treated at Hospitals and step-down facilities (down 1.97% from yesterday). Five (5) are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and five (5) are in the High Dependency Unit (HDU). This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates. We are a small operation. If you've found our articles to be informative, please consider supporting us via PayPal or buying us a coffee. Your contribution is incredibly appreciated and goes a long way. Simply sharing our articles also helps us. Sign up for our free WhatsApp Alerts to be notified as soon as we post breaking news. NEW! Check out our Merchandise Store for high-quality t-shirts, hats and more!
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