The Ministry of Health revealed in its daily COVID-19 update this afternoon (Wednesday 31st August 2022) that there are 182 new COVID-19 cases in Trinidad and Tobago plus five (5) unfortunate deaths. T&T’s total active positive cases is currently at 5,694.
The number of new cases represents a 47.97% increase in reported cases from yesterday. The number of new deaths matches the second highest for the month. Active cases have been decreasing for four (4) consecutive days. The Ministry provided the following information about the latest deaths:
There have been 7,636 new cases and ninety-one (91) deaths in the month of August. Compared to July, cases have increased by 73.03% and deaths by 116.67%. The Ministry reported 123 new cases yesterday plus five (5) additional deaths. The country’s death toll has increased to 4,144. As of 24th August 2022, 308 deaths were fully vaccinated persons while 3,415 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 716,407 persons have been fully vaccinated, representing 51.2% of the population. Meanwhile, 683,593 persons are not fully vaccinated (only received a first dose or no doses), representing 48.8% of the population. 168,246 persons in total have taken a booster shot. Based on data from 22nd July 2021 - 24th August 2022, 4,145 patients in the parallel healthcare system (Hospitals and step-down facilities) are fully vaccinated, representing 20.3%, while 16,244 are not fully vaccinated, representing 79.7%. The Ministry states that the number of positive cases reported reflects the samples taken during a 2-day period between 29th - 30th August 2022 and not the last twenty-four (24) hours. The Ministry also notes that there are currently 217 COVID-19 positive patients in total being treated at Hospitals and step-down facilities (down 8.44% from yesterday). Nine (9) are in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and five (5) are in the High Dependency Unit (HDU). 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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